Medication Technician

Brookdale Senior Living; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Disability (short and long term)

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Referral program

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Assistance program

Early access to earned wages (hourly)

Job summary

Brookdale Senior Living is seeking Medication Aides/Technicians to support resident care in our Salem, MA communities. You will administer or assist with medications as directed, observe responses, and coordinate with nurses and pharmacists to ensure safe, accurate treatment.

State certification or state-approved training is required; completion of required training is needed. Brookdale offers competitive benefits, flexibility, and opportunities for advancement across our nationwide senior

Qualifications

• State certification as Medication Aide/Tech or equivalent training
• Ability to follow health care provider instructions and safety protocols

Responsibilities

• Administer or assist with medications as prescribed by the health care provider
• Observe and report patient responses to supervisor
• Coordinate with pharmacies for medication delivery and cart audits
• Maintain organized medication supply room in accordance with state regulations

Job description

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity

Grow your career with Brookdale! Our Med Tech's / QMAP's have the option to explore exciting opportunities for advancement in positions such as Resident Care Coordinators and Nurses.

Make Lives Better Including Your Own.

If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You'll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.

Part and Full Time Benefits Eligibility

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Associate assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Referral program
• Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
• Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance

Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility

• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Company provided life insurance
• Adoption benefit
• Disability (short and long term)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Optional life and dependent life insurance
• Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Base pay in range will be determined by applicant's skills and experience. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company's 401(k) program.

Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.

• Based on state regulations and completion of required training/certification, Medication Aides/Techs will administer or assist with self-administration of medication and treatments as prescribed by the health care provider and observe/report responses to your supervisor.
• Certified Medication Aides/Techs make sure the medication supply room is organized and clean, assist with medication cart audits, and provide accurate counts of all medications. You will also communicate with pharmacies to coordinate medication delivery.
• Based on state regulation, completion of training/certification is required.

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.