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Medication Technician

Paramount Senior Living

Columbia, Pennsylvania

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LPNAssisted LivingLong-term CareGeriatric

Last seen active Jul 30, 2026

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Paramount Senior Living is long-term care — slower turnover and deeper relationships with the people you look after. It's a day shift — the full-speed version of the unit, with every specialist in the building.

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Medication Technician Location: Maytown, PA | Schedule: Full-Time REQUIRED CERTIFICATION – PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING To be considered for this position, you must hold a current and valid Medication Technician (Med Tech) certification specifically for an Assisted Living Facility. Please do not apply for this position if your credentials are limited to any of the following: Medical Assistant (MA) certification Physician office or clinic medication administration experience Hospital-based certifications Any certification, license, or training that is not specifically for Assisted Living Medication Technician duties These credentials do not meet the requirements for this position and will not be accepted for this role. As part of the application process, you must be able to provide: A copy of your active Assisted Living Medication Technician certification Observation documentation (as required by your certification) Current Diabetic Education certification Before applying, please confirm that you can provide all required documentation. Applications that do not meet these requirements for this position will not be considered. If you do not currently hold the required Assisted Living Medication Technician certification, we still encourage you to apply for other opportunities within our organization that may better match your qualifications and experience. Benefits Next Day Pay Paid Time Off Free Meals Flexible Schedule Health Insurance 401(k) Plan Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Lifetime Employee Discount Program Position Summary As a Medication Technician, you will build strong relationships with residents while helping them stay safe and comfortable. You will be part of a supportive team that values your work and helps you grow. We offer flexible schedules, fast access to your pay, and free meals. This is a job where you can earn more, grow your career, and make a real difference every day. What You'll Do Administer and document medications under RN/LPN supervision Provide attentive, quality care to residents Monitor and report changes in resident conditions Assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers Perform vital sign checks, including pulse and blood pressure Maintain accurate records, supply levels, and medication orders Support a safe, organized, and efficient unit environment Communicate effectively with residents, families, and care teams What We're Looking For High school diploma or GED Completion of Medication Administration training (required) Medication Aide Certification (required) Prior experience in long-term care Strong attention to detail and ability to work under supervision Calm, professional response in fast-paced or emergencies Strong communication skills in English (reading, writing, speaking) Why Join Us Supportive team environment Meaningful, hands-on resident care Opportunities to build clinical skills and experience Stable and rewarding role in healthcare Take A Tour Before You Apply: Click the link to explore our virtual tour of Paramount Senior Living or copy and paste the link into your browser. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZBatyhqaf10&t=1s #INDRNS Paramount is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Skills for this role

Medication Administration

Requirements

  • Current and valid Medication Technician (Med Tech) certification specifically for an Assisted Living Facility
  • Active Assisted Living Medication Technician certification
  • Observation documentation (as required by certification)
  • Current Diabetic Education certification
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Completion of Medication Administration training (required)
  • Medication Aide Certification (required)
  • Prior experience in long-term care

Benefits

  • Next Day Pay
  • Paid Time Off
  • Free Meals
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Health Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program

About the employer

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Paramount Senior Living
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You are looking at Paramount Senior Living in McMurray, Pennsylvania — a regional senior-living operator founded in 2004 that keeps a limited span of communities and leans on hands-on leadership. The continuum runs from independent living through assisted living/personal care,…

What reviewers appreciate

  • Home Health RN case manager: Mon–Fri daylight at one location with no travel
  • Next-day pay listed for some Home Health RN and LPN roles
  • Free meals/lunch during shift cited by employees and postings

What reviewers flag

  • No 401k match according to a current employee review
  • Company-wide Glassdoor near 3.1/5 from 116 reviews; comp/benefits among lower scores
  • Former staff reports of chronic understaffing, favoritism, and uneven accountability
hands-on leadershipsenior living continuum24/7 licensed nurseshome health daysfree lunchnext-day pay

Living in Columbia, PA

Columbia sits along the Susquehanna River in Lancaster County, offering a quiet, small-town feel with historic charm. It's a convenient base for nurses who prefer riverside living while staying close to Lancaster's healthcare network and Amish Country attractions.

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State price level · Pennsylvania
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2% below the national average

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