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How much do medication assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for medication assistant in Arizona is $19.02, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $20.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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?

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 Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,554 per year, or $19 per hour.

Medication Assistant Memory Care

Peakview Assisted Living & Memory Care

Scottsdale, AZ • On-site

$19.50 - $21.55/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Salary: $19.50 - $21.55 per hour

Schedule: Full time

In this position, your main responsibilities will include:

  • Maintaining, ordering, and assisting residents with medication needs
  • Transcribing and documenting in the Medication Assistance Record.
  • Assisting residents in AL and potentially Memory Care, with activities of daily living, taking vital signs, first aid, wound care, and communication with outside health care professionals as necessary.
  • Being observant of any changes in resident physical or mental state and reporting changes to leadership.
  • Transporting residents within the community to activities, other departments, or dining.
  • Responding to emergency calls, resident and/or visitor requests, and environmental hazards in a timely, appropriate, and safe manner.

Qualifications:
Qualifications

To be successful in this position, we believe that you need the following experiences and skills.

  • High School diploma or equivalent is required
  • All state educational requirements for the position must be met.
  • CPR certification preferred.
  • Experience working with an elderly population is preferred.
  • A calm, helpful, and respectful countenance is appreciated.
  • Experience with dementia patients is helpful.

Additional Information

If you join Spectrum as a full-time team member, your story will include eligibility for medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, and other voluntary insurance options. All part-time and full-time team members are eligible to participate in our 401(k), for paid time off, holiday pay, Daily Pay and discounts through Perk Spot.

Spectrum Retirement Communities strongly encourage all team members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, however, the vaccine is not a requirement to work with us.

Spectrum Retirement, LLC and all affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability, religion, age, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Spectrum Retirement, LLC also participates in the E-verify program through the Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration.

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