Medical Technician
Youth Opportunity Investments, LLC•Evart Township, MI
•Onsite
About The Position
We are hiring a Medical Technician to support medical services at Osceola Youth Center. This position provides direct patient care, assists with medical treatments, administers medications as directed, maintains medical records, and completes administrative duties that support the facility’s healthcare operations. This role is ideal for someone who is organized, compassionate, detail-oriented, and able to communicate effectively with youth, medical professionals, and other members of the care team.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to maintain all state or organizational certifications required for the position
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to communicate with youth respectfully and without being patronizing
- Strong analytical and independent decision-making skills
- Ability to maintain accurate, objective, and confidential medical documentation
- Ability to obtain First Aid, CPR, and approved crisis-intervention certifications during the probationary period
- Ability to pass required background checks and pre-employment screenings
Nice To Haves
- Two or more years of experience working with youth
- Previous experience in a medical office, residential treatment program, behavioral health setting, or similar healthcare environment
- Experience with medication administration, vital signs, medical records, specimen collection, and basic clinical procedures
- Medical Technician, Medical Assistant, or related healthcare training or certification
Responsibilities
- Obtain and document youth medical histories and vital signs
- Explain medical treatments and procedures in an appropriate and understandable manner
- Schedule medical appointments and coordinate follow-up care
- Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician or other authorized medical provider
- Administer injections as directed by an authorized medical provider
- Assist physicians and other healthcare professionals with medical examinations
- Prepare, update, and maintain accurate medical records
- Perform authorized routine laboratory tests
- Collect, label, and process specimens for laboratory testing
- Sterilize and prepare medical instruments and equipment
- Maintain the cleanliness and readiness of medical equipment
- Monitor, order, and restock medical and office supplies
- Complete clerical duties, including answering telephones, filing records, and updating patient information
- Communicate medical concerns and changes in a youth’s condition to the appropriate healthcare professional
- Maintain a high standard of professional and role-model behavior for youth
- Participate in required training and professional development activities
- Report any acts, incidents, or conditions reflecting the possibility of inappropriate youth-to-youth or staff-to-youth relationships
- Report any use of physical intervention and all unusual incidents according to established guidelines
- Perform other duties as assigned or needed
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with up to 4% employer match with Immediate Vesting
- Paid time off and holidays – Earn four hours of PTO every pay period
- Free RX delivery on most medications
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development
- Robust Employee Assistance Program
- Supportive, mission-driven work environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
