Certified Medication Aide
Education and Health Services
About this Career
Certified medication aide help take care of patients with mobility, giving them medications, and watch over them. They build a close relationship with their patients because they often stay with them for a period of time.
Why this Career?
Certified medication aide is a great entry level job for those that want to start their career in healthcare with short training. It has a high demand for staff in hospitals, and it has a growth potential to climb in your career.
Pay & Outlook
- Entry Pay
- $15–$17
- Experienced Pay
- $22–$22
- Annual Openings
- 3,171
Work Environment
- Interact with people
Requirements
- Short-term training
- Certification / License
- Drug test
- Background check
Need a state-issued license or certification