How much does a Medication Aide make in New York? The average Medication Aide salary in New York is $43,300 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $40,100 and $47,900. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Medication Aide Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Medication Aide Salary $37,187 NY March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Medication Aide Salary $40,100 NY March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Medication Aide Salary $43,300 NY March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Medication Aide Salary $47,900 NY March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Medication Aide Salary $52,088 NY March 26, 2024
25% $40,100 10% $37,187 90% $52,088 75% $47,900 $43,300 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Medication Aide ensures residents receive the proper dosage, timing, and delivery method for prescribed medications. Assists residents in taking prescribed medications. Being a Medication Aide follows all relevant prescription instructions, documentation, and safety procedures. Educates residents on proper methods and timing of medications. In addition, Medication Aide 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. Being a Medication Aide works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Working as a Medication Aide typically requires 1-3 years of related experience, or may need 0 years of experience with additional specialized training and/or certification. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Brentwood, NY Avg. Salary $44,391 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Clay, NY Avg. Salary $40,297 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Henrietta, NY Avg. Salary $39,891 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Huntington, NY Avg. Salary $46,215 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Levittown, NY Avg. Salary $44,472 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Nassau, NY Avg. Salary $44,472 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location New Suffolk, NY Avg. Salary $43,864 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Accord, NY Avg. Salary $43,296 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acra, NY Avg. Salary $41,188 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adams, NY Avg. Salary $40,094 Date Updated March 26, 2024