Certified Medication Technician

Aspire Senior Living; Platte City (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Senior Living Platte City is seeking a dependable and compassionate Certified Medication Technician (CMT) to join our nursing team. You will administer medications to residents under supervision, while ensuring accuracy, safety, and adherence to physician orders and facility policies.

The role emphasizes compassionate resident care, effective communication with nursing staff, and supporting a respectful, dignified living environment for older adults in a Medicare/Medicaid setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Missouri Certified Medication Technician (CMT) certification.
• Completion of an approved CMT training program per state requirements.
• Prior experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, senior living, or healthcare preferred.
• Knowledge of medication administration practices and safety.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Compassionate and respectful approach to caring for older adults.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications safely, accurately, and in a timely manner.
• Provide compassionate resident care and clear communication with the team.
• Document and manage medications and ensure proper medication storage and inventory.
• Maintain medication storage, security, and regulatory compliance.
• Support safety, infection prevention, and quality in daily operations.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Time-management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Missouri CMT certification

CMT training program completion

Job description

Full-Time Day

Full-Time Evening

Our Company

At Aspire Senior Living, our mission is to transform lives through Accountability, Service, Purpose, Integrity, Responsibility, and Excellence. With an unwavering commitment to our residents and an employee-focused approach, we create a brighter future for our communities and empower our team to deliver exceptional care and support.

Position Overview

Aspire Senior Living Platte City is seeking a dependable and compassionate Certified Medication Technician (CMT) to join our nursing team.

The CMT is responsible for the safe, accurate, and timely administration of medications to residents under the supervision of licensed nursing staff and in accordance with physician orders, facility policies, and applicable regulations.

This role is about more than passing medications. Our CMTs are an important part of the resident care team, providing compassionate support, recognizing changes or concerns, communicating with nursing staff, and helping our residents feel comfortable, respected, and cared for.

What You'll Do

• Medication Administration
• Resident Care & Communication
• Documentation & Medication Management
• Medication Storage & Inventory
• Safety, Infection Prevention & Quality

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Certified Medication Technician (CMT) certification in the state of Missouri.
• Completion of an approved CMT training program as required by the state.
• Previous experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, senior living, or another healthcare setting preferred.
• Knowledge of medication administration practices and medication safety.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Compassionate and respectful approach to caring for older adults.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to recognize and promptly report changes in resident condition.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a nursing team.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Commitment to resident safety, dignity, confidentiality, and quality care.

Accountability, Service, Purpose, Integrity, Responsibility, and Excellence