How much does a Resident Medication Assistant make in Houston, TX? The average Resident Medication Assistant salary in Houston, TX is $40,771 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $37,740 and $45,129. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Resident Medication Assistant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Resident Medication Assistant Salary $34,981 Houston,TX April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Resident Medication Assistant Salary $37,740 Houston,TX April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Resident Medication Assistant Salary $40,771 Houston,TX April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Resident Medication Assistant Salary $45,129 Houston,TX April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Resident Medication Assistant Salary $49,097 Houston,TX April 24, 2024
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Job Description for Resident Medication Assistant

Resident Medication Assistant assists residents in taking prescribed medications. Ensures residents receive the proper dosage, timing, and delivery method for prescribed medications. Being a Resident Medication Assistant educates residents on proper methods and timing of medications. Follows all relevant prescription instructions, documentation, and safety procedures. Additionally, Resident Medication Assistant reports any anomilies or changes in the patient related to the medication. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a registered nurse or manager. The Resident Medication Assistant works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Resident Medication Assistant typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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  • Overview. Certified Medication Aide (CMA). Trinity Terrace is a beautiful and vibrant senior living community that has been serving Fort Worth seniors for ...
    - 14 Days Ago
  • Big Spring, Tx. . Lamun-Lusk-Sanchez Texas State Home. is. seeking a compassionate and dedicated. Certified Medication Aide to join our team. We look forw
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  • Location: Floresville, Texas. . Frank M. Tejeda Texas State Veterans Home. is. seeking a compassionate and dedicated. Certified Medication Aide to join our...
    - 3 Days Ago
  • William R. Courtney TSVH. 1424 Martin Luther King Jr Lane. Temple TX 76504. . William R. Courtney Texas State Veterans Home. is. seeking a compassionate an...
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  • Location: Bandera, Texas. . Bandera Nursing & Rehabilitation. is. seeking a compassionate and dedicated. Certified Medication Aide to join our team. We loo
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Resident Medication Assistant salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Resident Medication Assistant, the highest Resident Medication Assistant salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Resident Medication Assistant salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Resident Medication Assistant salary is in Miami, FL, where the Resident Medication Assistant salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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About Houston, Texas    Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city....More

Houston, Texas  area prices were up 2.3% from a year ago    View the Cost of Living in Houston, Texas

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Skills associated with Resident Medication Assistant: Patient Monitoring, HIPAA Compliance, Medical Record Keeping, Administer Medication ...More