Qualified Medication Aide (QMA)

The Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) role is open at University Place, a continuing care retirement community operated by Franciscan Ministries in West Lafayette, Indiana. The site provides independent living, assisted living, memory support assisted living, and skilled nursing/long-term care, plus an onsite rehabilitation clinic delivering inpatient and outpatient physical, occupational, and speech therapies.

Responsibilities

• Administer and document all medications following organizational policies and procedures.
• Oversee resident self-administration of medication in applicable cases.
• Carry out treatments in accordance with policy standards and nurse directives.
• Deliver personal care assistance to residents as directed or required.
• Monitor and report changes in residents' physical or emotional status.
• Keep the environment clean and safe for residents, visitors, and staff.
• Complete a minimum of 12 hours of in-service education annually.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Follow all policies, procedures, and updates.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Medication Aide Certification as required by state regulations.
• One or more years of caregiving or related clinical experience.

Benefits

• Compensation from $1.00 to $22.00 per hour with shift differentials.
• Group health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employer-funded health savings account.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401k match.
• Tuition assistance.
• Generous paid time off.