Compassionate Medication Technician — Senior Living

Cedarhurst Senior Living; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Cedarhurst Senior Living in Louisville is seeking a Certified Medication Technician (CMT) to administer medications and provide direct resident care per individualized care plans. This role supports activities of daily living, promotes safety and wellbeing, and ensures accurate documentation of care and medication delivery, reporting changes to supervisors and physicians as needed.

You will observe residents, document observations, and collaborate with nursing teams to maintain a high standard

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current and active state-approved medication aide/technician certification is required.
• Insulin certification is preferred.
• CPR or BLS certification is preferred.
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct resident care services including medicine distribution to residents while following an individualized plan of care for all residents.
• Observe residents and communicate condition changes to physicians, health care proxies, and supervisors and provide timely interventions as instructed.
• Document all pertinent observations, red flags, incidents, interventions, and daily medication administration.
• Ensure timely communication to the next shift and oversee documentation by Resident Assistants to maintain quality care.
• Record vital signs, weights, and glucose measurements as assigned.
• Administer medications following the five rights (medication, route, resident, time, dose).
• Provide glucose monitoring and insulin administration (insulin-certified personnel).
• Assist residents with activities of daily living including bathing, oral care, toileting, and dressing.
• Support nutrition and hydration needs and document appropriately in nursing records.
• Participate in restorative nursing techniques and ADL training.
• Assist with transfers and ambulation; respond to urgent calls promptly.
• Encourage participation in activities and help residents attend programs.

Skills

CPR / BLS Certification

Insulin Certification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

State-approved Medication Aide/Technician Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Cedarhurst Senior Living in Louisville is seeking a Certified Medication Technician (CMT) to administer medications and provide direct resident care per individualized care plans. This role supports activities of daily living, promotes safety and wellbeing, and ensures accurate documentation of care and medication delivery, reporting changes to supervisors and physicians as needed.

You will observe residents, document observations, and collaborate with nursing teams to maintain a high standard