Medication Technician (On Call)

Horizon House; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Retirement & Company Match

Discounted Meals at our Onsite Bistro Cafe

Company Paid Training & Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

Horizon House in Seattle is looking for a compassionate Medication Technician (Med Tech) to assist residents with medications in our Assisted Living team. In this key role, you’ll ensure the accuracy and safety of all medication systems under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

The ideal candidate will have active WA State Nursing Assistant certification, a strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. Join us to make a positive impact on the lives of our residents!

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Minimum six months work experience as NAC.
• Must have excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer medications accurately.
• Document medication administration and any side effects.
• Communicate effectively with medical staff and families.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

CNA duties

EMR experience

Medication management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Active WA State Nursing Assistant Certified (NAC)

Completion of Nurse Delegation Core Training

Completion of DSHS Dementia and Mental Health training

Tools

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Job description

Shift Differentials

• Evening Shift: +$1.00 per hour
• Night Shift: +$1.75 per hour

Schedule

On Call

Medication Technician (Med Tech)

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.
• 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

• 403(b) Retirement & Company Match
• Discounted Meals at our Onsite Bistro Cafe
• Company Paid Training & Professional Development Opportunities

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.

Legal and Compliance

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.

Reasonable Accommodation

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.