Medication Technician

Medication Technician (Med Tech) – Full-Time & PRN

Lighthouse Senior Living at Ellicott City | Ellicott City, MD
Now Hiring for All Shifts

About Us

At Lighthouse Senior Living at Ellicott City, we believe meaningful relationships help residents feel truly at home. We create a warm, welcoming environment where residents and associates build close connections, and each resident’s individuality, dignity, and independence are respected.

We’re hiring compassionate, dependable Medication Technicians for full-time and PRN opportunities across all shifts in our Assisted Living and Memory Care neighborhoods.

As a Med Tech, you’ll provide medication services and personalized resident care while working alongside caregivers, nurses, and the broader care team. This role reports to the Director of Assisted Living or Director of Memory Care and supports the daily guidance of caregivers without hiring or disciplinary responsibilities.

What You’ll Do

• Provide medication services according to physician orders, each resident’s individualized care plan, community policies, and your training and certification.

• Accurately document medication administration and resident care in the medication administration record (MAR) and other designated records.

• Observe residents for changes in condition, medication concerns, or possible adverse reactions and promptly report concerns to the nursing supervisor.

• Maintain accurate medication records, complete required controlled medication counts, and coordinate with nursing staff and the pharmacy regarding refills and medication availability.

• Communicate important resident information and outstanding concerns to the incoming shift.

• Assist nursing staff with gathering information for resident assessments and care plan updates.

• Check and record vital signs, weights, and blood glucose levels as trained, authorized, and assigned.

• Assist residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility, and other activities of daily living.

• Provide reassurance, reminders, cues, and redirection based on residents’ individual needs.

• Encourage participation in activities and support residents’ independence and well-being.

• Use proper techniques and appropriate equipment when assisting with transfers and repositioning.

• Respond promptly to resident calls and requests for assistance.

• Support fall prevention efforts and a restraint‑free environment.

• Assist with orienting, training, and coaching caregivers as assigned.

• Maintain clean, organized, and secure medication storage and work areas.

• Attend required training, care meetings, in-service programs, and associate meetings.

What You’ll Need

• High school diploma or GED required.

• At least one year of related work experience.

• Current Medication Technician certification as required for the position.

• Knowledge of medication procedures, medical terminology, and accurate documentation.

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and communicate effectively with residents, families, and team members.

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and sound judgment.

• A patient, courteous, and compassionate approach to caring for older adults.

• Commitment to protecting resident privacy and confidential health information.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb stairs, reach, turn, bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, and perform fine motor tasks throughout the workday.

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds independently and assist with resident transfers, repositioning, pushing, and pulling using appropriate assistance or equipment.

• Ability to accurately read medication labels and records, observe residents, and respond to resident calls and safety alerts.

Working Environment

• Work in an active senior living community with frequent interaction with residents, families, and associates.

• Provide calm, compassionate support to residents who may experience confusion or emotional distress.

• Occasional exposure to outdoor weather, dust, fumes, odors, water, and noise.

• Availability to work assigned shifts, including weekends and holidays, with additional hours as needed.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay.

• Full-time and PRN opportunities across all shifts.

• Great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for eligible associates.

• Generous paid time off and holiday pay for eligible associates.

• Flexible scheduling.

• Growth and advancement opportunities.

• A supportive team environment and meaningful work.

Benefits vary based on employment status and applicable plan eligibility.

Additional Information

This job description provides a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, skills, or working conditions. Duties and schedules may change based on community needs. Associates may be required to work additional hours or different shifts as needed.

This position may involve access to Protected Health Information (PHI). Associates will receive training on applicable privacy requirements and community policies and must maintain the confidentiality of resident information.

This job description does not constitute an employment contract or alter an associate’s at-will employment status.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required pre‑employment screenings, including a criminal background check, reference checks, drug screening, physical examination, and verification of employment eligibility, as applicable.

Lighthouse Senior Living at Ellicott City is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.