Part Time Medication Technician (PM)

Silverado; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Development assistance

Referral program

Pet Insurance

Auto and Home Insurance and Discount

Job summary

Silverado Alexandria is a memory care innovator seeking a careful Medication Technician to support residents with medication administration and care in a compassionate team setting.

You will assist with ordering, receiving, inventory, and maintaining a clean medication cart, while communicating with residents, families, and the clinical team to ensure safety and dignity.

Qualifications

• Must have a state-certified Medication Aide certificate.
• Associate degree or two-year college equivalent required.
• Minimum of one year experience as a Medication Technician.
• CPR certification or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with routine administration of medications.
• Order, receive, and take inventory of medications.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the medication cart.
• Communicate clearly with residents, families, and the clinical team.

Skills

Medication administration

English communication

CPR certification

Memory care experience

Attendance reliability

Physical stamina

Team communication

Education

Medication Aide Certificate

Associate’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Join Silverado Alexandria, a memory care innovator ranked in the top 10 nationwide by Fortune Magazine Best Workplaces in Aging Services. Since 1997, Silverado has delivered exceptional care to individuals with neurodegenerative conditions. We’re a certified Great Place to Work® and proud to offer competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities.

We’re hiring a Medication Technician – a detail-oriented and compassionate team member who ensures safe and timely medication administration for our residents. This role blends precision, empathy, and teamwork to support wellness in a memory care setting.

Be a difference-maker with a memory care leader!
You lead with heart, responsibility, and integrity. You’re dependable, organized, and thrive in a team-focused environment. You’re passionate about helping others live with dignity and comfort.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Assist residents with routine administration of medications
• Order, receive, and take inventory of medications
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the medication cart
• Communicate clearly with residents, families, and the clinical team

Qualifications:

• Medication Aide Certificate required for the state
• Associate’s degree or equivalent from two-year College or technical school
• At least one year of experience as a Medication Technician
• Valid CPR certification (or ability to obtain)
• Personal or professional experience in memory care or with individuals living with Alzheimer’s or dementia preferred
• Reliable transportation to meet attendance and punctuality standards
• Active role: walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs.)
• Effective communicator in verbal and written English
• Comfortable working around animals and pets
• Fortune Magazine Best Workplace in Aging Services™
• Certified Great Place to Work®
• Paid training and strong internal mobility

Schedule: Part Time, PM shift, Saturday, 2:00pm - 10:00pm

Anticipated pay range

$23 - $27 USD

Silverado offers the following benefits to eligible employees:

• 401(k) matching
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Other amazing benefits such as Pet Insurance, Auto and Home Insurance and Discount Programs!

* Silverado does not accept candidates from outside recruiters or agencies for this role. *

California Employees: For roles requiring driving, the driving requirement has been deemed essential to the performance of this role due to specific business necessity. Supporting documentation is maintained by Silverado and is available for review upon request to ensure compliance with California law.

Employment offers are contingent on background check, drug screening, physical, and TB testing (if applicable).

Silverado uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization with both the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security

EOE/M/F/D/V