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Qualified Medication Aide

Kendallville, IN · On-site

$15 - $18.75/hr

Medication Tech duties: * Reviews service plan to learn pertinent information about residents ... First Aid Certification preferred * Previous experience working with seniors preferred. Why Join Us ...

Qualified Medication Aide

Kendallville, IN · On-site

$15 - $18.75/hr

Medication Tech duties: * Reviews service plan to learn pertinent information about residents ... First Aid Certification preferred * Previous experience working with seniors preferred. Why Join Us ...

Medication Tech duties: * Reviews service plan to learn pertinent information about residents ... First Aid Certification preferred * Previous experience working with seniors preferred. Why Join Us ...

Certified Medication Aid

Cumming, GA

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

Qualifications: * Certification: Current certification as a Medication Aide (CMA) as required by state regulations. * Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of a state-approved ...

PRN Medication Aid

Brookfield, WI · On-site

$15.25 - $19/hr

Sunrise meadows senior living is currently seeking a PRN Medication Aide to join our team of ... Preferred Qualifications • Prior direct care experience preferred. • High school diploma or GED ...

On Call Medication Aid

Whiteriver, AZ · On-site

$14.50 - $18/hr

Document any instance where prescribed medication is not administered, including reason(s) for ... Supervisory Requirements This position has no supervisor responsibilities Qualification Education ...

Certified Medication Aid

Cumming, GA

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

Ensure medication plan is appropriately executed. * Maintain open communication with nursing ... Affordable comprehensive health insurance QUALIFICATIONS OF A MED-TECH: * Must have an active ...

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As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for qualified medication aid in the United States is $17.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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QUALIFIED MEDICATION AIDE (QMA)

La Porte, IN • On-site

Priority Life Care
Health Care and Social Assistance • 1 - 5K employees

$10K/mo

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 4 days ago


Priority Life Care rating

3.9

Company rating: 3.9 out of 10

Based on 14 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Qualified Medication Aide

The main function of the Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) is to administer medications to facility residents and monitor resident reactions to medications, under the supervision of a licensed nurse.

To our staff we provide:

  • Competitive wages and PTO
  • Exceptional career advancement opportunities through our Pathway to Promotion program
  • A full range of health plans - including vision and dental!
  • SwiftMD Telemedicine, at low or no cost!
  • Special pay rates on holidays
  • $10,000 Company paid Life Insurance
  • Family planning and support services through Maven
  • Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Accident Coverage, and Critical Illness
  • Confidential Employee Assistance Program
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employee referral bonuses
  • On-demand wages via ZayZoon. No need to wait until payday!
  • Rewards Program based on Years of Service and PLC Employee of the Year Award

Your responsibilities:

  • Prepares and administers medications to residents in compliance with all related policies and procedures and regulations covering the QMA practice
  • Counts dosages and documents the number of scheduled drugs at the beginning and end of each shift
  • Reviews residents' medical record and medication administration record (MAR) for new medication orders, changes in medication orders and the overall accuracy of MAR including resident allergies, medication contraindications, expected medication action vs. suspected adverse action and reports discrepancies to the supervising nurse
  • Monitors resident vital signs; observes residents for expected reactions; observes reportable, suspected and adverse reactions to medications administered
  • Orders and replaces medications and medication administration supplied as needed in compliance with facility policies and procedures
  • Documents vital signs, medication administration, resident behaviors associated with medication administration, medication incident and accident reports, and facility incident and accident reports

Prepares verbal and written reports related to successful or unsuccessful medication administration, changes in resident condition and/or departures from usual and routine organizational operations

  • Understands and reviews the facility's Healthcare Clinical Policies and Procedures and Safety Guidelines
  • Reports any issues or problems that may arise to the Director of Nursing and/or Administrator

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent; minimum of 1 year of previous long-term care experience preferred; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Must hold a current and valid QMA certification
  • CPR and First Aid Certification
  • Prior experience in long-term care, home health or related service industries, preferred

Priority Life Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.


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