Medication Technician-1st&2nd shift

Brookdale Senior Living; Carmel-by-the-Sea (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Employee discounts

Referral program

Early wage access (CA exceptions)

Job summary

Brookdale Senior Living is seeking Med Techs/QMAPs in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA, with opportunities to advance to Resident Care Coordinators and Nurses. The role involves administering medications, monitoring responses, and collaborating with pharmacies, within a supportive, benefits-rich environment.

Eligible candidates will have CMA/Tech certification and state requirements completed. Brookdale emphasizes professional development, health and wellness programs, and competitive benefits with options

Qualifications

• Must hold an active CMA/technician certification.
• Ability to administer and assist with medications.
• Strong observation and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer or assist with self-administration of medications.
• Observe and report responses to medications to supervisor.
• Keep medication supply room organized and audit medication carts.
• Coordinate with pharmacies for medication delivery.
• Complete required training and certification as state regulations require.

Skills

Medication administration

Observation & reporting

Pharmacy coordination

Communication

Education

Certified Medication Aide (CMA) / Technician

State certification required

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.