Medication Technician

Brookdale Senior Living; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to enhancing lives, as a Medication Aide/Tech. In this rewarding role, you will administer medications and assist residents, ensuring their well-being and safety. This position offers a pathway to career advancement into roles such as Resident Care Coordinators and Nurses. With a commitment to professional growth, you will enjoy a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion. Take advantage of comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, and numerous benefits designed to enhance your quality of life. If you are passionate about making a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k)

Employee assistance program

Employee discounts

Referral program

Paid Time Off and holidays

Company-provided life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Completion of training/certification is required based on state regulation.
• Ensure the medication supply room is organized and clean.

Responsibilities

• Administer or assist with self-administration of medication.
• Communicate with pharmacies to coordinate medication delivery.

Skills

Medication Administration

Communication with Pharmacies

Organizational Skills

Education

Certification in Medication Administration

Job description

Description

Based on state regulations and completion of required training/certification, Medication Aides/Techs will administer or assist with self-administration of medication and treatments as prescribed by the healthcare provider and observe/report responses to your supervisor.

Certified Medication Aides/Techs ensure the medication supply room is organized and clean, assist with medication cart audits, and provide accurate counts of all medications. They also communicate with pharmacies to coordinate medication delivery.

Completion of training/certification is required based on state regulation.

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity.

Grow your career with Brookdale! Our Med Techs / QMAPs have opportunities for advancement to roles such as Resident Care Coordinators and Nurses.

Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you seek an environment where you can become your best self, join us! Beyond a paycheck, enjoy opportunities for professional growth, health and wellness programs, comprehensive health insurance, life insurance, and retirement plans, varying by employment status.

Benefits for Full and Part-Time Employees include:

1. Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
2. 401(k)
3. Employee assistance program
4. Employee discounts
5. Referral program
6. Early access to earned wages (outside CA)
7. Optional voluntary benefits such as ID theft protection and pet insurance
8. Paid Time Off and holidays
9. Company-provided life insurance
10. Adoption benefits
11. Disability insurance (short and long term)
12. Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Account
13. Optional life and dependent life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and legal plans
14. Tuition reimbursement

The base pay will be determined by skills and experience. The role is eligible for team-based bonuses. Temporary associates are not benefits-eligible but may participate in the 401(k) plan.

We encourage veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and spouses to apply. We offer to advance naturalization (Form N-400) application fees up to $725 for qualified associates employed for at least a year.

The application deadline is within 30 days of posting.

Job ID: 78048945