Lead Medication Technician — Senior Care Team Lead

Flagstone Senior Living; The Dalles (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision (full-time)

401(k) with employer match

Generous PTO

Pet insurance

Perks at Work

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary benefits options

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 communicate with medical professionals and families to provide consistent, high-quality care.

Join Milestone to help residents receive safe, compassionate, and personalized care every day. This role emphasizes teamwork, continuous training, and adherence to regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum one year of caregiving experience.
• At least six months of supervisory experience in a health-related field.
• Ability to read physician orders and accurately follow MAR.
• Understanding of medical terminology and basic computer skills (Word and Excel) preferred.
• Required state certifications for medication administration.
• Must meet health requirements, including TB clearance.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Compassion for and desire to work with the elderly.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the medication technician team in delivering services 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 consistent, 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

Caregiving

Supervisory exp

Reading MAR

Medical terminology

MS Word

MS Excel

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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 communicate with medical professionals and families to provide consistent, high-quality care.

Join Milestone to help residents receive safe, compassionate, and personalized care every day. This role emphasizes teamwork, continuous training, and adherence to regulatory standards.