Certified Medication Technician-AL

Sunshine Retirement Living; Pharr (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunshine Retirement Living is seeking a Medication Technician to administer medications and assist with daily resident care in an assisted living setting. The role emphasizes person-centered care, safety, and dignity for residents, including those with cognitive challenges.

You will document care, monitor conditions, and support activities of daily living while maintaining compliance with policies and state regulations. A compassionate, team-focused approach is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Six months of related experience or training is required.
• State certification, as required by the state, is required.
• Senior living experience is preferred.
• Attention to detail in medication administration and recording.
• Clear English communication, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work in a team and meet deadlines.
• TB/criminal record clearance and health screening as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide residents with medication administration and treatment assistance per orders.
• Monitor health, safety, and well-being; report changes to supervisors.
• Maintain accurate medication records and resident observations.
• Store medications and equipment properly; keep room clean.
• Ensure labeling and storage meet state standards.
• Follow shift-change procedures and documentation.
• Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, eating).
• Support memory-care residents with patience and specialized communication.
• Encourage engagement aligned with cognitive abilities and preferences.
• Contribute to a safe and pleasant environment; assist with safety measures.
• Respond to emergencies, provide first aid, and document per policy.
• Document care and observations in electronic health records per policy.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Six months related experience

English communication

Team player

Customer service

Attention to detail

Dementia care training willingness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

State certification as required

Job description

FLSA Status: Hourly, non-exempt

Date Approved: September 2025

OVERALLJOB PURPOSE

Theprimaryresponsibilityofthispositionisto administermedicationstoresidentsandassistwith other aspects of their daily care and routine. As a Medication Technician, you embody our principle of Person-Centered care and support our mission statement through People, Passion, and Excellence by providing the highest standard of care and customer service. In assisted living and memory care, this role also ensures safety, promotes dignity, and supports engagement for residents with cognitive or physical challenges.

MINIMUMJOBQUALIFICATIONSANDREQUIREMENTS

• HighSchoolDiplomaorequivalent
• Sixmonthsofrelatedexperienceand/ortrainingorequivalentcombinationofeducationand experience
• Appropriatecertification,asrequiredbythe state
• Previousexperienceinseniorlivingpreferred
• Attention to detail to administer and accurately record the administration of medications for residentsasprescribedbythephysicianinaccordancewithestablishedpoliciesandprocedures of Sunshine Retirement Living and applicable state/federal regulations
• Demonstratedabilitytocommunicatepolitelyandeffectively(inEnglish),bothverballyandin writing, with residents and staff
• Meetstate-relatedrequirements(ifapplicabletoposition)
• Abilitytoworkinateamsettingandbeapositiveteamplayer
• Maintainapositive,respectful,andprofessionalapproachwithcoworkersandresidents
• Possessexcellentcustomerandorganizationalskills
• Abilitytoworkundertimeconstraintswithlittlesupervisionandmeetdepartmentdeadlines
• Training or willingness to train in dementia care practices, including redirection, validation, and behavioral support techniques
• Satisfactorily pass Sunshine's and state-regulated criminal record clearance, health screening and
• TB clearance (if applicable)

ESSENTIALJOBDUTIESANDRESPONSIBILITIES

• Provideresidentswithmedicationadministrationandtreatmentassistanceaccordingtohealthcareprovider's orders
• Monitorhealth,safety,andwell-beingoftheresidents.Promptlyreportanychangesinresident'sphysicalconditionand/orbehaviortoHealthServices Director or Health Services Coordinator
• Accuratelymaintainresidentrecordsregardingmedicationdistribution,leisureactivities, incidents, and observations
• Properlystoremedicationsandequipmentandkeepsthemedicationroomcleanandorderly
• Ensuresprescriptionlabelandstorageproceduresmeetstatestandard
• Properlyfollowshift-changeproceduresanddocumentation
• Assistwithactivitiesofdailylivingsuchasbathing,dressing,andeating
• Support residents with memory loss by using patience, empathy, and specialized communication techniques
• Encourageand/orremindresidentstoparticipateinactivities.Promotepurposeful engagement that matches residents' cognitive abilities and personal preferences
• Assistinkeepingtheenvironmentsafeandhappyforresidents
• Implement elopement-prevention and other safety measures specific to memory care residents
• Immediatelyrespondtoresidentemergencies;providefirstaidassistance;debriefanddocument incident following company procedures
• Accurately document medication administration, care provided, and observations in electronic health records per company policy
• PerformsotherdutiesasassignedbySupervisor

OTHERJOBDUTIESANDRESPONSIBILITIES

• Performallworkassignedfortheagreed-uponsalary,acceptingnoadditionalpaymentornon- perishable gifts from residents, vendors, Community Management, or others
• Meettheassignedworkrequirementsofthejob.Regularattendanceisrequired
• Serveasarolemodelforallemployeesbydisplayingaresponsible,cooperative,andpositive attitude
• RepresenttheCommunityinaprofessional,courteous,andfriendlymanner
• Adheretodress/appearancecode.Changesinattiremaybedictatedbyspecialoccasionor weather conditions. If you have questions, check with your supervisor
• Adheretoandfollowcompanypolicies,procedures,andstandards
• Promoteresidentadvocacyanddemonstrateexcellentcustomerserviceatalltimes
• Communications with residents' families, as directed by supervisors, regarding medication and care updates to support continuity of care
• Maintain personnel, resident, and business proprietary and/or confidential matters/material in strict confidence with management of the company (and/or other company staff as needed)

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Sunshine Retirement Living (The Company) proudly provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where residents, employees, and families feel respected and valued, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

Salary-History Statement:

Sunshine Retirement Living (The Company) is committed to fair and equitable pay practices. We do not request or consider an applicant's past or current salary when making compensation decisions, in compliance with applicable salary history and pay equity laws.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical Demands and Work Environment

20% to 40%

40% to 60%

60% to 80%

80% to 100%

Stand

X

Walk

X

Sit

X

Pushing, pulling and/or reaching

X

Grasping and fine manipulation

X

Climb or balance

X

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

X

Talk or hear

X

Taste or smell

X

Lifts Weight or Exerts Force

20% to 40%

40% to 60%

60% to 80%

80% to 100%

Up to 10 pounds

X

Up to 25 pounds

X

Up to 50 pounds

X

Up to 100 pounds

X

More than 100 pounds

X

The Community reserves the right to revise the duties set forth in this job description at its discretion.