Medication Technician / Caregiver

Columbia Cottage Assisted Living; Palmyra (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$19 hourly starting rate

401(k) with employer match

Medical insurance

Paid vacation

Dental and Vision

Job summary

Columbia Cottage Assisted Living in Palmyra, PA is seeking experienced Medication Technicians/Caregivers. The starting pay is $19/hour plus benefits. Join a team that truly cares about improving the quality of life for seniors in a supportive environment.

We offer flexible scheduling, holiday double-time pay, and comprehensive health benefits. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, certification, and a passion for senior care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Medication Technician certification is mandatory.
• Experience in assisted living, senior care, or healthcare preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and administer medications according to physician orders.
• Assist residents with taking medications safely and effectively.
• Monitor residents for medication effectiveness and side effects.
• Document all medication administration accurately.
• Obtain vital signs and other ordered measurements.
• Provide emotional support to residents.
• Assist with daily living activities.

Skills

Compassionate care

Medication administration

Monitoring medications

Resident support

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medication Technician certification

CPR/First Aid certification

Tools

Vital sign equipment

Job description

Medication Technician / Caregiver - Starting at $19/hr + Benefits

Columbia Cottage – Palmyra, PA

Starting Pay: $19.00/hour + Shift Differentials

Full-Time & Part-Time | Flexible Scheduling

Join a Team That Truly Cares

Columbia Cottage is looking for experienced Medication Technicians / Caregivers who are passionate about improving the quality of life for seniors. If you're compassionate, dependable, and thrive in a supportive, uplifting environment, we'd love to meet you!

What We Offer

• $19.00/hour starting rate
• Holiday double-time pay
• 401(k) with employer match
• Dental and Vision
• Medical insurance and Company-paid life insurance (FT Eligible)
• Voluntary benefits (disability, accident, critical illness) (FT eligible)
• Paid vacation

Available Shifts

• Day 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Every Other Weekend Only)
• Evening 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM
• Night 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM

All positions include every other weekend and holiday requirement unless otherwise noted

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and administer medications according to physician orders
• Assist residents with taking medications safely and effectively
• Monitor residents for medication effectiveness and side effects
• Document all medication administration in MAR accurately
• Obtain vital signs, blood glucose, and other ordered measurements
• Provide encouragement, education, and emotional support to residents
• Deliver hands-on care and assist with daily living activities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Medication Technician certification (required)
• Diabetes training
• CPR/First Aid certification
• Experience in assisted living, senior care, or healthcare

About Columbia Cottage

Columbia Cottage is a premier assisted living community offering multiple levels of care in a warm, home-like setting. Our team is dedicated to delivering personalized, high-quality care while building meaningful relationships with residents. We believe our employees are the heart of our success and offer strong pay, excellent benefits, and growth opportunities.