Trained Medication Assistant

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• Posted on September 10, 2026

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Arlington, VA , USA

• On-site
• Nursing
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: TRAIN
  008494

Come join our awesome team as a Trained Medication Assistant (T.M.A) at Mary Marshall Assisted Living. We're offering a great work environment! Discover why Volunteers of America National Services has been recognized as a Great Place to Work® for seven consecutive years! Our employees share that their work holds special meaning—it’s more than “just a job.”

Mary Marshall is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare affiliate of the Volunteers of America parent organization.

Salary: $19.60 - $21.85 per hour based on previous experience.

Schedules: 7:00 AM-3:30 PM

The primary purpose of the TMA is to administer prescribed medications and limited topical treatments to residents under direct supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse per state/federal regulations. Perform routine resident care duties delegated by the registered nurse or licensed practical nurse per state/federal regulation, to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of residents. Maintains all required documentation for medication and treatment administration.

TMA reports any noted changes in the resident as they are noted. These services are in compliance with all state and federal regulations and policies and procedures by the facility.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Registered or certified as a nursing assistant.
• Completion of a state approved training program in medication administration with certificate received.
• Effective communicator with staff, families and outside agencies.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action and as delegated by the licensed nurse or registered nurse in compliance with all state/federal requirements.
• Judgment and ability to know when to notify the licensed nurse.
• Ability to prioritize duties.
• Customer service oriented with knowledge of successful customer service techniques.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Administration of medications and treatments as delegated by a licensed nurse.
• Follows all shift routines, policy and procedures regarding measuring of vital signs, weights and administration of medications and treatments.
• Follows facility medication protocols.
• Obtain report, getting full information on residents’ conditions and new orders.
• Confer with team members concerning assignments, routines, and rehabilitation of residents. Discuss with charge nurse any necessary changes.
• Prepare, administer and chart medications accurately, timely and safely according to policy and procedures. Count narcotics accurately with another RN, LPN or TMA.
• Performs non-invasive treatments as directed (i.e.: ointments, eye drops, ear drops, rectal…