Medication Technician

Job Summary

We are looking for a Medication Technician to support resident care within our branch, ensuring medication needs are met in a compassionate and dignified manner.

• Full-time employees eligible for medical, dental, vision, and voluntary products.
• Part-time employees (29 or fewer hours per week) eligible for voluntary life and short-term disability.
• Benefits start the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Prescription savings plans.
• All employees eligible for 401(k) with employer match.
• Pay available daily.

• Accurately following the resident MAR to ensure medications are given out according to physician orders.
• Understand and follow the “Six rights of medication administration” and all Bickford policies and procedures regarding medication management.
• Use the eMAR system for medication administration.
• Communicate appropriately with clinical leadership for clarification and direction regarding resident medication administration.
• Provide direct resident care and supervise resident care work of non-licensed team members as appropriate.
• Lead by demonstrating Bickford Mission “Whatever it Takes” to all other team members on shift.

• Active Medication Technician Certification in good standing or at least one year of experience in senior care.
• Approved Medication Manager Certificate from the Department of Inspection and Appeals.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Willing to take additional training or education as required by specific states.
• Must have CPR and First Aid certifications.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Competent in organizational and time management skills.
• Demonstrates good judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to utilize or learn Bickford’s eMAR system to administer medications.

Bickford Senior Living is a community of caregivers dedicated to enriching resident happiness. Founded in 1991 in Olathe, Kansas, by the Eby Family, we have grown to over 50 locations in 7 states. We pride ourselves on a family environment that has served thousands of residents and employees for years.

Cedar Falls, IA

• Entry level

• Part-time

• Health Care Provider

• Hospitals and Health Care