Qualified Medication Assistant (QMA) FT 6A-2P

Silver Birch Living; Hammond (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay on Demand – Access earned wages

Attendance Recognition Program

Generous PTO

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Invest in Excellence Program

Employee Emergency Assistance Fund

Career Growth Opportunities

Certified Great Place to Work® – 2024

Job summary

Silver Birch Living in Hammond, IN seeks a compassionate Qualified Medication Assistant (QMA) to support residents with medications, daily living activities, and compassionate care. You will document care, follow care plans, and collaborate with the Wellness Nurse and clinical team to maintain high-quality service.

Ideal candidates hold a current QMA certification in good standing and are willing to obtain insulin certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED.
• Current QMA certification in good standing.
• Insulin certification preferred or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to maintain required training and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with daily care needs, including ADLs, following individualized care plans.
• Administer, monitor, and document medications and treatments as directed, within your scope of practice.
• Observe residents and report changes in condition to the Wellness Nurse and clinical team.
• Document care and services accurately in the electronic health record.
• Respond promptly to call lights and resident requests.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic documentation systems

Job description

Silver Birch Living of Hammond is seeking a compassionate and dependable Qualified Medication Assistant (QMA) to join our Clinical Team. In this role, you’ll support residents’ health, safety, and daily care needs by assisting with medications and personal care. You’ll help ensure residents feel cared for, respected, and supported every day.

Why You’ll Enjoy Working at Silver Birch

At Silver Birch Living, we believe caring for others starts with caring for our team. We’re a supportive, close-knit community where kindness, teamwork, and compassion guide everything we do. Every role matters here, and we make sure our team members feel valued, appreciated, and proud of the care they provide.

• Pay on Demand – Access earned wages before payday
• Attendance Recognition Program – Rewards for reliability
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – Time to rest and recharge
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Through BlueCross BlueShield
• Invest in Excellence Program – Recognition for learning and performance
• Employee Emergency Assistance Fund – Support during unexpected challenges
• Career Growth Opportunities – Grow your career at Silver Birch Living
• Certified Great Place to Work® – 2024 & 2025

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assist residents with daily care needs, including Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), following individualized care plans
• Administer, monitor, and document medications and treatments as directed, within your scope of practice
• Observe residents and report changes in condition to the Wellness Nurse and clinical team
• Document care and services accurately in the electronic health record
• Respond promptly to call lights and resident requests
• Provide friendly, respectful customer service to residents, families, and team members
• Work closely with the Wellness team to support overall clinical operations and resident needs

What We’re Looking For

• A high school diploma or GED
• Prior healthcare or senior living experience is helpful
• A current QMA certification in good standing
• Insulin certification preferred, or willingness to obtain
• Ability to maintain required training and certifications
• A compassionate, resident-centered approach to care
• Strong communication, teamwork, and attention to detail
• Comfort using electronic documentation systems

Silver Birch Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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