About The Variel

We believe the later chapters of life deserve to be lived with purpose, comfort, and connection. The Variel is a modern senior living community in the heart of Woodland Hills, built on a simple conviction: exceptional senior living should offer the same warmth, quality, and attention to detail found in a luxury hotel. 

Our residents are more than customers, they are our neighbors, friends, and community. Every interaction, experience, and detail matters, from the care we provide to the way we welcome residents and their families each day.

At The Variel, we value genuine hospitality, teamwork, compassion, and accountability. We treat each other the way we wish to be treated in return, and we are committed to creating an environment where our residents and our team members can thrive.

About the location

Set at 6233 Variel Avenue in the Warner Center district of Woodland Hills, The Variel offers a vibrant setting surrounded by shopping, dining, entertainment, and the best of the West San Fernando Valley. With Westfield Topanga, local farmers markets, parks, and everyday conveniences just minutes away, our community provides residents with a comfortable and connected lifestyle. Designed with modern living in mind, The Variel combines thoughtful amenities, inviting spaces, and exceptional service to create an environment that feels welcoming, sophisticated, and distinctly like home.

Position Summary 

The Medication Technician is responsible for supporting the health, safety, and well-being of residents through accurate medication assistance and attentive resident care. This role works closely with the Wellness team and caregivers to ensure medications are provided according to physician orders, resident needs are communicated appropriately, and established standards of care are followed.

The Medication Technician also serves as a resource to caregivers during the assigned shift, helping support a positive, organized, and resident-focused environment.

Essential Job Duties

• Assist  with medication administration and management in accordance with physician      orders, resident care plans, applicable regulations, and community  policies and procedures.
• Accurately  document medication assistance and maintain required medication records.
• Observe residents for changes in physical, emotional, or behavioral condition and      promptly report concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
• Review physician orders and communicate changes or follow-up needs to the      appropriate members of the Wellness team.
• Provide guidance and support to caregivers regarding resident care needs and      established care plans.
• Assist with shift assignments, resident care priorities, and coverage needs as      directed.
• Assist  with coordinating medical appointments, follow-up care, and other resident      healthcare services as assigned.
• Communicate and collaborate with physicians, pharmacies, Home Health, Hospice, and      other healthcare providers as appropriate.
• Respond  appropriately to resident needs and emergency situations in accordance  with established community procedures.
• Maintain accurate medication and clinical supply inventory and communicate ordering needs to the appropriate supervisor.
• Support the onboarding and training of new team members as assigned.
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with residents, families, team members, and healthcare providers.
• Maintain resident confidentiality, dignity, privacy, and individual rights at all times.
• Follow all medication management, infection control, safety, and resident care policies and procedures.
• Complete all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Promote a positive, collaborative, and team-oriented work environment.
• Attend required staff meetings, training programs, and in-service education sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of two years of experience as a Medication Technician in Assisted Living, Memory Care, senior living, or a related residential care setting preferred.
• Previous experience providing care and support to older adults preferred.
• Must  successfully complete all required Medication Technician training and meet applicable state and community requirements.
• Knowledge  of medication assistance, documentation, and resident care procedures.
• Ability to follow physician orders, resident care plans, established procedures, and safety protocols.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Ability to remain calm, focused, and responsive while managing multiple resident needs and priorities.
• Compassionate, patient, dependable, and professional when interacting with residents and families.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be available to work assigned shifts, including weekends and holidays as required.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Ability to frequently bend, stoop, reach, twist, push, pull, and move throughout the community as required.
• Ability to exert 20–50 pounds of force occasionally, 10–20 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds continuously to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Must have sufficient visual ability to read medication labels, physician orders, resident records, and other required documentation.
• Must have sufficient hearing and verbal communication abilities to effectively interact with residents, families, visitors, healthcare providers, and team members.
• Ability to safely assist residents with mobility and other care needs in accordance with established procedures.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced senior living environment and respond appropriately to resident needs and emergency situations.
• Must be able to perform all essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Variel of Woodland Hills is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, and we prohibit harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including but not to limited, respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Completing an application does not guarantee that you will be offered a position. We review all applications and strive to hire the candidates who are the most qualified to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.