Compassionate Certified Medication Tech

Lutheran Senior Services; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Retirement savings benefits with an **

Education Financial Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness

Commuter support

Job summary

Lutheran Senior Services in Missouri is seeking a Certified Medication Technician (CMT) to provide medication administration and routine daily care under nursing supervision. You will document in the electronic health record, monitor residents for side effects, and support independence with a person-centered approach.

Ideal candidates hold a current CMT certification, a high school diploma or GED, CPR/First Aid, and prior direct-care experience.

Qualifications

• Current CMT certification in the state of practice.
• High-school diploma or GED.
• CPR certification and first aid training.
• Prior direct care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and administers medication to residents under nursing supervision and documents accordingly.
• Observes residents for side effects and interactions of medications.
• Provides daily resident care and assists with personal needs.
• Observes and reports changes in resident condition to the nursing staff.
• Participates in resident care/service plans to improve quality of life.
• Assists residents with meals and feeding as needed.
• Builds meaningful relationships with residents and families.
• Supports resident involvement in daily activities and decision making.
• Assists with therapies and treatments under licensed personnel supervision.
• Maintains privacy and HIPAA compliance, and follows safety protocols.

Skills

CMT certification

Basic computer skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

High-school diploma or GED

Job description

Lutheran Senior Services in Missouri is seeking a Certified Medication Technician (CMT) to provide medication administration and routine daily care under nursing supervision. You will document in the electronic health record, monitor residents for side effects, and support independence with a person-centered approach.

Ideal candidates hold a current CMT certification, a high school diploma or GED, CPR/First Aid, and prior direct-care experience.