Medication Technician

Brookdale Senior Living Inc.•Port Charlotte, FL

About The Position

The Medication Technician administers or assists with self-administration of medication and treatments prescribed by a health care provider, in accordance with state regulations and after completing required training or certification. The role includes observing and reporting responses to a supervisor. Certified Medication Aides/Techs also maintain an organized, clean medication supply room, assist with medication cart audits, accurately count medications, and coordinate medication delivery with pharmacies. This is a pool/PRN, as-needed position with shifts listed as 3 p.m.–11 p.m. and 11 p.m.–7 a.m. Brookdale describes opportunities for career advancement, including roles such as Resident Care Coordinator and Nurse, and offers professional development and wellness programs. Benefits vary by employment status. The posting describes Brookdale as a nationwide company with 589 communities as of November 30, 2025, and notes that it provides corporate support including a robust training program.

Requirements

Complete required medication aide/technician training or certification, as required by state regulations.

Responsibilities

Administer or assist with self-administration of prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with state regulations and required training or certification.
Observe and report responses to medication and treatments to a supervisor.
Keep the medication supply room organized and clean.
Assist with medication cart audits.
Provide accurate counts of all medications.
Communicate with pharmacies to coordinate medication delivery.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance (eligibility varies by employment status).
401(k).
Associate assistance program.
Employee discounts.
Referral program.
Early access to earned wages for hourly associates outside California.
Optional voluntary benefits, including identity theft protection and pet insurance.
Paid time off (full-time benefits eligibility only).
Paid holidays (full-time benefits eligibility only).
Company-provided life insurance (full-time benefits eligibility only).
Adoption benefit (full-time benefits eligibility only).
Short- and long-term disability (full-time benefits eligibility only).
Flexible Spending Accounts (full-time benefits eligibility only).
Health Savings Account (full-time benefits eligibility only).
Optional life and dependent life insurance (full-time benefits eligibility only).
Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, and a legal plan (full-time benefits eligibility only).
Tuition reimbursement (full-time benefits eligibility only).