Registered Medication Aide / Activities Assistant

Founded in 1966, Friendship offers diverse senior living accommodations, award-winning care, new and innovative services, as well as specialized rehab and therapy, to over 1,500 residents and patients each day. With four campuses, the earliest dating back to 1919, Friendship has grown to offer the full continuum of care, including independent living, assisted living, home care, outpatient therapy, inpatient rehab, long-term care and Alzheimer’s and memory care. As a non-profit, Friendship provides a caring community to serve a wide-range of residents including those with limited financial means. Visit friendship.us for more information.

Friendship is looking for a Registered Medication Aide / Activities Assistant to join our Friendship Adult Medical Daycare team, located in Roanoke, VA. The Registered Medication Aide & Activities Assistant will be responsible for dispensing medications per Doctor’s order as well as assist residents with activities.

Shifts Available:

• Full Time Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. - No Holidays and No Weekends Required!

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Assist participants with personal care including toileting and bathing
• Participate in development of new and interesting programs based on participant interest
• Maintain accurate records according to licensure regulations
• Comply with all requirements set forth in the individual participant care plan
• Participate in maintain an accurate care plan
• Assist with ambulation, sitting, standing with or without the use of medical equipment and toileting
• Measure and record vital signs, height and weight as required
• Lead small and large activities programs that encourage and promote independence and well-being
• Maintain a clean and safe activity area

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• RMA license in the state of Virginia required
• Adult First Aid/CPR and AED
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public
• Must have knowledge of and an interest in geriatrics; and must have a good understanding of medical terminology
• This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching all day. The employee must frequently lift or move objects weighing over 50 pounds

Benefits for Full Time Positions:

• 401(k) retirement plan along with employer match
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary insurance (additional life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness, short term disability)

Friendship values diversity. We are committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, or service in the military.