Medication Technician - Safe, Compassionate Senior Care Pro

Sunrise Senior Living; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

Retirement Savings Plans

Employee Assistance Program / Discount

Paid time off / holidays

myFlexPay to get paid within hours

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sunrise Senior Living is seeking a Medication Aide/Med Tech to administer medications and treatments safely and with dignity. You will follow physician orders, document in MAR/TAR, and observe residents to identify health changes early while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates hold a Medication Administration certification, CPR/First Aid, and excellent communication skills, with senior care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED; age 18+.
• Medication Administration certification.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• Senior care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders.
• Follow the Six Rights of Medication Administration.
• Document in MAR/TAR accurately and in real time.
• Observe residents during and after medication passes.
• Monitor symptoms and administer medications as ordered for symptom relief.
• Report refusals or concerns promptly.
• Complete narcotic counts per policy.
• Maintain clean, organized medication carts and rooms.
• Follow infection control and safety standards.

Skills

Strong documentation and communication

Senior care experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Medication Administration certification

CPR and First Aid certification

Job description

Sunrise Senior Living is seeking a Medication Aide/Med Tech to administer medications and treatments safely and with dignity. You will follow physician orders, document in MAR/TAR, and observe residents to identify health changes early while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates hold a Medication Administration certification, CPR/First Aid, and excellent communication skills, with senior care experience preferred.