Med Tech/Anam Cara - The Oaks

Trinity Health; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onboarding training

Tuition reimbursement

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Paid holidays & PTO

Tuition reimbursement (annual)

Job summary

The Oaks in Muskegon, MI is seeking a Med Tech/Caregiver to support residents with medication administration and daily living activities under the supervision of the Nurse Manager. This role blends clinical tasks with compassionate, person-centered care to promote safety, dignity, and engagement.

A 3-day onboarding program starts the role, with ongoing training to build skills in MARs, vital signs, wound care, and reporting changes to the nursing staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certified Medication Aide or Med Tech credential (state-specific certification).
• 1+ year experience in assisted living, memory care, or geriatric care.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and medication administration protocols.
• Valid CPR/BLS certification.
• Ability to lift/transfers residents safely; physical stamina for standing and walking.
• Excellent communication skills; compassionate, respectful demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Medication Management: administer oral/topical meds per physician orders and Five Rights.
• Maintain, reconcile, and audit MARs.
• Perform controlled substance counts and monitor expirations.
• Take vital signs and conduct basic tests (e.g., blood glucose).
• Provide wound care and coordinate with nursing staff.
• Assistance with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, transferring, mobility, and feeding.
• Support hydration and nutrition; facilitate meals.
• Maintain clean resident rooms and safe environments; perform housekeeping tasks.
• Document care and changes in condition; report to nursing staff and families.

Skills

Medication administration

Medical terminology

CPR/BLS

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Medication Aide / Med Tech credential

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Evening Shift

Description:

The Village at The Oaks offers assisted living and memory care in a serene, park-like campus just minutes from downtown. As part of Trinity Health Senior Communities-a mission-driven, not-for-profit Catholic healthcare system-you’ll be joining a collaborative, compassionate team committed to enhancing residents’ well-being.

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager or Wellness Director, the Med Tech/Caregiver delivers medication and supportive daily care aligned with individual care plans. This dual role blends clinical duties with hands‑on caregiving to ensure residents enjoy safety, dignity, and engagement.

Start your career off with an initial comprehensive 3-day training program that will get you up to speed in as little as 3 weeks with skills you will be able to use throughout your healthcare career.

Key Responsibilities

• Medication Management

• Administer oral/topical meds following physician orders and the "Five Rights" procedure

• Maintain, reconcile, and audit Medication Administration Records (MARs)

• Perform controlled substance counts and monitor expirations

• Clinical Care & Monitoring

• Take vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, weight) and conduct basic tests (e.g., blood glucose)

• Provide wound care, record observations, and coordinate with nursing staff

• Daily Living Assistance

• Aid with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, transferring, mobility, and feeding

• Support resident hydration and nutrition and facilitate meals

• Environmental Care & Safety

• Maintain tidy resident rooms, common areas, and ensure safety

• Perform laundry, dishes, stock supplies, and general housekeeping duties

• Engagement & Communication

• Encourage participation in activities and spend quality one-on-one time with residents

• Document care and changes in condition; report to nursing staff and communicate with families

• Compliance & Documentation

• Uphold HIPAA regulations and adhere to state/federal assisted living standards

• Keep resident charts, medication logs, and temperature logs current

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Certified Medication Aide or Med Tech credential (state-specific certification)

• Previous experience in assisted living, memory care, or geriatric care (1+ year preferred)

• Strong knowledge of medical terminology and medication administration protocols

• Valid CPR/BLS certification

• Ability to lift/transfers residents safely; physical stamina for standing and walking

• Excellent communication skills; compassionate, respectful demeanor

Benefits & Perks (FT & PT Eligibility Only)

• Training & Development: 3-day comprehensive onboarding; ongoing professional growth

• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $4,000 annually

• Day-1 Benefits - Low cost medical, dental and vision insurance plans. Enjoy lower cost medical services when you visit facilities within the Trinity Health network.

• Paid holidays and generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Up to $4,000 in tuition reimbursement annually!

Why Join Us?

• Mission-Driven Culture: Make a meaningful impact in a faith-based, inclusive organization

• Engaged Community: Be part of a vibrant campus with a theater, walking paths, shared meals, events, pet-friendly environment

• Career Pathways: Grow from Med Tech to supervisory or nursing roles within Trinity Health

The Oaks is seeking Med Techs for The Oaks in Muskegon, MI who is a proud member of Trinity Health Senior Communities (THSC), one of the nation’s largest, multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems, with over 40 communities in multiple states.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran