ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Medication Aide Assisted Living Jobs (NOW HIRING)

previous pagenext page

Showing results 21-40

All JobsMedication Aide Assisted Living Jobs

Medication Aide Assisted Living information

See salary details

$11

$18

$24

How much do medication aide assisted living jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for medication aide assisted living in the United States is $18.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.71 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are common challenges faced by medication aides assisted living, and how can they be managed?

Medication Aides in assisted living facilities often encounter challenges such as managing multiple residents' medication schedules, ensuring accuracy under time constraints, and handling residents who may resist taking their medications. To manage these challenges, it's important to stay organized, double-check medication records, and communicate effectively with nursing staff and residents. Building rapport with residents and being patient can also help address resistance and ensure compliance with medication regimens.

What is the difference between Medication Aide Assisted Living vs Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)?

AspectMedication Aide Assisted LivingCertified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
CertificationsMedication Aide certification, state-specificCNA certification, state-specific
Work EnvironmentAssisted living facilities, focusing on medication administrationHospitals, nursing homes, assisted living, providing basic patient care
Job ResponsibilitiesAdministering medications, monitoring residents' healthAssisting with daily activities, basic health monitoring

Medication Aide Assisted Living professionals primarily focus on medication management within assisted living facilities, requiring specific medication administration certifications. CNAs provide broader patient care across various settings, including hospitals and nursing homes. While both roles support residents' health, Medication Aides specialize in medication-related tasks, making them distinct in scope and certification requirements.

What is a medication aide assisted living?

Medication Aides in Assisted Living are healthcare professionals responsible for assisting residents with the administration of their prescribed medications. They work under the supervision of licensed nurses and ensure that medications are given at the correct times and dosages, following all relevant regulations. Their duties may also include documenting medication administration, observing residents for side effects, and communicating any concerns to nursing staff. Medication Aides play a vital role in promoting the health and well-being of residents in assisted living facilities.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a medication aide assisted living?

To thrive as a Medication Aide in Assisted Living, you need a strong understanding of medication administration, basic healthcare practices, and typically a state-approved certification or completed training program. Familiarity with electronic medication administration records (eMARs), automated dispensing systems, and basic medical equipment is often required. Attention to detail, empathy, strong communication, and reliability are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills and qualifications ensure the safe, accurate delivery of medications and support the overall well-being and trust of residents in assisted living environments.
More about Medication Aide Assisted Living jobs
What cities are hiring for Medication Aide Assisted Living jobs? Cities with the most Medication Aide Assisted Living job openings:
What states have the most Medication Aide Assisted Living jobs? States with the most job openings for Medication Aide Assisted Living jobs include:
What job categories do people searching Medication Aide Assisted Living jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Medication Aide Assisted Living jobs are:
Medication Aide Assisted Living jobs near you
Infographic showing various Medication Aide Assisted Living job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,953 per year, or $18.2 per hour.

Certified Medication Aide- Assisted Living

Park Springs

Stone Mountain, GA • On-site

$14.50 - $18/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Certified Medication Aide

Type: PRN

Shift: 12 hour shift

Location : Park Springs

Benefits: 401(k) matching, Dental insurance, Health insurance, Paid time off, Vision insurance

Weekly day range: Monday to Friday, Weekend availability

The Care Partner/Certified Medication Aide assists with the administration of medications. Participates in health maintenance activities that do not include complex activities of daily living. The Care Partner provides person-directed duties consistent with enabling Members to achieve their goals and live life to the fullest. In the Model of Care the Care Partner is responsible for meeting the needs of personal services, facilitate and initiate group and individual social, emotional and cognitive engagement and activities of daily living. Care Partner offers limited health maintenance activities.

Essential Job Duties:
  • Assists members with dressing, grooming, eating, bathing, positioning, turning, and toileting as needed.
  • Collection of limited specimen types as instructed.
  • Reports and records observations daily, by end of shift.
  • Answers call lights promptly.
  • Changes bed linens, Laundry, makes beds and keeps rooms spot clean and orderly.
  • Provides the highest level of persondirected care, honoring and respecting Members rights to make choices regarding their daily lives, activities, and medical care.
  • Uphold the Model of Care in the Households, ensuring that all team members are providing persondirected care at all times.
  • Understands the common classifications of medications.
  • Recognition of side effects and adverse reactions for specific medications.
  • Follows infection control procedures relative to providing assistance with medications.
  • Proper documentation and record keeping and assistance in administration as well as with proper medication storage and disposal i.e.,
  • Check and safely prepare
  • Check and administer
  • Check and document medication assistance of administration
  • Notify LPN of any adverse reactions/issues with medication
  • Administers medication based on state CMA guidelines and within the Assisted Living regulatory provisions.
  • Adheres to all HIPPA guidelines.
    • Other Duties:
  • Maintains safe and sanitary work stations and equipment.
  • Encourages independence and facilitate meaningful activities, ongoing engagement, and one on one engagement.
  • Attends inservice training and education session, as assigned.
  • Performs all other specific work duties and responsibilities as assigned by Guide.
    • HOSPITALITY FOCUS:

    Park Springs fully embraces a culture of hospitality. To that end, we include the following hospitality promises as a guide for our interpersonal interactions with members, co-workers, and guests:

  • We greet members, employees and guests warmly, by name and with a smile.
  • We treat everyone with courteous respect.
  • We strive to anticipate member, employee and guest needs and act accordingly.
  • We listen and respond enthusiastically in a timely manner.
  • We hold ourselves and one another accountable.
  • We embrace and value our differences.
  • We make members, employees and guests feel important.
  • We ask “Is there anything else I can do for you?”
  • We maintain high levels of professionalism, both in conduct and appearance, at all times.
  • We pay attention to details.
    • WELLNESS FOCUS:

    Park Springs employees are expected to promote a healthy community culture for all members and employees. This is a whole-person approach to health and wellness which includes eight dimensions of wellness: Emotional, Environmental, Health Services, Intellectual, Physical, Social, Spiritual and Vocational. Through these efforts we can ensure and exceed members’ wellness needs relating to their mind, body and soul, which may also have a positive effect on the employees, as a result.

    QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Successful completion of a Certified Medication Aide program. With verifiable state licensure
  • Ability to understand and follow instructions in English, communicates effectively, and performs simple arithmetic. Ability to document care given.
    • PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:

    Frequent standing, stooping, bending, stretching, squatting; may be exposed to blood and body fluids which may contain HIV and/or HBV; must be able to transport members via wheelchair or shower chair, pushing up to 150 lbs. unassisted. Must be able to transfer, turn and position a member weighing up to 125 lbs. utilizing assistance when needed. Must be able to stoop, bend, stretch, squat, stand, and walk for up to 90% of the work day. May be subjected to offensive odors and combative behavior. Must be able to reach above your head occasionally. Must be able to push a dietary cart up to 40 lbs. unassisted. Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 lbs. frequently and 50 lbs. occasionally.

Apply