Residential Medication Technician – Addiction Recovery

Cayuga Medical Center; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cayuga Health is hiring a Medication Technician at the Cayuga Addiction Recovery Services Men's Residence in Trumansburg, NY. The role provides direct support to residents, oversees self-administration of medications, and collaborates with nursing and residential staff to ensure safe, recovery‑oriented care.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, CPR and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within the first month).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR and First Aid certification required, or ability to obtain within the first month of employment.
• One year of experience as a Medication Aide or Medication Technician preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support the self-administration of medications in accordance with policies and regulations.
• Monitor and document medication effects; report concerns to nursing staff as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate medication counts and inventory; ensure organized carts and assist with audits.
• Collaborate with nursing and residential staff to support daily program operations.

Skills

CPR/First Aid

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cayuga Health is hiring a Medication Technician at the Cayuga Addiction Recovery Services Men's Residence in Trumansburg, NY. The role provides direct support to residents, oversees self-administration of medications, and collaborates with nursing and residential staff to ensure safe, recovery‑oriented care.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, CPR and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within the first month).