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Good Samaritan

Medication Assistant

Albion, NE

$18.50 - $23.75/hr

Minimum of 30 hours per month One weekend shift per month Job Summary The Medication Assistant (MA) serves as caregiver who provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to ...

Good Samaritan

Medication Assistant

Albion, NE

$18.50 - $23.75/hr

Hotel Discounts Job Summary The Medication Assistant (MA) serves as caregiver who provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned residents under the supervision of a ...

Good Samaritan

Medication Assistant

Albion, NE · On-site

$18.50 - $23.75/hr

Hotel Discounts Job Summary The Medication Assistant (MA) serves as caregiver who provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned residents under the supervision of a ...

Good Samaritan

Medication Assistant

Albion, NE · On-site

$18.50 - $23.75/hr

Minimum of 30 hours per month One weekend shift per month Job Summary The Medication Assistant (MA) serves as caregiver who provides resident-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to ...

Highgate Senior Living

Medication Assistant

Billings, MT · On-site

$17.75 - $23/hr

Medication Assistant Love your work. Join our team. A community, not a facility. As thought leaders in the industry, we take a positive, holistic approach to senior care and encourage independence ...

Highgate Senior Living

Medication Assistant

Bozeman, MT · On-site

$18.25 - $23.75/hr

Medication Assistant Love your work. Join our team. A community, not a facility. As thought leaders in the industry, we take a positive, holistic approach to senior care and encourage independence ...

Highgate Senior Living

Medication Assistant

Wenatchee, WA · On-site

$19.50 - $25/hr

Medication Assistant Love your work. Join our team. A community, not a facility. As thought leaders in the industry, we take a positive, holistic approach to senior care and encourage independence ...

Highgate Senior Living

Medication Assistant

Yakima, WA · On-site

$18 - $23.25/hr

Medication Assistant Love your work. Join our team. A community, not a facility. As thought leaders in the industry, we take a positive, holistic approach to senior care and encourage independence ...

Legacy Village

Medication Assistant

Douglasville, GA

$16 - $20.75/hr

As a Medication Assistant, you'll play a vital role in ensuring residents receive their medications safely and compassionately-while upholding the dignity, privacy, and well-being of every individual ...

Atria Senior Living

Medication Assistant

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$21 - $25.20/hr

The Medication Assistant monitors the medication management program and assists with oversight of activity in the medication room under the supervision of the Wellness Manager. This individual ...

Atria Senior Living

Medication Assistant

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$21 - $25.20/hr

The Medication Assistant monitors the medication management program and assists with oversight of activity in the medication room under the supervision of the Wellness Manager. This individual ...

Atria Senior Living

Medication Assistant

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$21.25 - $27.50/hr

Responsibilities The Medication Assistant monitors the medication management program and assists with oversight of activity in the medication room under the supervision of the Wellness Manager. This ...

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How much do medication assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for medication assistant in the United States is $20.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Medication Assistants?

Medication Assistants are healthcare professionals trained to assist licensed nurses in administering medications to patients, typically in long-term care facilities, nursing homes, or assisted living settings. They follow strict protocols and work under the supervision of registered nurses or licensed practical nurses. Their duties may include preparing, distributing, and documenting medications, as well as monitoring patients for side effects. Medication Assistants play a key role in ensuring that patients receive their medications safely and accurately.

What Is a Medication Assistant?

A medication assistant administers medications and assists nurses in providing care to patients in a hospital or other care facility. As a medication assistant, your job duties include following instructions and documenting dosages and timing. The qualifications necessary for becoming a medication assistant include four months of training and 140 hours of experience in a supervised clinical setting before beginning your career. Once you gain the proper certification, you can work as a certified nursing assistant (CNA). The skills necessary for success beyond basic training include communication and interpersonal skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Medication Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Medication Assistant, you need a solid understanding of medication administration, basic medical knowledge, and a relevant certification or completion of a state-approved training program. Familiarity with electronic medication administration records (eMAR), automated dispensing systems, and basic medical equipment is typically required. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective communication are vital soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure accurate medication delivery, patient safety, and efficient collaboration with healthcare teams.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Medication Assistant in a healthcare facility?

As a Medication Assistant, your daily tasks typically include preparing, administering, and documenting medications under the supervision of a licensed nurse. You’ll also monitor patients for side effects or reactions, communicate changes in patient condition to nursing staff, and maintain accurate medication records. Collaboration with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare team members is essential to ensure patient safety and effective care. The role often involves working in fast-paced environments like assisted living facilities or long-term care centers, requiring attention to detail and strong communication skills.
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Infographic showing various Medication Assistant job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,446 per year, or $20.4 per hour.

Medication Assistant

The Eliot at Erie Station

Middletown, NY

$17/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Medication Assistant
Medication Assistant Overview: Our Medication Assistant will provide personal care services, assistance, support and supervision to residents. Administer routine medications to resident in accordance with state regulations.
Medication Assistant Responsibilities:
  • Follow the assistance plan in providing services to residents.
  • Assist in the development and updating of each resident's assistance plan.
  • Dispense all prescribed medication as ordered by the physician.
  • Maintain an accurate Medication Administration Record.
  • Maintain and count an accurate Controlled Substance Record.
  • Inform Administration of any change in a resident’s condition.
  • Follow up with pharmacy to ensure in proper and expedited delivery of all medication
  • Monitor health, safety and well-being of the residents.
  • Document information pertaining to changes in residents' functional status, personal needs, appointments, etc.
  • Assist in keeping the environment safe for residents.
  • Report concerns about residents to Administration.
  • Respond to resident emergencies; provide first-aid assistance and arrange for appropriate medical attention/follow-up.
  • Arrange for transportation services for transfers.
  • Identify supplies needed to perform tasks
  • Practice safety in working around and with equipment, chemicals, tools and utensils.
  • Carry out other duties as assigned
  • Establish and maintain constructive working relationships with coworkers, residents, families and visitors.
  • Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, facility operations and personnel.

Medication Assistant Qualifications
  • High school diploma or GED, with reading, comprehension and writing ability at 12th-grade level or higher