QMA Qualified Medication Aide

Miller's Health Systems; Walkerton (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Miller's Health Systems is seeking a Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) to provide essential care and medication administration to patients. This role requires certification in Indiana and a passion for serving others. Ideal candidates will have experience in long-term care and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Certified in the State of Indiana.
• Successful completion of required training courses.
• Experience in long-term care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic care to patients and assist in daily activities.
• Administer medications and record documentation.
• Report changes in patients' conditions to nursing staff.

Skills

Communication

Professional appearance

Teamwork

Education

Qualified Medication Assistant certification

Resident Care Assistant training

60-hour Qualified Medication Assistant course

40-hour practicum

Job description

Job Description

Are you friendly, passionate about serving others, and want a job where you can make a difference each day? If this sounds like you, then becoming a Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) at Miller’s Health Systems might be the right step for you!

As a QMA, you provide basic care to patients and assist them in their daily activities. You administer medications to patients and record related documentation. You watch for changes in your patients and quickly report them to the team of nurses that work with you. You collect and record information vital to the patients’ conditions and treatment.

Apply if you are:

• Certified in the State of Indiana
• Passionate about serving others
• Able to work with a dedicated team
• Professional appearance and behavior

Qualifications:

1. Successful completion of Resident Care Assistant and Medication Assistant Training courses.
2. Successful completion of the 60-hour Qualified Medication Assistant course and the 40-hour practicum.
3. Pass the Qualified Medication Assistant exam.
4. Certified as a Qualified Medication Assistant by the State of Indiana.
5. Registered with State Department of Public Instruction.
6. Meet all qualifications for Nurse Assistant.
7. Proven ability and experience as a resident care assistant.
8. Experience in long-term care preferred.
9. Follow instructions.
10. Communicate verbally and in writing.
11. Be neat, well-groomed, and professional.
12. Pass the physical examination required at employment.

Exposure Category: CATEGORY I: Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.

Additional Information:

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.