Medication Technician

Gemstone Senior Living•San Antonio, TX

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medication Technician supports the safety, comfort, and well-being of residents living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. The role assists with medications within the employee’s training, authorization, and applicable requirements; provides personal care; and communicates changes in residents’ conditions. The Medication Technician works closely with caregivers, leadership, and healthcare providers to deliver compassionate, person-centered care.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of medication training and demonstrated competency required for the position before performing medication duties independently.
Any certification or credential required for the role and care setting.
Knowledge of medication safety, documentation, infection control, and resident rights.
Ability to follow written orders, service plans, and community procedures accurately.
Patience, compassion, reliability, and sound judgment when working with residents living with dementia.
Strong observation, communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English for medication safety, documentation, and emergency response.
Ability to meet applicable background screening and employment requirements.
Current CPR and First Aid certification, or ability to obtain them within the community’s required timeframe.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, including assisting residents with mobility and transfers using approved techniques and equipment.
Availability to work assigned shifts, including weekends and holidays as scheduled.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of medication technician experience in assisted living or memory care.
Experience supporting residents living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia.
Dementia care training, such as Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) or equivalent.
Experience using electronic medication administration records (eMAR).
Experience with dementia-related behaviors, redirection, and de-escalation.

Responsibilities

Assist with medications according to authorized orders, community policies, and applicable requirements.
Follow medication safety procedures, including verifying the correct resident, medication, dose, route, and time.
Complete medication records accurately and promptly.
Document and report refusals, missed doses, errors, and medication concerns.
Observe residents for changes in condition, possible side effects, pain, or discomfort, and promptly report concerns to the appropriate supervisor or licensed healthcare professional.
Maintain secure medication storage and follow procedures for medication counts, inventory, refills, expiration dates, and disposal.
Protect resident privacy and maintain confidentiality.
Provide respectful assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, mobility, and other daily needs.
Use calm communication, reassurance, redirection, and individualized approaches when supporting residents experiencing confusion, anxiety, agitation, or resistance to care.
Follow individualized service plans and learn each resident’s routines, preferences, abilities, and communication needs.
Support resident supervision, fall prevention, infection control, and elopement prevention.
Encourage participation in meaningful activities, meals, hydration, and daily routines.
Communicate relevant information during shift handoffs and document care and observations accurately.
Respond promptly to emergencies and follow community reporting and emergency procedures.
Work cooperatively with the care team and complete required training and competency reviews.
Perform other assigned duties within the employee’s training and authorized scope.