Certified Medication Technician: Senior Care

Cedarhurst Senior Living; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

401(k) plan with company match

GROW Points rewards program

Skechers shoe discounts

Early paycheck access

Job summary

Cedarhurst Senior Living is seeking a Certified Medication Technician (CMT) to administer medications and provide direct resident care in accordance with individualized care plans. The role supports activities of daily living, promotes safety, and ensures accurate documentation and communication with physicians and families.

Under supervision, the CMT will monitor residents, document changes, and assist with insulin administration for insulin-certified technicians.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current and active state-approved medication aide/technician certification required.
• Insulin certification preferred.
• CPR or BLS certification preferred.
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct resident care services including medicine distribution following an individualized plan of care.
• Observe residents and report condition changes to physicians and supervisors with timely interventions.
• Document all observations, incidents, interventions, and daily medication care.
• Pass required information to the next shift and ensure timely documentation by Resident Assistants.
• Check and record vital signs, weights, and blood sugars as assigned.
• Administer and document medications following the five rights (right medication, right route, right resident, right time, right dose).

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Cedarhurst Senior Living is seeking a Certified Medication Technician (CMT) to administer medications and provide direct resident care in accordance with individualized care plans. The role supports activities of daily living, promotes safety, and ensures accurate documentation and communication with physicians and families.

Under supervision, the CMT will monitor residents, document changes, and assist with insulin administration for insulin-certified technicians.