Certified Medication Assistant

The Craig; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifespace Communities is seeking a Medication Technician for the The Craig community in Amarillo, Texas. Join a mission-driven team focused on delivering purposeful, personalized care to residents in a supportive, collaborative environment.

You will work under licensed nurses, preparing and documenting medications, recording vital signs, and supporting daily living activities. The role emphasizes accuracy, compassion, and teamwork within a community-based setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Some directly related work experience preferred.
• Have and maintain medication aide licensure per state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Set- up medication for residents and provide medication, under the direction and monitoring of a licensed nurse, and according to physician orders.
• May order/reorder medications.
• Record and document all medication, treatment and care provided for residents.
• Take and record vital signs of residents.
• Prepare monthly summaries, may take off physician orders and prepares chart for new residents.
• Respond to resident calls and requests.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Live your purpose. Grow your career. Thrive through teamwork. Create meaningful, personalized experiences. At Lifespace, team members are at the center of delivering a purpose driven experience for our residents! We provide an environment where each team member can live their aspirations, developing in their career, making a difference, and being a part of a meaningful mission. Join our team of Medication Technicians today! A few details about the role:

Responsibilities

• Set- up medication for residents and provide medication, under the direction and monitoring of a licensed nurse, and according to physician orders.
• May order/reorder medications.
• Record and document all medication, treatment and care provided for residents.
• Take and record vital signs of residents.
• Prepare monthly summaries, may take off physician orders and prepares chart for new residents.
• Respond to resident calls and requests.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Some directly related work experience preferred
• Have and maintain medication aide licensure per state requirements

Location

Community: The Craig Address: 5500 SW 9th Ave Amarillo, Texas 79106

Pay

Pay Range $16.55-$22.72+ Hourly

Company Overview

Lifespace Communities, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation's largest nonprofit senior living organizations. For over 50 years, we have been dedicated to creating vibrant communities across the country where older adults are empowered to live their aspirations with purpose, independence, and peace of mind. Driven by a commitment to exceptional service, innovation, and meaningful connections, our team members work together to enrich the lives of our residents every day. At Lifespace, you'll find more than a career, you'll find an opportunity to make a lasting impact while growing professionally in a collaborative, mission-driven organization. To learn more about how our communities serve our residents, please visit lifespacecommunities.com

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer