Medication Technician / Caregiver

Columbia Cottage Assisted Living; Palmyra (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Dental and Vision

Medical insurance and Company-paid lif

Job summary

Columbia Cottage Assisted Living in Palmyra, PA is hiring a Medication Technician / Caregiver to ensure safe medication administration and compassionate daily living support for seniors. This part-time role offers a starting pay of $19/hour with shift differentials and benefits.

You will join a supportive team, work night shifts, and provide hands-on care, medication monitoring, and resident education. Strong lottery of benefits and a clear path for growth are highlighted.

Qualifications

• Must have High school diploma or equivalent.
• Medication Technician certification required.
• Diabetes training and CPR/First Aid certifications preferred.
• Experience in assisted living 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 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.

Skills

Compassionate care

Medication administration

Patient monitoring

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medication Technician certification

CPR/First Aid certification

Diabetes training

Job description

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

Columbia Cottage - Palmyra, PA

Starting Pay: $19.00/hour + Shift Differentials

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

• 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.