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The Monarch at Cedar Park

Medication Technician

Georgetown, TX

$14.75 - $18/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Purpose The Medication Technician Assistant is responsible for the care and assistance of medication administration of residents according to their Individual Service Plan and Physician Orders. They ...

Elan Westpointe

Medication Technician

New Braunfels, TX · On-site

$14.25 - $17.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Purpose The Medication Technician Assistant is responsible for the care and assistance of medication administration of residents according to their Individual Service Plan and Physician Orders. They ...

Elan Westpointe

Medication Technician

New Braunfels, TX

$14.25 - $17.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Purpose The Medication Technician Assistant is responsible for the care and assistance of medication administration of residents according to their Individual Service Plan and Physician Orders. They ...

Elan Westpointe

Medication Technician

New Braunfels, TX · On-site

$14.25 - $17.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Purpose The Medication Technician Assistant is responsible for the care and assistance of medication administration of residents according to their Individual Service Plan and Physician Orders. They ...

Elan Westpointe

Medication Technician

New Braunfels, TX · On-site

$14.25 - $17.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Purpose The Medication Technician Assistant is responsible for the care and assistance of medication administration of residents according to their Individual Service Plan and Physician Orders. They ...

Sonata by AgeWell Solvere Living

Medication Technician

New Braunfels, TX · On-site

$14.25 - $17.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Purpose The Medication Technician Assistant is responsible for the care and assistance of medication administration of residents according to their Individual Service Plan and Physician Orders. They ...

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How much do medication assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for medication assistant in Texas is $19.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $20.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a medication assistant?

A medication assistant administers medications and assists nurses in providing care to patients in a hospital or other care facility. As a medication assistant, your job duties include following instructions and documenting dosages and timing. The qualifications necessary for becoming a medication assistant include four months of training and 140 hours of experience in a supervised clinical setting before beginning your career. Once you gain the proper certification, you can work as a certified nursing assistant (CNA). The skills necessary for success beyond basic training include communication and interpersonal skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a medication assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Medication Assistant, you need a solid understanding of medication administration, basic medical knowledge, and a relevant certification or completion of a state-approved training program. Familiarity with electronic medication administration records (eMAR), automated dispensing systems, and basic medical equipment is typically required. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective communication are vital soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure accurate medication delivery, patient safety, and efficient collaboration with healthcare teams.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a medication assistant?

As a Medication Assistant, your daily tasks typically include preparing, administering, and documenting medications under the supervision of a licensed nurse. You’ll also monitor patients for side effects or reactions, communicate changes in patient condition to nursing staff, and maintain accurate medication records. Collaboration with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare team members is essential to ensure patient safety and effective care. The role often involves working in fast-paced environments like assisted living facilities or long-term care centers, requiring attention to detail and strong communication skills.
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Infographic showing various Medication Assistant job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, and 26% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $39,545 per year, or $19 per hour.

Medication Room Assistant - PT

Nexus Recovery Center

Dallas, TX • On-site

$18.24/hr

Part-time

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

About Nexus Family Recovery Center
Nexus Family Recovery Center is a Dallas-based nonprofit dedicated to helping women and families heal from substance use disorder. We provide a comprehensive continuum of care, from detox through residential and outpatient treatment, rooted in trauma-informed, evidence-based practice and a deep belief that recovery is possible for everyone we serve.
At Nexus, our culture is built on the same values we bring to our clients: respect, compassion, and integrity. Our team is made up of professionals who are serious about the work and about each other, and we are committed to building a workplace where staff feel supported, valued, and able to grow.
If you're looking for work that matters, a team that shows up, and an organization that invests in the people doing the hard work, then we'd love to meet you.
Summary
The Medication Room Assistant - PT supports the safe, accurate, and efficient operation of the medication room. This role supervises client self-administration of medication(s), monitors medical concerns, and arranges for/coordinates client medical care. This role focuses on medication preparation support, inventory management for stock medications, and documentation of client medications.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
  • Maintain client files according to HHSC and Joint Commission requirements.
  • Maintain and update client appointment schedule(s) for medical providers, counselors, medication pick up, and outside service providers (med van, dental van, etc).
  • Order and replace supplies as needed to maintain stock levels.
  • Observe and document client self-administration of medication(s) in client's e-Mar in Welligent, including any missed medication(s) and the reason(s) why the medication was missed.
  • Assists supervisor in completing required audits (i.e. first aid box audit) for quality monitoring and compliance.
  • Attend team meetings and training as required.
  • Record significant events related to client medical issues.
  • Coordinate with local vendors such as pharmacies or labs.
  • Ensure the medication room is clean and organized.
  • Maintain accurate medication inventory, including counts of controlled substances, with minimal errors.
  • Receive, log, and store medication deliveries according to protocol.
  • Monitor expiration dates and remove outdated or discontinued medications.
  • Ensure proper storage conditions, including temperature logs and security of medications.
  • Other duties may be assigned.

Education & Experience
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Completion of a medical assistant, pharmacy technician, or related program preferred.
  • Experience in a healthcare, behavioral health, or substance abuse treatment setting preferred.
  • Familiarity with medication handling, inventory systems, or pharmacy procedures preferred.

Competencies
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Basic understanding of medications and medical terminology
  • Ability to follow strict protocols and maintain confidentiality
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, structured environment
  • Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage crisis situations and make sound clinical judgments
Qualifications & Responsibilities
  • Respects confidentiality always.
  • Follows HIPAA and CFR 42 guidelines for disclosing information.
  • Adheres to the agency's compliance plan, code of conduct, and the Nexus policies & procedures.
  • Treats all clients, visitors, and co-workers with dignity and respect.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to conduct instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
  • Ability to solve practical problems involving a variety of concrete variables in standardized situations.
  • Ability to perform assigned duties and responsibilities with neatness, accuracy, and a degree of excellence, promptly.
  • Ability to work at the maximum capacity of all required expectations.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. As a condition of continued employment, you are responsible for obtaining and maintaining all training required to stay in compliance with state licensure rules and regulations.
Physical Demands & Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; navigate stairs, sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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