Medication Technician (Med Tech)

Saint Therese•Monroe, MI

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Saint Therese is hiring a part-time Medication Technician at its IHM community in Monroe, Michigan. The role works six 12-hour shifts per two-week pay period, with currently available evening/midnight shifts running from 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. Positions include working every other weekend and every other holiday. The Medication Technician safely administers prescribed medications in accordance with physician orders and community policy, assists residents with medication administration, and monitors their responses. The position also supports residents’ broader care needs by responding to call lights and requests, recording vital signs and maintaining timely medical records under appropriate supervision. The role is part of a dedicated care team serving residents across care settings in a close-knit community focused on personalized, compassionate, person-centered care. Saint Therese at IHM includes 224 independent living, assisted living, and memory care apartments and 56 skilled and transitional care units. Saint Therese is a faith-based, nonprofit senior living organization with more than 60 years of experience serving communities in Minnesota, Michigan, and Ohio.

Requirements

Previous experience as a Medication Technician is required if formal training has not been completed.
Previous experience as a CENA or Nurse Aide is required.
Experience in assisted living, memory care, or a direct-care healthcare facility.
Resident-centered approach with awareness and sensitivity to individual needs and abilities.
Ability to work independently while exercising sound judgment.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Working knowledge of electronic charting systems and basic computer applications.
Dependability and ability to follow written and verbal directions.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including lifting and transferring residents.
Professional maturity and composure in a fast-paced care environment.

Nice To Haves

Successful completion of an approved Medication Technician training program is preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely administer prescribed medications, including oral medications and, when trained and authorized, subcutaneous insulin, in accordance with physician orders and community policy.
Assist residents with medication administration and monitor for side effects or adverse reactions.
Accurately document medication administration, including PRN use, effectiveness, and follow-up interventions.
Obtain and record vital signs as needed to assess residents’ responses to medications.
Maintain accurate and timely medical records under appropriate supervision.
Respond promptly to call lights and resident requests, supporting overall care needs.
Foster a respectful, compassionate environment for residents, families, and team members.