Certified Medication Technician - CMT - Days

Wellpath; Kentucky; On-site; USD 31,161 - 34,619; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Kentucky is seeking a Certified Medication Technician (CMT) to administer medications and assist patients. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with medication protocols while monitoring patient vitals and assisting with daily living activities. Applicants must have a high school diploma and be certified as a Medication Technician along with a current CPR certification. This role offers a chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of underserved individuals through compassionate care.

Qualifications

• 1-year related experience in a medical environment preferred.
• Must be certified as a Medication Technician in the state of service.
• Current CPR Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and assist with activities of daily living under RN supervision.
• Monitor and document patient vitals, symptoms, and behavior; report abnormalities.
• Participate in audits, training sessions, and staff onboarding processes.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital sign monitoring

Patient care assistance

HIPAA compliance

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Viewing: Certified Medication Technician - CMT - Days

Compensation Information: $22.62 - $25.13 / hour

Department (Org): Med Pass

Why Us

Now is your moment to make a difference in the lives of the underserved. If there is one unifying characteristic of everyone on our team, it is the deep desire to make a difference by helping society's most vulnerable and often overlooked individuals. Every day we have the distinct honor and responsibility to show up with non-judgmental compassion to provide hope and healing to those who need it most. For those whose calling it is to serve others, now is your moment to join our mission to provide quality care to every patient with compassion, collaboration, and innovation, to live our mantra to “Always Do The Right Thing!”, and to collectively do our part to heal the world, one patient at a time.

Wellpath sees hundreds of thousands of unique individuals in their facilities month over month and a very large percent of those individuals receive direct clinical care, which includes lives saved by Narcan.

We offer ongoing training and development opportunities for licensed and unlicensed healthcare team members, and have best in class clinical resources for training, education, and point of care support.

How you make a difference

The Certified Medication Technician is responsible for administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with activities of daily living under the supervision of a registered nurse. This role ensures compliance with medication protocols and participates in audits and performance improvement activities. The technician documents medication administration and patient observations accurately while maintaining HIPAA confidentiality standards. They assist in training new staff, attend team meetings, and support overall clinical operations. Additional duties include equipment handling, supply management, and floating to various patient care areas as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer medications and assist with activities of daily living under RN supervision
• Monitor and document patient vitals, symptoms, and behavior; report abnormalities
• Participate in audits, training sessions, and staff onboarding processes
• Maintain medication supplies, medical equipment, and ensure regulatory compliance
• Float between units, assist team members, and uphold HIPAA confidentiality standards

Qualifications & Requirements

EDUCATION

• High School graduate or equivalent

EXPERIENCE

• 1-year related experience in a medical environment preferred

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• Must be certified as a Medication Technician in the state within which services are provided
• Current CPR Certification
• Must maintain their SRNA certification

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