Medication Technician (Med Tech) - Assisted Living $19-$24/hr
How this pay compares
This posting states $19–$24 an hour. Open medication aide jobs in California post a median of $19.75 an hour, the middle half $19.02–$21.50, across 36 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Medication aides employed in California earn a median of $22.90 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Workplace injuries
Bayside Care Center in Morro Bay reported 12 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 297,980 hours worked: 8.1 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.1 per 100 full-time workers at nursing homesnationwide. With its hours, the best estimate leaning on similar sites is 7.6 per 100 full-time workers. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
Staffing at Bayside Care Center, by Medicare's record
One nurse aide on duty for every 8.7 residents at an average hour (California's middle home: 9.3); 40.5% of its nursing staff left in a year (California: 36%); Medicare staffing rating 4 of 5. From what the home reports to Medicare from its payroll (Oct 2026); day shifts have more aides than nights. Its staffing in full.
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About the job
Make a Difference Every Day
We are looking for a caring, dependable Medication Technician (Med Tech) to join our assisted living team. If you enjoy helping seniors, providing compassionate care, and being part of a supportive team, we’d love to meet you!
Why Join Our Team?
- Competitive pay: $19 - $24/hr DOE
- Time Off: Generous Paid sick leave and vacation
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance + Health Savings Account (HSA)Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement: 401(k) plan
- Education: Education Reimbursement
What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities)
- Assist residents with medication administration according to physician orders and facility policies
- Accurately document medications and resident care
- Monitor residents for changes in condition and report concerns to the appropriate nurse or supervisor
- Assist residents with activities of daily living, including personal care and mobility
- Provide compassionate, respectful, and individualized resident care
- Maintain resident safety, comfort, and dignity
- Communicate effectively with residents, families, and members of the care team
- Follow all company policies, procedures, and applicable regulations
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Requirements
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience in assisted living, senior care, caregiving, or medication assistance preferred
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow medication procedures
- Dependable, responsible, and compassionate
- Good communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work independently while being part of a team
- Must meet all applicable California requirements for the position
- Ability to successfully pass a background check, reference check, physical exam, and TB clearance.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and comfortably handle long periods of standing, walking, bending, and twisting.
Casa de Flores is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
From Compass Health's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Compass Health
Compass Health operates 7 (source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information) Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in California. Its job board posts jobs for nursing assistants, nurses and therapists. Source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information
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