Medication Aide & Tech — Safe, Precise Resident Care

Sunrise Senior Living; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life/Disability Insurance

Retirement Plans

PTO & Holidays

MyFlexPay

Tuition Reimbursement

Bonuses ( discretionary )

Job summary

Sunrise Senior Living in Denver, CO is seeking a Medication Aide/Med Tech to administer medications and treatments per physician orders, observe residents, and maintain accurate MAR/TAR documentation with attention to safety and regulatory compliance. You’ll join a team that values precision, compassionate resident care, and strong communication.

Requirements include a high school diploma, medication administration certification, CPR/First Aid, and preferred senior care experience; benefits

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED; age 18
• Medication Administration certification
• CPR and First Aid certification
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Senior care experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders
• Follow the Six Rights of Medication Administration
• Document in MAR/TAR accurately and in real time
• Observe residents during and after medication passes
• Monitor symptoms and administer medications as ordered for symptom relief
• Report refusals or concerns promptly
• Complete narcotic counts per policy
• Maintain clean, organized medication carts and rooms
• Follow infection control and safety standards

Skills

Medication administration

Documentation

Communication

Senior care experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Sunrise Senior Living in Denver, CO is seeking a Medication Aide/Med Tech to administer medications and treatments per physician orders, observe residents, and maintain accurate MAR/TAR documentation with attention to safety and regulatory compliance. You’ll join a team that values precision, compassionate resident care, and strong communication.

Requirements include a high school diploma, medication administration certification, CPR/First Aid, and preferred senior care experience; benefits