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StarCare Specialty Health System (StarCare) is seeking a full-time Medication Resources Technician to join its outstanding Outpatient Clinic staff supporting people with mental illness at the Sunrise Canyon Behavioral Health Complex. The Medication Resources Technician coordinates and manages the on-site storage and distribution of medications for patients enrolled in StarCare’s Pharmacy Benefits Program, while assisting patients with refill requests and ensuring timely prescription processing. Collaborates with Outpatient Clinic nursing staff to address pharmacy-related needs, supports licensed providers with medication refills and consent documentation, and serves as a liaison between providers and patients to promote clear communication. Communicates important updates to team members and maintains accurate, compliant documentation in accordance with clinic and organizational policies.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate, organize, and oversee the on-site storage, inventory, and distribution of medications for patients enrolled in StarCare’s Pharmacy Benefits Program, ensuring compliance with all applicable policies and safety standards.
- Support patients through the medication refill process by managing refill line inquiries, providing timely assistance, and facilitating accurate prescription processing.
- Collaborate with Outpatient Clinic nursing staff by addressing pharmacy-related requests and responding to medication-related inquiries in a prompt and professional manner.
- Assist licensed nurses and providers with medication refills and consent documentation, serving as a liaison between healthcare providers and patients to ensure clear communication and continuity of care.
- Effectively communicate medication changes, updates, and relevant information to appropriate team members to support coordinated patient care.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with Outpatient Clinic and organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work hours.
- Ensure all required training and credentials are current and compliant with Center, federal, state, and local regulations, in addition to StarCare policies and procedures.
- Complete special departmental projects and other responsibilities with similar skill and work conditions as assigned.
- Support all activities in alignment with StarCare’s mission, values, and operational goals.
Schedule:
This is a full-time, on-site, position scheduled Monday - Thursday, 8:30am – 5:30pm, Friday 8am – 5pm with flexibility to meet the needs of the department.
Benefit Package:
StarCare offers Benefit eligible employees an expansive benefit package including but not limited to: Company-paid medical coverage, fully funded employer contribution to HSA, company-paid life insurance, company paid hospital indemnity plan, retirement plan with up to 12% employer match, front loaded paid time off (PTO), thirteen (13) paid holidays, sabbatical leave, longevity augmentations, and employee referral augmentations.
Qualifications:
- Graduation from high school or equivalent required.
- Minimum of one (1) year of full-time experience in a related mental health field, medical setting, or pharmacy environment required.
- Certification as a Medication Technician from an accredited program preferred.
- Demonstrated proficiency in operating standard office equipment, including phone systems, copiers, and fax machines.
- Must have a current Texas driver’s license and be insurable under the Center’s insurance.
- Must pass all required pre-employment and annual screenings applicable to the position or services provided, as required by law, regulation, or agency policy, which may include criminal background, nursing registry, MVR, and drug screening based on applicable requirements.
Skills & Abilities:
- Problem Solving: Ability to analyze situations, identify challenges, and develop effective solutions.
- Communication: Strong verbal, written, and electronic communication skills to convey information clearly and professionally.
- Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with others across teams and departments to achieve shared goals.
- Exhibiting Corporate Values: Demonstrates behaviors and decision-making aligned with the organization’s core values and mission.
- Documentation: Proficient in accurately recording, organizing, and maintaining information in various formats.
- Productivity & Reliability: Demonstrates consistent performance, meets deadlines, manages time effectively, and maintains dependability in fulfilling job responsibilities.
- Job Specific Safety: Understands and follows safety protocols and procedures relevant to the role and work environment.
WHY CHOOSE STARCARE?
Welcome to StarCare Specialty Health System, where your passion for making a difference thrives! At StarCare, we imagine a community where all people have hope and the opportunity to achieve their full potential for health and wellbeing. Here's why you should choose StarCare:
- Impactful Purpose: Contribute to meaningful change as the state-designated Local Authority for mental health, intellectual disabilities, and substance use disorders. Be a catalyst for positive empowerment.
- Comprehensive Care: StarCare offers a broad array of specialty healthcare services that support and empower people as valued members of the community.
- Collaborative Environment: StarCare is proud to work with a network of community stakeholders to ensure all people have access to the healthcare they need.
- Professional Growth: StarCare offers many different opportunities for growth in the fields of mental health, substance use disorders, aging, intellectual & developmental disabilities, veterans, and healthcare administration. Come grow your career with us!
- Legacy of Service: Since 1967, StarCare has provided hope and health to Lubbock, Hockley, Lynn, Crosby, and Cochran counties.
At StarCare Specialty Health System, your work is not a job. It's a fulfilling journey of providing hope and supporting and empowering people as valued members of the community. Ready to get started? We’ve been waiting for you!
EEO Statement: StarCare Specialty Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
StarCare Specialty Health System (StarCare) is seeking a full-time Medication Resources Technician to join its outstanding Outpatient Clinic staff supporting people with mental illness at the Sunrise Canyon Behavioral Health Complex. The Medication Resources Technician coordinates and manages the on-site storage and distribution of medications for patients enrolled in StarCare’s Pharmacy Benefits Program, while assisting patients with refill requests and ensuring timely prescription processing. Collaborates with Outpatient Clinic nursing staff to address pharmacy-related needs, supports licensed providers with medication refills and consent documentation, and serves as a liaison between providers and patients to promote clear communication. Communicates important updates to team members and maintains accurate, compliant documentation in accordance with clinic and organizational policies.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate, organize, and oversee the on-site storage, inventory, and distribution of medications for patients enrolled in StarCare’s Pharmacy Benefits Program, ensuring compliance with all applicable policies and safety standards.
- Support patients through the medication refill process by managing refill line inquiries, providing timely assistance, and facilitating accurate prescription processing.
- Collaborate with Outpatient Clinic nursing staff by addressing pharmacy-related requests and responding to medication-related inquiries in a prompt and professional manner.
- Assist licensed nurses and providers with medication refills and consent documentation, serving as a liaison between healthcare providers and patients to ensure clear communication and continuity of care.
- Effectively communicate medication changes, updates, and relevant information to appropriate team members to support coordinated patient care.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with Outpatient Clinic and organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work hours.
- Ensure all required training and credentials are current and compliant with Center, federal, state, and local regulations, in addition to StarCare policies and procedures.
- Complete special departmental projects and other responsibilities with similar skill and work conditions as assigned.
- Support all activities in alignment with StarCare’s mission, values, and operational goals.
Schedule:
This is a full-time, on-site, position scheduled Monday - Thursday, 8:30am – 5:30pm, Friday 8am – 5pm with flexibility to meet the needs of the department.
Benefit Package:
StarCare offers Benefit eligible employees an expansive benefit package including but not limited to: Company-paid medical coverage, fully funded employer contribution to HSA, company-paid life insurance, company paid hospital indemnity plan, retirement plan with up to 12% employer match, front loaded paid time off (PTO), thirteen (13) paid holidays, sabbatical leave, longevity augmentations, and employee referral augmentations.
Qualifications:
- Graduation from high school or equivalent required.
- Minimum of one (1) year of full-time experience in a related mental health field, medical setting, or pharmacy environment required.
- Certification as a Medication Technician from an accredited program preferred.
- Demonstrated proficiency in operating standard office equipment, including phone systems, copiers, and fax machines.
- Must have a current Texas driver’s license and be insurable under the Center’s insurance.
- Must pass all required pre-employment and annual screenings applicable to the position or services provided, as required by law, regulation, or agency policy, which may include criminal background, nursing registry, MVR, and drug screening based on applicable requirements.
Skills & Abilities:
- Problem Solving: Ability to analyze situations, identify challenges, and develop effective solutions.
- Communication: Strong verbal, written, and electronic communication skills to convey information clearly and professionally.
- Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with others across teams and departments to achieve shared goals.
- Exhibiting Corporate Values: Demonstrates behaviors and decision-making aligned with the organization’s core values and mission.
- Documentation: Proficient in accurately recording, organizing, and maintaining information in various formats.
- Productivity & Reliability: Demonstrates consistent performance, meets deadlines, manages time effectively, and maintains dependability in fulfilling job responsibilities.
- Job Specific Safety: Understands and follows safety protocols and procedures relevant to the role and work environment.
WHY CHOOSE STARCARE?
Welcome to StarCare Specialty Health System, where your passion for making a difference thrives! At StarCare, we imagine a community where all people have hope and the opportunity to achieve their full potential for health and wellbeing. Here's why you should choose StarCare:
- Impactful Purpose: Contribute to meaningful change as the state-designated Local Authority for mental health, intellectual disabilities, and substance use disorders. Be a catalyst for positive empowerment.
- Comprehensive Care: StarCare offers a broad array of specialty healthcare services that support and empower people as valued members of the community.
- Collaborative Environment: StarCare is proud to work with a network of community stakeholders to ensure all people have access to the healthcare they need.
- Professional Growth: StarCare offers many different opportunities for growth in the fields of mental health, substance use disorders, aging, intellectual & developmental disabilities, veterans, and healthcare administration. Come grow your career with us!
- Legacy of Service: Since 1967, StarCare has provided hope and health to Lubbock, Hockley, Lynn, Crosby, and Cochran counties.
At StarCare Specialty Health System, your work is not a job. It's a fulfilling journey of providing hope and supporting and empowering people as valued members of the community. Ready to get started? We’ve been waiting for you!
EEO Statement: StarCare Specialty Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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Who's Hiring
- Brookdale Senior Living89
- Ivy Living29
- Bickford Senior Living27
- Cogir Senior Living25
- Vitality Living17
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- Healthcare & Medical Services23
- Government & Public Sector3
- Education2
- Insurance1
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medication technician jobs.
- High school diploma or GED with a state-approved medication aide or technician certification
- Experience accurately documenting medication administration in an electronic health record system
- Knowledge of controlled substance handling, storage, and narcotic count procedures
- Current or eligible CNA certification, often required as a prerequisite in long-term care settings
- Ability to read and follow physician orders and medication administration records without error
- Experience working in a long-term care, assisted living, or behavioral health environment
Tips for Your Medication Technician Job Search
List every certification by full name
Include your medication aide certification, CNA credential, and any state-specific endorsements spelled out in full on your resume. Many applicant tracking systems screen for exact terms like 'medication administration record' before a human ever reads your application.
Target postings that match your state license
Medication technician licensing varies significantly by state, so filter openings by location before applying. Applying to a role in a state where your credential isn't recognized wastes time and can delay a start date if the employer assumes reciprocity.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists medication technician openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight your controlled substance experience
Long-term care and behavioral health employers pay close attention to whether you've handled Schedule II through IV medications. Call out specific drug categories, narcotic count procedures, and any discrepancy documentation you've managed to separate yourself from generalist candidates.
Prepare a scenario answer about a med error
Interviewers for medication technician roles almost always ask how you've handled or would handle an administration error. Have a structured, honest answer ready that covers what happened, how you reported it, and what you changed afterward. Vague answers raise red flags.
Follow up after the interview with specifics
Reference a detail from your interview in your follow-up note, such as the facility's electronic medication administration record system or a protocol you discussed. Generic thank-you messages are easy to ignore, while a specific callback shows real engagement with the role.
Medication Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most medication technicians?
The most active employers for medication technicians right now are Brookdale Senior Living, Ivy Living, and Bickford Senior Living, and the most openings are in California, Florida, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially high in long-term care chains and regional assisted living operators.
How many medication technician jobs are remote?
About 6% of medication technician openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles in this field. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include medication reconciliation coordination, utilization review, and pharmaceutical care management roles that don't require direct patient contact.
How do you become a medication technician?
Start by completing a state-approved medication aide or technician training program, which is typically offered through community colleges, vocational schools, or long-term care facilities. After finishing the coursework, you pass a written and sometimes practical competency exam to earn your state certification. Many states also require an active CNA credential before you can sit for the medication technician exam, so confirm your state's specific pathway before enrolling.
How do you get hired as a medication technician with little experience?
Many long-term care facilities and assisted living communities hire candidates who are newly certified, especially for evening and overnight shifts where staffing is tighter. If you completed your clinical hours during training, emphasize the number of supervised medication passes you performed and any specific drug categories you handled. Getting your CNA first, then adding the medication technician certification, is the most common path into the role with minimal prior experience.
What does the medication technician interview process look like?
Most medication technician interviews include an initial phone screen with HR followed by an in-person or video interview with a director of nursing or charge nurse. Expect scenario-based questions about medication errors, documentation habits, and how you handle a resident who refuses a dose. Some employers add a brief skills assessment or ask you to walk through how you'd complete a narcotic count before making an offer.
Where can I find and apply to medication technician jobs?
You can find and apply to medication technician jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your certification, shift preference, and care setting, then apply directly to each listing that fits. The openings are updated regularly, so checking back frequently gives you access to newly posted positions before they fill.
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