Licensed Medication Tech
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- Location
- Salem, Virginia
- Work type
- Onsite
- Compensation
- $44,720 - $55,598/yr
- Posted
- yesterday
- Apply on
- facilityjobs-acadiahealthcare.icims.com
About this role
We're looking for a Licensed Medication Aide to support our nursing department. Candidate should have 2-3 years experience as a medication aide and be ready to pass meds after training.
Shift: Days Full Time, Three - 8 hour days, One - 12 hour day.
Range: 21.50 to 26.73 dependent on years of experience.
Summary
As a Behavioral Health Associate, you play a vital role in keeping our patients safe while supporting their recovery every day. You will provide hands on care and compassionate support in a structured, team focused environment where your work truly matters. If you are looking for meaningful work, consistent hours, and a place where you can grow, this is an opportunity to build a career while making a real difference.
We have FUN at work!
- Monthly drawings
- Monthly events
- Monthly snacks/treats
- Employee of the Month/Quarter/Year with gifts/treats
- Spirit Weeks and more!
Career Advancement Opportunities Available!
Benefits
Full Time
- Medical (three tiers)
- Dental
- Vision
- STD (employer paid)
- LTD
- Life Insurance (employer paid)
- 401k
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 10 eight-hour Vacation Days
- 24 hours Personal Time
- 6 eight-hour Sick Days
- 6 eight-hour Extended Sick Days
- Paid holidays (if you work the holiday or not!)
- 1.5x your hourly rate for working a recognized holidays
Criminal History
We’re licensed through the Department of Behavioral Health and Development Services, which means we follow their standards for criminal history and hiring criteria. If you have a criminal history, please review the barrier crimes to ensure that you’re eligible for employment at our facility.
https://dbhds.virginia.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Attachment-2-Barrier-Crimes-01_23.pdf
MTRGS
What You Will Do
- Provide direct patient care under the direction of clinical or nursing leadership
- Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment
- Demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional approach with patients and team members
- Address patient concerns promptly and respectfully to support satisfaction and safety
- Recognize and respond to patient needs with safety as a top priority
What You Bring
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Six months of experience working with a similar patient population preferred
- CPR and de escalation and restraint certification required. Training provided upon hire
- First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements
While this job description reflects the typical requirements of the role, responsibilities may evolve based on business needs.
We are committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants regardless of any characteristic protected by applicable laws.