Job Overview
Job description
- Salary:
- USD 21 - 28 per hour
- Location:
- 400 Clocktower Ridge Dr, Winchester, VA 22603
- Work arrangement:
- On-site
Role Summary
The Village at Orchard Ridge– Where Certified Medication Technician Supports Wellness, Every Day!
Job Title: Certified Medication Aide
Job Type: PRN
Shifts: 12-Hour Shift
At The Village at Orchard Ridge, we know that exceptional care starts with compassionate, skilled team members. As a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) , you’ll play a vital part in our residents’ daily lives—ensuring safe medication administration and assisting with their care needs. Each shift is an opportunity to bring comfort, reassurance, and a personal connection to our seniors, while advancing your own career in a supportive, team-focused environment.
Why You'll LOVE Working with Us!
- Purposeful Work: Make a real impact by helping residents maintain their health and independence through accurate, timely medication administration.
- Team Spirit: Collaborate with nurses, caregivers, and a supportive interdisciplinary team that appreciates your attention to detail and dedication.
- Flexible Scheduling: Select from full-time or PRN shifts to fit your life and commitments.
- Competitive Pay: Benefit from shift differentials and compensation that recognizes your skills and dedication.
- Positive Culture: Grow in a workplace that values your unique talents and supports your professional development.
Responsibilities
- Administer medications with precision and care during overnight hours
- Monitor residents’ well-being and respond to their needs with compassion
- Maintain accurate medication records and ensure compliance at all times
- Communicate clearly with families and healthcare teams as needed
- Support residents with empathy, kindness, and professionalism—making their nights safe and comfortable
Requirements
- Active Certified Medication Aide certification (in good standing)
- High school diploma or equivalent
- At least one year of hands-on experience as a CMA, preferably in a dynamic healthcare setting
- Expertise in safe, accurate medication administration
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities
- Compassionate, caring approach to resident care
- Comfort with electronic health records and technology
- At The Village at Orchard Ridge, you’re not just a Medication Aide—you’re a trusted caregiver, a source of comfort, and a valued member of a community that puts resident well-being first.
- Ready to make a difference? Apply today and join a team that values YOU!
- Role:
- Certified Medication Aide, CMA
Company profile
National Lutheran Communities & Services
nationallutheran.orgNational Lutheran Communities & Services (NLCS) is a family of retirement communities and services supporting older adults throughout Maryland and Virginia, with offices in Frederick, Maryland. Since 1890, its mission has been to honor, inspire and support choice and opportunity in partnership with older adults. What began as a small cottage for seniors in Washington, D.C. now includes communities such as The Village at Rockville, a skilled nursing community. Rooted in the Lutheran expression of faith, NLCS welcomes people of all beliefs and backgrounds.