Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) up to $21/hr

ShiftKey; Bartlett (TX); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Daily or weekly pay

Access to healthcare benefits

Life Insurance

Job summary

A healthcare services provider is seeking Qualified Medication Aides (QMAs) in Texas to support physicians and nurses. This role allows you to build your own schedule, work as much or as little as you like, and provides opportunities for immediate extra income. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and a valid QMA license. Responsibilities include dispensing medications, recording dosages, and assisting with resident care. Enjoy flexibility and daily pay options working with ShiftKey.

Qualifications

• Experience in assisting physicians and nurses.
• Ability to observe residents for symptoms related to medication.
• Knowledge of medication administration procedures.

Responsibilities

• Dispense medications per physician's order.
• Record medication dosages in MAR.
• Observe residents for medication side effects.
• Assist with resident care as needed.

Skills

Assisting with medication administration

Patient care

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid QMA license in Texas

Job description

Build your own schedule. Take control of your career. Looking for QMA jobs that fit your life? If you're tired of having no control over your schedule or just want to earn more money, PRN shifts could be what you're looking for! ShiftKey enables independent Qualified Medication Aides like you to bid on per diem QMA shifts posted by a vast network of Healthcare Facilities—all based on criteria you select. Choose the facilities you want, on days you want, and bid the rate you want.

Why ShiftKey

• Better work/life balance - Don't want to work nights? Need Mondays off? Only want to work once in a while? No problem. Use ShiftKey to work as little or as much as you like.
• Extra income - Use ShiftKey to pick up shifts whenever you need a little extra money, even if you have another job. Get paid the next day with a PayCard or go with weekly direct deposit.
• Pick the right environment for you - PRN shifts are a great way to experience a variety of facilities.

ShiftKey partners with Stride Health to allow healthcare professionals who use the ShiftKey App to access Stride's portable benefits platform for affordable healthcare options such as:

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance

Role Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED.
• A valid QMA license in the state of Texas.

About the Role

You know better than anyone that QMAs are essential members of a facility's medical team. Your role is to assist physicians and nurses with administrative tasks and basic patient care to keep everything running smoothly. Here are a few things you might do:

• Dispense oral and topical medications to residents per physician's order.
• Record medications given and their dosages in the nurse's medication administration record (MAR) chart.
• Observe residents for symptoms and conditions that could be related to medication interactions, adverse drug reactions, or medication side effects.
• Assist with resident care as needed.

What ShiftKey Users Have to Say

"This was one of the best choices I've made as a nurse. I love the freedom I have now!!" - LVN, Dallas, TX

"Amazing! You make your own schedule. You get daily pay or weekly. And they always respond when you need them." - CNA, Springfield, TN

"I've been using ShiftKey for years. It's a very good way to work. The people and facilities are respectful and helpful." - CNA, Kansas City, MO