Youth Crisis Medical Technician

Idaho Youth Ranch; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental care

401(k) match

Employee discount at thrift stores

Job summary

Idaho Youth Ranch seeks a relief Medical Technician to support its new Residential Center for Healing and Resilience. The role involves medication administration, vital sign monitoring, and meticulous record-keeping for youth clients.

You will collaborate with clinicians, nursing leadership, and care teams to ensure safe, compliant care. Qualifications include a High School diploma, CPR/First Aid readiness, and a valid Idaho driver’s license; on-call after training may follow.

Qualifications

• Must have at least a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to administer medications as ordered by a physician.
• Knowledge of EHR systems and basic computer use.
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Must be 21 years of age and valid Idaho driver’s license or able to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Administer medication as ordered by a physician.
• Take and record vital signs of youth.
• Record administration of medications and treatments.
• Report and record changes in condition.

Skills

Vital signs

Medication administration

EHR systems

CPR/First Aid

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma

Tools

EHR software

Job description

Our Mission:

We unite for Idaho’s youth by offering accessible programs and services that nurture hope, healing, and resilience.

How will you impact our mission?

Be a part of setting a new standard for residential care for generations to come. Successful candidates will have a once-in-a-career opportunity to be a part of the opening of our new Residential Center for Healing and Resilience, a 64-bed psychiatric residential treatment facility (PRTF) for youth, at our beautiful 258-acre Hands of Promise Campus in Idaho’s Treasure Valley.

The Medical Technician is responsible for direct oversight of storage and distribution of medications to clients, and serves as the primary liaison between clients, youth care providers, clinicians, Director of Nursing and the Medical Director.

Our Medical Technicians

• Administer medication as ordered by a physician
• Take and record vital signs of youth
• Records the administration of medications and/or treatments appropriately
• Reports and records any changes in condition

Must Haves

• Must be 21 years of age
• Must possess High School diploma or equivalent
• Must have a valid Idaho driver’s license or obtain one within 15 days of hire
• Must hold state required medication pass certification or other required certification, complete state required delegation and/or training requirements, and successfully complete the medication pass competency
• Obtain when offered specialized training related to position, such as: CPR, First Aid, Crisis Intervention, Individualized Behavioral Contingencies, Crisis & Suicide Management and Med Management
• Knowledge of computer and EHR systems

Preferred

• Preferred one year of experience working in a psychiatric inpatient setting

This position is relief, so will fill in on-call only after training.

What do we offer?

In addition to contributing to our awesome mission, working at IYR has many advantages! Full time employees are eligible for affordable medical and dental care, other voluntary benefits offerings. All employees are eligible for a 401(k) match, paid time off, an employee discount on purchases at our thrift stores, and working in a caring and compassionate environment, just to name a few.

So, who are we?

Since 1953, Idaho Youth Ranch has provided healing and hope for Idaho’s kids. We use proven therapies and programs to help kids who have experienced loss or adversity transform childhood trauma into hope. We offer a statewide network of services to kids 9-24 years old and their families, including outpatient therapies, residential care, adoption services, and career readiness.

Why unite with us?

Because we are better together! Our team members enjoy a workplace where relationships are the foundation. We are all committed to the same mission, where growth is always possible, where we are treated with and show compassion, where trust guides us to transparency, and above all, where joy sustains us.

As a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit, the Idaho Youth Ranch is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PLSF) program. The PLSF offers student loan forgiveness on qualifying loans under specific conditions. Speak with your loan provider for more information.

This role is located in Idaho and candidates need to be within a reasonable distance of one of the Idaho Youth Ranch locations.

The Idaho Youth Ranch is an equal opportunity employer.