Certified Medication Technician

Job Details: Job Location: Tamarisk - Warwick, RI, Salary Range: $21.00Hourly, Tamarisk Senior Living | Where Compassion Meets Purpose

Make a Difference Every Day

At Tamarisk Senior Living, we believe every person deserves to age with dignity, purpose, and joy. Whether our residents live in Assisted Living or Memory Care, our mission is simple: provide exceptional, person-centered care wherever they call home.

We're looking for a compassionate, dependable, and dedicated Certified Medication Technician (CMT) / Medication Aide who wants more than just a job. We're looking for someone who wants to build relationships, brighten someone's day, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of older adults.

If you're passionate about caring for others and thrive in a supportive, team-focused environment, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

💊 Be a Medication Champion

You'll help residents stay healthy and safe by:

Administering medications according to physician orders, Rhode Island regulations, and Tamarisk policies
Practicing the "Five Rights" of medication administration
Accurately documenting medications and resident responses
Administering medications through approved routes
Monitoring for side effects or concerns and promptly communicating with nursing staff
Supporting residents with professionalism, care, and attention to detail

❤️ Provide Meaningful, Person-Centered Care

At Tamarisk, every resident has a unique story. You'll help ensure they feel valued and respected by:

Honoring individual preferences, choices, and independence
Creating a welcoming, homelike atmosphere
Supporting residents' physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being
Treating every resident with kindness, patience, and dignity

🤝 Help Residents Live Their Best Day

You'll assist residents with daily activities while encouraging independence and engagement by:

Assisting with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility
Taking and recording vital signs
Observing and reporting changes in resident condition
Responding promptly to requests for assistance
Encouraging participation in activities, friendships, and community life

🌼 Support Residents Living with Memory Loss

If working in Memory Care, you'll help create moments of connection and comfort by:

Using dementia-friendly communication techniques
Creating calm, reassuring interactions
Participating in meaningful engagement activities
Helping residents feel secure, understood, and respected
Recognizing behaviors as communication and responding with empathy

🛡️ Promote Safety and Well-Being

You'll help maintain a safe environment by:

Following infection control and safety procedures
Supporting emergency preparedness efforts
Maintaining resident privacy and confidentiality
Practicing safe resident handling techniques
Protecting the well-being of residents by reporting concerns immediately

🌟 Be Part of a Caring Team

Great care happens when great people work together. You'll:

Collaborate with nurses, caregivers, and other team members
Build positive relationships with residents and families
Participate in training, meetings, and educational opportunities
Help create a workplace culture built on respect, teamwork, and compassion
Contribute to our commitment to honoring Jewish culture, traditions, and values

What Makes You a Great Fit

You are someone who:

✅ Loves helping others

✅ Enjoys building meaningful relationships

✅ Has strong attention to detail

✅ Communicates with kindness and professionalism

✅ Works well independently and as part of a team

✅ Brings patience, empathy, and a positive attitude to every shift

✅ Takes pride in delivering exceptional resident care

Why Tamarisk?

At Tamarisk Senior Living, you're not just caring for residents, you're becoming part of a community. Every conversation, every smile, and every act of kindness helps create a place where residents feel at home and team members feel valued.

When you join us, you'll work alongside people who are passionate about making a difference and committed to providing care with dignity, respect, and heart.

Come make someone's day, every day.

Apply today and help us create a community where residents thrive and everyone belongs.
Qualifications: Day and Evening shifts available

Required 

Active Rhode Island Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license in good standing 

Active Rhode Island Medication Aide license (or must obtain within specified timeframe) 

Successful completion of RIDOH-approved Medication Aide training program (45 hours minimum) 

High school diploma or equivalent (GED) 

Current CPR certification (or must obtain within 90 days of hire) 

Must pass pre-employment physical examination and annual health screenings thereafter 

Must pass Rhode Island Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) background check 

Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English 

Commitment to upholding the values of dignified, person-centered care 

Preferred 

One or more years of experience in assisted living, memory care, or long-term care setting 

Experience working with residents with dementia or cognitive impairment 

Knowledge of Jewish culture, customs, and kosher dietary standards 

Bilingual abilities (particularly Hebrew, Yiddish, or Russian) helpful 

Demonstrated commitment to compassionate, respectful care for seniors 

Continuing Education Requirements 

CNA license renewal: 8 hours of nursing duties within prior 24 months and 12 hours of in-service training per year 

Medication Aide license renewal: 4 continuing education hours related to medication administration every 2 years 

Quarterly competency evaluations by licensed nurse (monthly for first 3 months of employment) 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

This position requires medium to heavy physical work. The employee must be able to perform the following physical activities: 

Medium Work: Frequently lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds; occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds maximum 

Standing and walking for extended periods (up to 8-12 hours per shift) 

Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching 

Ability to push and pull equipment including wheelchairs, walkers, and medication carts 

Manual dexterity sufficient to handle medication packages, syringes, and other medical supplies 

Visual acuity to read medication labels, charts, and electronic health records 

Hearing acuity to respond to call lights, alarms, and verbal communications 

Ability to transfer and reposition residents using proper body mechanics and assistive devices 

Cognitive ability to follow complex medication orders and recognize changes in resident condition 

WORKING CONDITIONS 

Indoor environment in assisted living and memory care settings 

Extensive resident contact throughout shift 

Possible exposure to infectious diseases, bloodborne pathogens, and bodily fluids 

May work with hazardous/infectious waste and cleaning chemicals 

Variable shift work including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays 

May be required to work overtime or additional shifts based on staffing needs 

Fast-paced environment requiring multi-tasking and prioritization 

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS 

Tamarisk Senior Living is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Requests for accommodations should be directed to Human Resources.