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Weekend Caregiver

Mobile, AL · On-site

$12.25 - $15.25/hr

Performs personal care activities that assist the patient with activities of daily living. These ... Medication reminders * Assisting with the prescribed range of motion exercises * Assisting with ...

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Weekend Caregiver

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$12 - $15/hr

Provide medication and appointment reminders *Assist with walking and provide stabilization ... Weekend CaregiverID:15Location:Birmingham, Alabama and Surrounding Areas Please note that this is ...

Glenwood

Registered Nurse

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

... weekend, night, and holiday coverage on a rotating basis (additional pay provided). Primary Job ... Ability to obtain/maintain Medication Assistant Supervisor (MAS) certification as defined by the ...

GLENWOOD INC

Registered Nurse

Birmingham, AL · On-site

... weekend, night, and holiday coverage on a rotating basis (additional pay provided). PRIMARY JOB ... Ability to obtain/maintain Medication Assistant Supervisor (MAS) certification as defined by the ...

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What is the difference between Weekend Medication Assistant vs Weekend Pharmacy Technician?

AspectWeekend Medication AssistantWeekend Pharmacy Technician
Required CredentialsBasic training, certification often preferredState licensure or certification required
Work EnvironmentAssists with medication management, supports pharmacy staffPrepares prescriptions, manages inventory, interacts with customers
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, clinics, assisted living facilitiesRetail pharmacies, hospitals, healthcare facilities
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for roles assisting with medications on weekendsMore technical, with greater responsibilities in pharmacy operations

The Weekend Medication Assistant typically provides support with medication management and customer service in healthcare settings, requiring basic training or certification. In contrast, the Weekend Pharmacy Technician has more technical responsibilities, including prescription preparation and inventory management, often requiring state licensure. Both roles are common in healthcare environments, but the Pharmacy Technician position generally involves more advanced duties and credentials.

Weekend Medication Assistant jobs near you
Infographic showing various Weekend Medication Assistant job openings in Alabama as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution.

Resident Medication Assistant - Part-time

Birmingham, AL • On-site

Oaks on Parkwood
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$13.75 - $17.25/hr

Part-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Part-time (20 + hours) per week
Includes some weekends
Assisted Living
Excellent working environment
Summary of Duties
Responsible for assisting residents with medication administration and with routine daily care and services in accordance with the resident's Medication Administration Record (MAR), resident's assessment and plan of care as directed.
Essential Job Functions
1. Assist the resident with mediation.
2. Verify with the resident, the resident can recognize the name, date and medication they are to take
3. Verify the resident has taken the medication
4. Provide care to residents including activities of daily living as needed
5. Notify the manager/supervisor any change in condition (i.e. discrepancy in the order, MAR or medication pack, resident's inability to recognize medications, areas of redness, skin tears, bruising, mental status changes, eating habits
6. Compare the resident's physician's order and the MAR
7. Verify the order matches the MAR
8. Verify the order, MAR, and the medication pack match
9. Document appropriately on the MAR/ EMAR
10. Assist with lifting, moving, and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, etc., as necessary, utilizing proper facility technique
11. Check residents routinely to ensure that their personal care needs are being met
12. Assist in preparing and serving meals as necessary and on a timely basis
13. Keep resident rooms and resident care areas clean and neat
14. Perform day-to-day housekeeping activities in accordance with daily work assignments
15. Orient new residents to facility
16. Encourage and assist residents to participate in activities. Assist in conducting activities with residents as directed
17. Assume additional responsibilities as assigned or needed.
Education
High School diploma or equivalent preferred
Experience
Experience in resident/patient care preferred

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