Certified Medication Aide

Oakwood Care Center; Middle River (MD); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus up to $2,500

Daily Pay

Comprehensive benefits

Career growth opportunities

Friendly team

Job summary

Oakwood Care Center in Middle River, MD is hiring Certified Medication Aides (CMA) for full-time and part-time Day, Evening, and Night shifts. Competitive pay $21.00–$25.00 per hour with shift differentials, and a sign-on bonus up to $2,500. Access to Daily Pay and comprehensive benefits are included.

Must be a CMA in Maryland; prior long-term care or senior living experience preferred. Join a supportive team with a warm, family-like culture and opportunities for growth and advancement.

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) in Maryland
• Experience in long-term care or senior living preferred
• Compassionate, dependable, and patient-centered
• Strong teamwork and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Administer medications accurately and safely
• Prepare and handle medications
• Maintain records and communicate with nurses and families
• Assist with bathing, grooming, dressing, and mobility of residents
• Monitor vital signs, intake/output, and resident behavior
• Keep environment clean, safe, and home-like for residents
• Build meaningful relationships with residents and families
• Communicate effectively with nurses, staff, and families

Skills

Certified CMA

Long-term care

Team player

Communication

Job description

Now Hiring: Compassionate CMAs to join Our Long-Term Care/Skilled Nursing Family!

Oakwood Care Center in Middle River, MD

Shift Availability:

We offer full time and part time Day (7a–3p), Evening (3p–11p), and Night (11p–7a) shifts. Available schedules may vary based on current facility needs.

Rate of Pay: $21.00 to $25.00 ()plus shift diffs as applicable)

Sign-on Bonus up to $2,500 (limited time!)

Access to Daily Pay

Are you a caring, dependable CMA who thrives in a team-focused environment? Do you want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors every single day? Join our long-term care team and be the heart of our facility!

Certification Requirement

• Must be a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) in the state of Maryland

• Medication Technicians will not be considered for this position

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Competitive pay + shift differentials

• Paperless, quick onboarding

• Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, retirement plan, same day pay, instant access to wages, PTO, holiday pay)

• Generous employee referral program

• Consistent scheduling & supportive management

• Warm, family-like culture—residents feel like home, and you will too

• Annual performance reviews and bi-annual competitive pay review

• Support for personal well-being (EAP programs, mental health resources)

• Optimal staff-to-patient ratios to prevent burnout

• Ongoing training + growth opportunities

• Opportunities for advancement (e.g., CNA to LPN/RN pathways)

• Tuition reimbursement, training programs, and CEU support

• Strong mentorship and orientation programs

• 360 communications for staff, residents & families

• Recognition programs & employee appreciation events

What You’ll Do:

• Medication Administration

• Medication Preparation and Handling

• Record Keeping and Communication

• Assist with bathing, grooming, dressing, and mobility

• Monitor and document vital signs, intake/output, and resident behavior

• Help maintain a clean, safe, and home-like environment

• Build meaningful relationships with residents and families

• Communicate effectively with nurses, staff, and families

Requirements:

• Certified Medication Aide(CMA) in good standing with state of Maryland

• Previous experience in long-term care or senior living (preferred)

• Compassionate, reliable, and patient-centered

• Strong team player with excellent communication skills

• Able to manage physical demands and emotionally rewarding work

Make Everyday Matter.

Join a team where your care is felt, your work is valued, and your residents become like family. If you’re ready to bring comfort, dignity, and a smile to someone’s day—we’d love to meet you.

We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based based on race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, age, disability or protected veteran status. We proudly support and encourage people with military experience (active, veterans, reservists and National Guard) as well as military spouses to apply for our job opportunities.