Medication Technician (Med Tech) - Assisted Living

Medication Technician (Med Tech) – Assisted Living
$14.75–$18.31/hour | Full-Time Nights
Elm Crest Senior Living Community | American Baptist Homes of the Midwest

Elm Crest Senior Living Community is hiring a Medication Technician (Med Tech) to provide safe, compassionate medication support and resident care within our assisted living community. This is a full-time evening position offering competitive pay, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults.

If you are compassionate, dependable, and passionate about serving seniors, we'd love to meet you.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Competitive Pay: $14.75–$18.31 per hour (credit for experience)
• Schedule: Full-time nights, 10:00 PM–6:00 AM, with rotating weekends and holidays
• Meaningful Work: Build lasting relationships with residents while supporting their health and well-being
• Career Growth: Training, development, and advancement opportunities within senior living
• Supportive Team Culture: Work alongside dedicated professionals in a collaborative environment
• Fast Hiring Process: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours
• Additional Earnings: Shift differential and holiday pay available

What You'll Do

• Assist residents with medication administration and limited topical treatments under the supervision of the Assisted Living Director
• Provide quality resident care and support with activities of daily living according to individualized care plans
• Monitor residents and report changes in condition to appropriate clinical staff
• Promote residents' physical, emotional, and mental well-being
• Follow community policies, procedures, and safety standards
• Ensure compliance with state regulations and medication management requirements
• Support a positive, resident-centered environment that reflects the mission and values of Elm Crest

Required Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Iowa Medication Manager Certification or Iowa Certified Medication Aide certification required
• Ability to communicate effectively and work as part of a team
• Dependable, compassionate, and resident-focused approach to care

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of healthcare, assisted living, or long-term care experience preferred
• Experience administering medications in a senior living setting preferred
• Willing to train the right candidate with the required certification

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Discretionary Employer Match
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Ready to Apply?

Join a community where your care and compassion help residents live with dignity, independence, and purpose every day.

Apply today to become a Medication Technician (Med Tech) at Elm Crest Senior Living Community.

To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.