Medication Technician (Med Tech)

American Baptist Homes of the Midwest; Harlan (IA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Holiday pay

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

Elm Crest Senior Living Community is hiring a PRN or full-time evening Medication Technician for assisted living (2:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.) with rotating weekends/holidays. Salary ranges from $14.75 to $18.31 per hour, with credit for experience and additional pay like shift differential and holiday pay.

Role includes assisting residents with medications under supervision, supporting daily living activities, monitoring health status, and ensuring adherence to state medication guidelines.

Qualifications

• Required: 18 years of age or older.
• Iowa Medication Manager Certification or Iowa Certified Medication Aide certification.
• Able to communicate effectively and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with medication administration and limited topical treatments under supervision.
• Support activities of daily living according to individual care plans.
• Monitor residents and report changes in condition to clinical staff.
• Support residents' physical, emotional, and mental well‑being.
• Follow community policies, procedures, and state medication management requirements.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Iowa Medication Manager Certification

Job description

$14.75–$18.31/hour, credit given for experience, plus shift differential and holiday pay. Elm Crest Senior Living Community is hiring a PRN or full-time evening Medication Technician in Assisted Living, 2:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m., with rotating weekends and holidays.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Pay: $14.75–$18.31/hour, credit given for experience
• Additional pay: shift differential and holiday pay available
• Schedule:
  • PRN shifts available 6:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. or 10:00 p.m.–6:00 a.m.
  • Full-time evenings, 2:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m., with rotating weekends and holidays
• Training and advancement opportunities within senior living

What You'll Do

• Assist residents with medication administration and limited topical treatments under the supervision of the Assisted Living Director
• Support activities of daily living according to individualized care plans
• Monitor residents and report changes in condition to clinical staff
• Support residents' physical, emotional, and mental well-being
• Follow community policies, procedures, and state medication management requirements

What You'll Need

Required:

• 18 years of age or older
• Iowa Medication Manager Certification or Iowa Certified Medication Aide certification
• Able to communicate effectively and work as part of a team

Preferred:

• 1 year of healthcare, assisted living, or long-term care experience — Elm Crest will train the right candidate who holds the required certification but has less experience
• Experience administering medications in a senior living setting

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with discretionary employer match
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Accident and critical illness insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.