Medication Technician

Job Summary

Medication Technician supports resident care, ensuring that residents’ daily medication needs are met in a compassionate and dignified manner.

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

• Accurately follow the resident MAR to ensure medications are given according to physicians’ orders.
• Understand and apply 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 and care.
• Provide direct resident care and supervise non‑licensed team members as appropriate.
• Lead by demonstrating the Bickford Mission “Whatever it Takes” to all team members on shift.

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Active Medication Technician Certification in good standing or at least one year of experience in senior care.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Willingness to take additional training or education required by specific states.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Competent organizational and time‑management skills.
• Good judgment, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Proficiency or willingness to learn Bickford’s eMAR system.