Registered Medication Aide (RMA) / Med Tech

Bentley Commons at Lynchburg; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid sick time

Paid time off

401(k)

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Employee referral program

Paid training

Retention incentives

Team-oriented environment

Meaningful work

Job summary

Bentley Commons at Lynchburg is seeking a Registered Medication Aide to join our Wellness team and provide safe, accurate medication administration and personal‑care support for our residents. You will verify identities, document administrations, and monitor residents for changes in health while collaborating with licensed nurses and other team members.

Commitment to medication safety, attention to detail, and the ability to follow complex procedures are essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active Virginia Registered Medication Aide registration.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to medication safety.
• Ability to follow provider orders, pharmacy labels, medication records, community procedures, and supervisory direction.
• Ability to recognize and promptly report medication concerns and changes in resident condition.
• Strong observation, organization, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications in accordance with provider orders, medication administration records, Virginia requirements, and community procedures
• Verify resident identity and medication information before administration
• Administer medications at the prescribed dosage and scheduled time
• Observe residents before, during, and after medication administration
• Document medications administered, withheld, omitted, unavailable, or refused
• Promptly report medication errors, adverse reactions, refusals, missed doses, or other concerns to the licensed nurse or appropriate healthcare professional
• Seek direction whenever a medication order, dosage, resident response, or circumstance is unclear
• Monitor residents for changes in physical condition, cognition, behavior, mood, appetite, mobility, or daily functioning
• Promptly report changes or concerns to the licensed nurse or appropriate supervisor
• Obtain and document vital signs or other health information when trained, determined competent, and assigned
• Maintain medication carts, medication records, supplies, and storage areas
• Ensure medications are properly stored, secured, and protected from unauthorized access
• Follow medication-count, controlled-substance, infection-control, resident-identification, and safety procedures
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, and personal hygiene
• Assist residents with walking, mobility, positioning, and transfers according to their service plans
• Respond promptly to resident requests and emergency-call systems
• Encourage residents to participate in meals, programs, and community activities
• Provide companionship, reassurance, and respectful personal support
• Document personal care and resident services accurately and promptly
• Maintain resident privacy, dignity, rights, and confidentiality
• Communicate respectfully with residents, families, nurses, providers, pharmacies, and other team members
• Participate in required orientation, medication training, competency evaluations, meetings, continuing education, and in-service training
• Complete additional duties permitted by the employee’s registration, training, demonstrated competency, supervision, and assigned role

Skills

Virginia RMA registration

Attention to detail

Follow procedures

Observation skills

English communication

Job description

About the Community

Join our Wellness team and make a meaningful difference in the daily lives of older adults.

In this role, you will administer medications, provide personal‑care assistance, observe residents for changes in condition, and maintain accurate documentation. You will work closely with licensed nurses and other Wellness team members to support resident health, safety, dignity, and quality of life.

This is a meaningful opportunity for an RMA who values medication safety and enjoys working with older adults in a resident‑centered environment.

Benefits

• Medical insurance for eligible employees
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off for eligible employees
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Employee referral program
• Paid training
• Retention incentives
• Supportive and team‑oriented work environment
• Meaningful work serving older adults

What You'll Do

• Administer medications in accordance with provider orders, medication administration records, Virginia requirements, and community procedures
• Verify resident identity and medication information before administration
• Administer medications at the prescribed dosage and scheduled time
• Observe residents before, during, and after medication administration
• Document medications administered, withheld, omitted, unavailable, or refused
• Promptly report medication errors, adverse reactions, refusals, missed doses, or other concerns to the licensed nurse or appropriate healthcare professional
• Seek direction whenever a medication order, dosage, resident response, or circumstance is unclear
• Monitor residents for changes in physical condition, cognition, behavior, mood, appetite, mobility, or daily functioning
• Promptly report changes or concerns to the licensed nurse or appropriate supervisor
• Obtain and document vital signs or other health information when trained, determined competent, and assigned
• Maintain medication carts, medication records, supplies, and storage areas
• Ensure medications are properly stored, secured, and protected from unauthorized access
• Follow medication‑count, controlled‑substance, infection‑control, resident‑identification, and safety procedures
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, and personal hygiene
• Assist residents with walking, mobility, positioning, and transfers according to their service plans
• Respond promptly to resident requests and emergency‑call systems
• Encourage residents to participate in meals, programs, and community activities
• Provide companionship, reassurance, and respectful personal support
• Document personal care and resident services accurately and promptly
• Maintain resident privacy, dignity, rights, and confidentiality
• Communicate respectfully with residents, families, nurses, providers, pharmacies, and other team members
• Participate in required orientation, medication training, competency evaluations, meetings, continuing education, and in‑service training
• Complete additional duties permitted by the employee’s registration, training, demonstrated competency, supervision, and assigned role

What We’re Looking For

• Current and valid Virginia Registered Medication Aide registration
• Registration must be active and in good standing
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to medication safety
• Ability to follow provider orders, pharmacy labels, medication records, community procedures, and supervisory direction
• Ability to recognize and promptly report medication concerns and changes in resident condition
• Strong observation, organization, and time‑management skills
• Compassionate, patient, and dependable approach to resident care
• Genuine interest in working with older adults
• Ability to communicate professionally and respectfully with residents, families, nurses, providers, pharmacies, and coworkers
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, verbally and in writing, as required to understand medication instructions, document administration, report resident changes, and respond during emergencies
• Ability to work independently within the assigned role while recognizing when nursing or provider direction is required
• Previous assisted living, memory care, long‑term care, or senior‑care experience is preferred
• Previous experience assisting residents with activities of daily living is preferred
• Basic computer skills and the ability to complete electronic documentation
• Dependable attendance and punctuality
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and remain active throughout the workday
• Ability to safely lift, transfer, push, or pull up to (physical requirement) pounds with assistance or available equipment
• Ability to successfully complete required background checks, health screenings, training, and employment requirements

Virginia Registration Requirements

• Must maintain an active Virginia Registered Medication Aide registration throughout employment
• Must have completed a Virginia Board of Nursing‑approved medication aide training program or otherwise meet Virginia registration requirements
• May only administer medications and perform related duties permitted by Virginia law, the employee’s registration, completed training, demonstrated competency, and assigned role
• Must administer medications according to the prescriber’s instructions for medication, dosage, route, and time
• Must document medication administration accurately in the resident’s record
• Must immediately document and report medication errors and adverse reactions
• Must seek clarification through the appropriate licensed healthcare professional when an order or medication instruction is unclear
• May not independently prescribe medications, change medication orders, select dosages, or make clinical medication decisions
• May not perform nursing assessments, nursing diagnoses, or duties reserved for licensed nurses
• Must complete all required continuing education and population‑specific medication training
• Must maintain documentation of required training and competency
• Must wear identification displaying the appropriate Virginia credential while working, as required
• Personal‑care duties may only be performed within the employee’s completed training, demonstrated competency, resident service plan, and assigned role

At our community, residents come first. We are looking for a Registered Medication Aide who will provide safe, accurate, respectful, and compassionate medication and personal‑care support.

We are an equal opportunity employer.