Qualified Medication Aide (QMA)

Otterbein; Franklin (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

CNA classes provided

Tuition reimbursement

Promotion from within

Employee discounts

Job summary

Otterbein SeniorLife in Indiana is seeking a Qualified Medication Aide to join our compassionate team. You will administer medications as ordered, observe residents, and document changes while providing care in line with person-centered goals.

This role offers full-time and part-time shifts with competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth. We value teamwork, continuous training, and a culture that promotes from within, with state-of-the-art communities and strong

Qualifications

• CPR certification required.
• Active QMA certification.
• Must have completed a state-approved medication administration training program.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be 21 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with preparing and administering medications ordered by the physician.
• Observe residents functioning, maintain written records of observations, and report any changes.
• Provide personal care services of residents and assistance in all activities of daily living as needed.
• Answer medical alert calls in a prompt and polite manner.
• Attend initial training, in-service training sessions, and staff conferences upon request.

Skills

Organize & prioritize

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Patience & resilience

Education

CPR certification

QMA certification

Medication administration training

HS diploma or GED

Age 21+

Job description

Join Otterbein SeniorLife – a place that ignites your passion. You’ll find days filled with opportunities and memorable experiences. Become part of a team dedicated to caring for others. Career opportunities available for RNs, LPNs, CNAs, Culinary, Maintenance, Accounting, Sales, Marketing, and more.

Where Purpose Lives

Working Together for the Residents

At Otterbein, you are not just an “employee”; you are a partner in care. We believe in working together toward a common goal. Our focus is on person-centered care that honors both residents and their choices. Join a community of talented, kind, wise, funny, spirited, generous, and endearing individuals, among many other wonderful qualities.

What Makes a Meaningful, Rewarding Career?

It’s when you become a part of something bigger. You’re advancing and growing. You’re making a positive impact on the lives of others. It’s when you discover what you were born to do. It’s where you want to be. That’s Otterbein.

Life at Otterbein is progressive, supportive, fun, and inspiring.

• Medical insurance with free virtual doctor visits
• Vision and dental insurance
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Life insurance
• 401(k)/403(b) with company match
• Employee-sponsored fund for employees in need
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  *Benefits may vary based on position and location.
• Person-centered care
• Low staff-to-resident ratio
• Modern, state-of-the-art communities
• Top-quality equipment
• Safety programs in place
• Online employee platform for peer recognition and engagement
• And more!
• Company-paid CNA classes
• Training programs
• Strong “promote from within” philosophy
• Locations in Ohio, Indiana, and Michigan

We are looking for a Qualified Medication Aide to join our team.

At Otterbein, you’re more than an employee, you’re a Partner in Caring. Together, we work side by side toward a shared goal: delivering person-centered care that respects every resident and the choices they make.

Whether in our vibrant communities, our welcoming small house neighborhoods, Home Health, Hospice or Home Office, we provide the highest level of compassionate, quality care.

Join our team of Partners who are talented, kind, wise, funny, spirited, generous, endearing, and truly one-of-a-kind.

Status: Full-Time 3rd, Part-Time 1st & 3rd

Pay: Starting from $19.50 Based on experience and $3.00 2nd and $3.00 3rd Shift Differential

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with preparing and administering medications ordered by the physician
• Observe residents functioning, maintain written records of observations, and report any changes
• Provide personal care services of residents and assistance in all activities of daily living as needed
• Answer medical alert calls in a prompt and polite manner.
• Attend initial training, in-service training sessions, and staff conferences upon request

Skills:

• Ability to organize and prioritize daily, weekly, and monthly tasks in order to meet deadlines
• Attention to detail and possess problem solving skills
• Self-motivated
• Patience and fortitude to deal with various mental conditions of elderly residents

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience:

• Valid CPR certification
• Active QMA certification
• Must have successfully completed a state-approved medication administration training program
• High school diploma or GED required
• Must be 21 years or older

Other:

• Must be passionate for the senior generation
• A criminal history background check that conforms to the Health Care Worker Background Check Act will be conducted

We offer a competitive hiring package: flexible scheduling, shift differentials, $0.50 meals, retirement plan with generous match, and a GREAT work atmosphere.

BENEFITS*

• Medical Insurance with free virtual doctor visits
• Pet Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) that accrues immediately from day one
• Paid Holidays for a healthy work-life balance
• Access to DailyPay, enabling you to access up to 100% of your earned wages on a daily basis
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per year for ANY field of study
• Tuition Discounts through exclusive partnerships with the University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College
• Employee-Sponsored Crisis Fund available for those facing unforeseen challenges
• Legal & Identity Theft Protection

Growth & Development

• University Partnerships with University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College for exclusive tuition discounts
• Multiple Partner Discounts available for various products and services through Access Perks
• Access to 1,000s of hours of personal and professional development material through RightNow Media @ Work

Some benefits, including PTO and tuition reimbursement, are based on hours worked and do not apply to PRN status.

For more than 100 years, Otterbein has provided senior housing options rooted in respect and community. We’re a non-profit 501(c)(3) health and human service organization, so our values and initiatives are focused on serving our residents.

Otterbein SeniorLife consists of lifestyle communities, revolutionary small house neighborhoods, home health, and hospice care in Ohio and Indiana. We offer different lifestyle options for seniors through independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in-home care, and hospice services.

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