Lead Medication Technician – Senior Care

Skyline Place Senior Living; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) match

Generous PTO

Pet insurance

Perks at Work

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Milestone is seeking a Lead Medication Technician to oversee daily ADL services and medication management for residents. You will supervise the medication technician team, ensure resident care plans are followed, and maintain communication with medical professionals and families to provide consistent, high-quality care.

The role requires at least one year of caregiving experience and supervisory experience in a health-related field, with strong communication skills and the ability to read MARs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum one year of caregiving experience.
• At least six months of supervisory experience in health care.
• Ability to read physician orders and accurately follow MAR.
• Must meet health requirements including TB clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the medication technician team according to resident care plans.
• Administer medications following physician orders and MAR.
• Verify daily documentation and track completion of resident care tasks.
• Communicate with the team regarding resident needs and ensure high-quality service.
• Participate in meal service, including serving, clearing, and cleaning the dining room.
• Supervise staff during shifts and support their development.
• Maintain all required certifications, in-service training, and ongoing education.
• Follow all local, state, and federal rules and regulations including HIPAA, OSHA, and Blood Borne Pathogen Guidelines.
• Ensure safe work practices and support team members in maintaining safety standards.
• Assist with workplace injury investigations and return-to-work processes as needed.
• Foster teamwork, take initiative, and positively impact coworkers, residents, and visitors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading medical orders

Basic computer skills

HIPAA knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Milestone is seeking a Lead Medication Technician to oversee daily ADL services and medication management for residents. You will supervise the medication technician team, ensure resident care plans are followed, and maintain communication with medical professionals and families to provide consistent, high-quality care.

The role requires at least one year of caregiving experience and supervisory experience in a health-related field, with strong communication skills and the ability to read MARs.