Certified Medicine Aide

Overview

Lorien Columbia is now hiring Certified Medicine Aides (CMAs — not Certified Medical Assistants) to join our award-winning healthcare team! Discover why Lorien is more than a nursing home or assisted living community—we’re a place where compassion, teamwork, and professional growth thrive. If you’re passionate about resident care and want to be part of an organization that truly values its people, apply today and start making a difference!

💰 Competitive Pay

• $20.00 – $24.00 per hour (based on experience)

• Shift differentials available

• Same Day Pay for all employees

🎯 Full-Time Benefits Package

• PTO: 80 hours vacation + 40 hours sick time (rollover available)

• Personal Days

• 7 Paid Major Holidays (Double time when worked)

• CareFirst Medical Insurance

• Tuition Assistance

• HRA Fund

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

🌟 Employee Perks & Rewards

• Employee discounts

• Earn points, earn rewards program

• Attendance incentives

• Referral bonus program

• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Responsibilities

As a Certified Medicine Aide, you will:

• Administer medications to residents accurately and safely under established guidelines
• Document medication administration and report any changes or concerns promptly
• Observe residents for side effects, adverse reactions, or changes in condition
• Work closely with nurses and the care team to ensure high-quality resident care
• Follow all safety, infection control, and medication administration protocols
• Provide compassionate, respectful care while supporting residents’ daily needs
• Maintain organization and efficiency in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Communicate clearly with residents and team members

Qualifications

Status: FT, PT or PRN

Shift: Day, Evening, Night

✅ Must have an active Certified Medicine Aide (CMA) certification with the Maryland Board of Nursing

Located in the heart of Howard County, MD, Lorien Columbia is proud to be the flagship location of Lorien Health Services and has been serving the community since 1977. Our facility offers a full range of services, including skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and outpatient therapy, and is home to the only Korean nursing unit in Howard County. 

With 215 beds across five nursing units — and plans to expand with a new unit — Lorien Columbia continues to grow while staying true to its mission of providing exceptional care. 

Nationally Recognized: Since 2020, we’ve been named one of the Top Nursing Homes in Maryland by Newsweek Magazine, a testament to our dedication to quality care and innovation. 

Join a team with a legacy of excellence and a future full of opportunity at Lorien Columbia. 

Lorien Health Services is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.