Medication Technician MC

Cogir USA; Tigard, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Ins.

401K with company match

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Free meals at work

Early access to paycheck

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a dedicated Medication Technician to provide compassionate medication administration and support with daily living activities for residents. You will work as part of a team to ensure safety, comfort, and individualized care plans.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma, a valid medication administration license, and CPR/First Aid; prior memory care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid state medication administration license (CNA/CMA/CMT/QMAP/Certified Caregiver) or meet state requirements for medication administration in assisted living.
• Current First Aid and CPR license or ability to obtain.
• At least 12 months of experience administering medications in a professional caregiving setting.
• Experience with memory care preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail and high integrity.
• Strong communication skills and a teamwork mindset.
• Willingness to participate in weekend rotation.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily administration of prescribed medication, including self-administration as outlined in care plans.
• Follow documentation protocols and report changes in resident status.
• Assist in managing medication inventory and storage; coordinate re-orders and deliveries with pharmacies.
• Provide compassionate care and support with activities of daily living in a team setting.
• Prioritize independence and offer emotional support through engagement and companionship.
• Encourage participation in life enrichment activity programs.
• Promote open communication among healthcare professionals, families, residents, and staff.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Empathy

Patience

Weekend availability

Education

High School Diploma

Medication administration license

First Aid/CPR certification

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.

At Cogir, our culture is rooted in the core values of human focus, creativity, and excellence, which inspire us to continuously improve and achieve excellence in all we do. Join us in our mission to enrich the lives of our residents while building a meaningful and fulfilling career!

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.