Medication Technician

Country Meadows Retirement Communities; Wyomissing (Berks County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (Highmark BlueShield

Vision and dental

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Wellness reimbursement

Meals on campus

Job summary

Country Meadows Retirement Communities is seeking a Medication Technician for the Wyomissing campus to assist residents with medications in a home-like setting and build meaningful relationships. This role emphasizes patient comfort, safety, and independence during daily activities.

The position requires candidates with direct-care experience and a high school diploma or GED; CPR/first aid is preferred. Competitive benefits and career growth opportunities are available, with an evening shift and

Qualifications

• Prior direct-care experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• CPR and first aid certification preferred.
• Ability to perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Engage with residents and administer medications.
• Provide social and emotional support to residents.
• Manage the medication cart and inventory.
• Assist with daily routines (bathing, dressing, toileting).

Skills

English proficiency

Highly organized

Empathy/Compassion

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Do you have direct-care experience and are ready to advance your career? Country Meadows offers a unique training opportunity to become a Medication Technician. In this role, you will manage medications with our residents in a home-like setting, while forming relationships with them and contributing to their overall health.

Current Opportunities

3pm-11pm FT (schedule includes every other weekend and every other holiday)

*Must have prior Med Tech/Assoc Experience*

Pay starts at $18.50/hour, with the opportunity to earn more based on experience

Our investment in you

• Competitive pay with the opportunity to earn more based on experience
• Length of service bonus awards
• PayActiv On-Demand Pay - Work today, get paid tomorrow
• Comprehensive benefits including Highmark Blue Shield for medical
• Excellent vision and dental
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off and roll over of unused time
• Paid holidays including your birthday and a Personal Day of Meaning
• Supplemental life insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Supplemental short- and long-term disability plans
• Family and medical leave
• Paid bereavement and jury duty leave
• Wellness reimbursement incentives
• $2 meals on our campuses including a main dish, a side, drink and dessert

Our support for you

• Family-owned, private company based in Hershey, Pa.
• Direct access to your supervisory team
• Incentivized career paths and tuition reimbursement
• On-the-job training and continuing education
• Employee assistance program for you and your family
• Co-worker Foundation (grants for in time of need)
• Helping Hand interest-free loans

Medication Technician Responsibilities

• Engage with residents, getting to know them personally while administering medications and treatments, observing their day-to-day behavior and outlook and ensuring their comfort and overall positive well-being.
• Provide social and emotional support, while encouraging residents' independence.
• Manage the medication cart for complete, up-to-date supplies and quality control.
• Help our residents live their lives to the fullest by assisting them with their routines (Bathing, Dressing, Toileting) throughout their day.

Medication Technician Requirements

• Prior direct-care experience preferred.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Current CPR and first aid preferred.
• Respect for patient rights and confidentiality.
• Up-to-date medication certification requirements preferred.
• Highly organized skills.
• Ability to perform the physical tasks required in this type of role.
• Have the ability to understand and speak English at a level which allows the safe, efficient performance of the job.

About Country Meadows

We have over 2500 co-workers who are serving our residents with meaning, thriving with purpose and leading our company with innovation! We have been serving seniors for over 30 years, and we invite you to join our vision for making lives better.

This position is located at our Wyomissing campus, in the Reading area.

EOE