Medication Technician (Full Time, $1,500 Sign-on Bonus)

Horizon House (CCRC); Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Paid Time Off

403(b) Retirement & Company Match

Free Gym and Pool access

Staff Scholarship Program

Discounted Costco Membership

Discounted Meals

Orca Card Discount or Parking

Flexible Continuing Education

CPR/First Aid renewal at no cost

Job summary

Horizon House is seeking a Medication Technician to join our Assisted Living team. This full-time role administers and documents medications under RN supervision, maintaining safety and accuracy in all medication processes.

The incumbent will support residents’ health and well-being with teamwork, compassion, and professionalism, following standards and regulations. A sign-on bonus is offered.

Qualifications

• Active WA State NAC with OBRA registry.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Nurse Delegation Core Training; Diabetes Management Focus.
• Proficient reading/writing in English.
• Proficient with computers; EMR experience.
• CPR and First Aid current; certification within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Accurately administer and document medications per physician orders and procedures.
• Document medication administration and any side effects.
• Protect residents' rights and confidentiality.
• Transcribe orders into MAR within scope of practice.
• Maintain secure storage for all medications; manage controlled substances.
• Report changes in resident condition to nursing staff promptly.
• Communicate with prescribers, pharmacists, families, and care team.
• Order new/renew medications as needed; manage renewals.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

multitasking

Computer proficiency

English reading/writing

Education

WA NAC certification with OBRA

High School Diploma or GED

Nurse Delegation Core Training

Nurse Delegation Diabetes Management Focus

CPR/First Aid certification

Tools

EMR software experience

Job description

Medication Technician (Full Time, $1,500 Sign-on Bonus)

Pay Range: $24.65 - $27.82 per hour (based on union scale)

Sign-on Bonus: $1,500 (Paid in $500 installments quarterly, first pay out after 90 days.)

Shift Differentials (to be added to base rate of pay):

• Evening Shift: +$1.00 per hour

Available Schedules:

• Day Shift: 6:30am to 3:00pm
• Evening Shift: 2:45pm - 11:15pm

All shifts follow a 3-week rotating schedule, workdays and days off vary by week.

We’re looking for a compassionate and detail-oriented Medication Technician (Med Tech) to join our Assisted Living team. In this vital role, you’ll assist residents with medications and ensure accuracy and safety in all medication systems under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) Delegator. As a Med Tech, you’ll work closely with nurses, CNAs, and other team members to support our residents’ health and well-being—delivering exceptional care with professionalism, empathy, and teamwork.

What You’ll Do

• Accurately manage and administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders, policies, and regulations.
• Document medication administration, effectiveness, and any side effects per established procedures.
• Protect residents’ rights and ensure confidentiality during all aspects of medication delivery.
• Transcribe new or changed orders into the electronic health record MAR within scope of practice.
• Maintain secure storage and accountability for all medications, including controlled substances.
• Ensure appropriate and timely reporting of any change in condition to nursing staff.
• Communicate effectively with other licensed staff, physicians, other disciplines, families and administrative staff regarding resident status, medication refusals and/or changes in resident condition.
• Order all new and renewal medications, including those needed for treatment(s).
• Upon discharge or expiration of resident, ensure all scheduled and controlled substances, open liquids, and injectables are collected and disposed of as prescribed by law.
• Maintain a clean work environment, especially as it relates to medication rooms and carts.
• Follow all safety, infection control, and emergency procedures, including proper PPE use and participation in drills.
• Assist with information gathering and documentation for incidents.
• Follow all infection control policies and procedures.
• Perform CNA job duties as assigned by supervisor or designee.

*We provide CPR renewal, Food Handler's Permit renewal, and continuing education at NO COST to you!*

The Ideal Candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Active WA State Nursing Assistant Certified (NAC) with minimum six months work experience. Active status on OBRA Registry.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Successful completion of Nurse Delegation Core Training
• Successful completion of Nurse Delegation with a Focus on Diabetes Management
• Must be able to effectively read, write, and communicate in English
• Proficient with using computers and software.
• EMR experience required.
• Current CPR and First Aid (Certification due within 30 days from date of hire)
• Food Handler’s permit (Due within 14 days from date of hire)
• Completion of DSHS Dementia and Mental Health training as required by WA State regulations. (Required to complete these two training sessions within 90 days from your date of hire If you have not completed this requirement previously or cannot locate a copy of your training certifications)
• Must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to multi-task.
• Remarkable communication skills include timely and appropriate contact with prescribers, pharmacists, families, residents, and other members of the care team.

Benefits and Perks:

• Highly Competitive Benefits Package with Low Deductibles: Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Discounted Costco Membership
• Discounted Meals
• 403(b) Retirement & Company Match
• Company Paid Training & Professional Development Opportunities
• ORCA Card Discount or Discounted Parking
• Staff Scholarship Program - up to $24,000 per year including dependents
• Free Gym and Pool access for employees
• Student Loan Assistance Program - up to $1,200 per year

Horizon House is more than a place to work. It is an opportunity to build a career in a dynamic community dedicated to wellbeing, life fulfillment, and purposeful living in a diverse community. We are looking for future team members who understand that new ideas are welcomed and meant to build and improve on old traditions. We care, we listen, and we value our employees and demonstrate this in everything we do. At Horizon House we foster meaningful work on a diverse team by using the power of an employee driven workplace to enhance wellbeing. Join our team and help make a difference in someone’s life every day.

Physical Requirements:

The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Confidentiality Requirements:

Employee accesses, uses and/or discloses Protected Health Information, as defined by HIPAA, only to the extent minimally necessary to accomplish essential job functions. Employee practices appropriate safeguards to prevent unauthorized access, use and/or disclosure of PHR (paper, electronic and oral) within his/her work area.

Equal Opportunity:

Horizon House is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to attract and retain the most qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Learn more about what it means to be an Equal Opportunity Employer . Additional information can be found here .

All staff must demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States. Horizon House is an E-Verify employer. All applicants offered a role must pass a DSHS background check, and drug screening.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodations while seeking employment, please email [e-mail] or call [phone] with the nature of your request.