Medication Technician MC

Cogir Senior Living; Tigard (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Pay on demand

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401K with match

Free meals

Employee Assistance Program

Referral program

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living in Tigard, Oregon seeks a compassionate Medication Technician (Med Tech/CMA) to assist residents with prescribed medications and activities of daily living, following individualized care and treatment plans within a supportive care team.

You will collaborate with nursing staff, families, and other professionals to ensure safety, dignity, and well‑being, with weekend rotation, ongoing training, and a benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and

Qualifications

• 12 months of experience administering medications in a professional caregiving setting.
• Memory care experience and/or formal training preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and teamwork mindset.
• Positive attitude with empathy and patience.
• Willingness to participate in weekend rotation.

Responsibilities

• Administer prescribed medications following individual care plans.
• Follow documentation protocols and report changes in resident status.
• Manage medication inventory and coordinate re-orders with pharmacies.
• Provide compassionate care and support with activities of daily living.
• Promote independence and engage residents with life enrichment activities.
• Communicate openly with healthcare professionals, families, residents, and staff.

Skills

Medication administration experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Weekend rotation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

THE COMPANY

Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, proudly oversees a network of senior living communities spanning 11 states nationwide. As a trusted leader in senior housing, we are dedicated to growth while maintaining our commitment to exceptional care for our residents and a supportive, growth-focused environment for our team members.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive wages, training, and growth opportunities.
• Early access to paycheck (pay on demand).
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.
• 401K with company match.
• Free meals at work.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Generous Employee Referral Program and more.

POSITION SUMMARY

Our Medication Technicians (Med Tech/CMA) provide compassionate, direct care to our residents, assisting them with medication administration and activities of daily living, in accordance with their personalized medication and treatment plans. You will be part of a team that fosters a supportive and nurturing environment for our residents, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist residents with the daily administration of prescribed medication, including self-administration, as outlined in their individual care plan.
• Follow documentation protocols and report any changes in resident status.
• Assist in managing medication inventory and proper storage conditions, and coordinate medication re-orders and deliveries with pharmacies as necessary.
• Provide compassionate care and support with activities of daily living to the residents in a team setting as needed.
• Prioritize independence and provide emotional support to the residents by providing continuous engagement and companionship.
• Encourage and assist with participation in life enrichment activity programs.
• Promote open communication between healthcare professionals, families, residents, and staff.

Requirements

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Certifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid state medication administration license (such as CNA/CMA/CMT/QMAP/Certified Caregiver) or meet the state requirements for medication administration in assisted living.
• Current First Aid and CPR license or ability to obtain.

Experience, Competencies, and Skills:

• At least 12 months of experience administering medications in a professional caregiving setting.
• Experience with memory care and/or formal training is preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail and high integrity.
• Strong communication skills and a teamwork mindset.
• Positive attitude, empathy, patience, and commitment to treating our residents with dignity and respect.
• Willingness to participate in weekend rotation.