Med Tech (7am -7pm)

Laurelwood Assisted Living; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Laurelwood Assisted Living is seeking a Medication Technician to administer medications safely under Ohio regulations and physician orders, reporting to licensed nursing staff.

Responsibilities include documenting MARs, monitoring residents, maintaining medication storage, and communicating with the care team to support health, safety, and quality of life. CPR/First Aid certification preferred, and willingness to obtain required.

Qualifications

• Current Ohio CMA certification
• High school diploma or GED
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

Responsibilities

• Administer Oral medication including Schedule 3, 4, 5 narcotics.
• Accurately document medication administration in MARs or electronic systems
• Observe residents for side effects, adverse reactions, or changes in condition and report concerns promptly to licensed nursing staff
• Maintain proper storage, labeling, and security of medications
• Assist with medication inventory, refills, and audits as assigned
• Provide respectful, compassionate care while promoting resident dignity and independence
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members
• Communicate with resident’s Area Agency on Aging case managers and Waiver Service Coordinators.
• Correspond with Pharmacy and Providers on resident matters.
• Communicates concerns with Director of Nursing/Acting Director of Nursing in a timely manner. Attending all nursing mandatory monthly meetings.
• Follow infection control, safety, HIPAA, and facility policies
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) as needed, consistent with training and facility guidelines
• Monitor and chart Glucose levels (Ground, 1st and 2nd floor residents) subjective to change.

Skills

Medication administration

Documentation

Observation and reporting

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Laurelwood Assisted Living -

Job Summary

The Medication Technician / Medication Aide / Certified Medication Aide (CMA) is responsible for the safe and accurate administration of medications to residents in an assisted living environment in accordance with Ohio state regulations, physician orders, and facility policies. This role supports resident health, safety, and quality of life while working under the direction of licensed nursing staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Administer Oral medication including Schedule 3, 4, 5 narcotics.
• Accurately document medication administration in Medication Administration Records (MARs) or electronic systems
• Observe residents for side effects, adverse reactions, or changes in condition and report concerns promptly to licensed nursing staff
• Maintain proper storage, labeling, and security of medications
• Assist with medication inventory, refills, and audits as assigned
• Provide respectful, compassionate care while promoting resident dignity and independence
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members
• Communicate with resident’s Area Agency on Aging case managers and Waiver Service Coordinators.
• Correspond with Pharmacy and Providers on resident matters.
• Communicates concerns with Director of Nursing/Acting Director of Nursing in a timely manner. Attending all nursing mandatory monthly meetings.
• Follow infection control, safety, HIPAA, and facility policies
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) as needed, consistent with training and facility guidelines
• Monitor and chart Glucose levels (Ground, 1st and 2nd floor residents) subjective to change.

Qualifications

• Current Ohio Certified Medication Aide (CMA) certification
• High school diploma or GED
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Ability to read, write, and follow medication orders accurately
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team