Medication Technician | Supportive Housing Services

Valley Behavioral Health; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,896; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On‑Demand Pay

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Valley Behavioral Health is seeking a Medication Technician to support the Valley Oaks and Valley Woods programs in Salt Lake City. You will manage and distribute monitored medications, serve as the first point of contact for medication questions, and work closely with the care team to ensure accurate scheduling and documentation.

In this role, you will coordinate with prescribers and pharmacy staff, maintain patient records, and mentor other team members.

Qualifications

• One year of medical experience working with medications.
• Certification in Medical Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, or CNA in state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Act as first point of contact for the medication distribution system and triage questions from patients or team.
• Coordinate with prescribers and pharmacy to ensure correct medications are delivered to the correct patient at the correct time.
• Ensure required paperwork and medical records are completed and submitted.
• Document non-billable clinical events in the electronic medical record.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to other treatment team employees.
• Coordinate with other technicians to ensure coverage during absences.

Education

One year of medical experience working with medications

Certification in Medical Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, or CNA

Job description

Help Clients Thrive Every Day

At Valley Oaks and Valley Woods, Medication Technicians help ensure clients receive the right medications at the right time while supporting effective communication across the care team. By coordinating with providers, maintaining accurate records, and assisting with medication‑related processes, you'll contribute to a safe, organized, and client-centered environment where recovery can thrive.

Job Type

Full‑time

Salary

Range starts at $18.00 per hour (pay varies based on years of experience). Final salary: $18.00‑$20.25 per hour.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Benefits Highlights

• Compensation: tenure-based service increases and performance bonuses that recognize and reward high-performing team members.
• On‑Demand Pay: access to a portion of earned wages before scheduled payday.
• Time off: 15 days of accrued paid time off annually (increasing by one day with each year of service), 10 paid holidays, 2 wellness days, and paid parental leave.
• Health & Insurance Benefits: full‑time and part‑time team members working 30+ hours per week are eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, plus voluntary options such as accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, financial protection, and pet insurance. Valley also provides Basic Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Long‑Term Disability Insurance at no cost to eligible team members.
• Health Savings & Reimbursement: out‑of‑pocket medical expenses may be reimbursed through our Garner HRA (up to $2,000 for individuals and $4,000 for families). Depending on your plan, you may also contribute pre‑tax dollars to a Health Savings Account (HSA), with a company match of up to $900 for individuals and $1,800 for families.
• Retirement: 401(k) plan accepts both pre‑tax and Roth contributions and includes a company match of up to 6% of your annual salary.
• Professional Development: tuition reimbursement, licensure reimbursement, paid training and conference attendance, continuing education reimbursement, and paid time for continuing education.

Why Valley?

Since 1984, Valley Behavioral Health has helped thousands of adults, children, and families access high‑quality behavioral health care. As the largest non‑profit community behavioral health provider in the Intermountain Region, Valley offers a comprehensive range of services to ensure each individual receives personalized care they need to heal and grow. You will belong in a community where you can be yourself, grow your career, and embrace new opportunities. Valley is committed to authenticity and encourages opportunities for success.

Job Summary

The Medication Technician manages and distributes monitored medications, serving as the first point of contact for medication‑related questions from patients, the treatment team, and community partners. The Technician coordinates closely with prescribers, pharmacy staff, and the broader treatment team to ensure patients receive the correct medication on schedule, while maintaining accurate documentation and supporting team members.

Essential Functions

• First point of contact for the medication distribution system; triage questions or concerns from patients, the treatment team, or community partners within scope of practice.
• Coordinate with prescribers and pharmacy to ensure correct medications are delivered to the correct patient at the correct time.
• Ensure required paperwork and medical records are completed and submitted.
• Communicate with organizations supporting patient care through the treatment and office support teams.
• Document non‑billable clinical events in the electronic medical record.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to other treatment team employees.
• Demonstrate flexibility when temporarily assigned to other clinics; coordinate with other technicians to ensure coverage during absences.

Requirements

Licenses / Certifications

• CPR certification (post‑hire as needed).

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of medical experience working with medications.
• Certification in Medical Assistant, Pharmacy Technician, or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in state of practice.