Med Tech

Balanced-Home-Care; Brighton (MI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Balanced-Home-Care in Brighton, MI seeks a compassionate Med Tech to support residents in a senior living setting. The role focuses on safe, accurate medication administration and basic resident care.

You will monitor for side effects, assist with ADLs, and collaborate with the care team to follow care plans. Prior meds passing in a similar setting is preferred; must pass background checks and have reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to administer medications safely in a care setting.
• Strong communication with residents, families, and staff.
• Ability to assist with ADLs and mobility as needed.

Responsibilities

• Safely administer medications per orders and document in MAR.
• Monitor for side effects and report concerns promptly.
• Assist residents with ADLs (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, incontinence care).
• Support mobility and transfers following safety practices.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment including light housekeeping related to care.
• Communicate clearly and follow care plans and policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Medication administration

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Physical strength

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Description

We are seeking a compassionate, experienced Med Tech to support residents in a senior living/healthcare setting. The Med Tec’s primary focus is safe, accurate medication administration plus basic resident support.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely administer medications per provider orders and document in the MAR.
• Monitor residents for medication side effects/changes and report concerns promptly.
• Assist with ADLs as needed (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, incontinence care).
• Support residents with mobility and transfers, following all safety and fall-prevention practices.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to residents.
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment, including light housekeeping related to care.
• Communicate clearly with residents, families, and team members; follow care plans and policies.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.

The caregiver will NOT perform any of the following:

Administering of any unauthorized medications unless otherwise directed, ointments, eye drops, etc.

Heavy duty household chores such as washing walls, waxing floors, washing windows, etc.

Household repairs or maintenance

Eat any of the clients groceries or use any of their home goods

Working Conditions/ Environment

• Primarily works in client’s place of residence which can also include an assisted living facility or group home. Shift times and days vary with client needs. May be called upon to perform additional tasks as required by supervisor.
• Uphold and maintain an INFECTION CONTROL environment with each of my Clients. I agree to maintain a clean and safe environment through regular handwashing and diligent personal hygiene

Employee Acceptance

The company cannot promise to provide you with a certain number of hours in any given work week. We cannot guarantee work close to your home or on a convenient public transportation line.

Before applying, please read and understand the Resident Aide/ Caregiver job description, policies and procedures for supportive care, and the statements described in the previous paragraph and agree to be bound by the terms thereof.

Requirements

Qualifications

• At least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Hands-on experience passing meds in a senior care or similar setting.
• Able to pass a criminal background check (and any required drug screen).
• Experience working with older adults.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and assist with transfers.
• Reliable transportation in and around Brighton, MI.
• Able to work a consistent schedule, including every other weekend (and some holidays).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; dependable and team-oriented.

Preferred: prior Med Tech/ Aide experience