Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Salary in the United States

Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Salary

How much does a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) make in the United States? The average Certified Medication Aide (CMA) salary in the United States is $36,500 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $33,600 and $40,100. 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.

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10th Percentile Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Salary $30,960 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Salary $33,600 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Salary $36,500 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Salary $40,100 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Salary $43,378 US March 26, 2024
25% $33,600 10% $30,960 90% $43,378 75% $40,100 $36,500 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Certified Medication Aide (CMA) verifies identity of patient receiving medication and records name of drug, dosage, and time of administration on specified forms or records. Administers prescribed medications to patients and maintains related medical records under immediate supervision. Being a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) requires a high school diploma or its equivalent and certified as a Medication Technician. Takes vital signs or observes patient to detect response to medication. In addition, Certified Medication Aide (CMA) typically reports to a registered nurse or manager. Certified Medication Aide (CMA)'s years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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