How much does a Certified Medication Aide (CMA) make in Louisiana? The average Certified Medication Aide (CMA) salary in Louisiana is $34,700 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $31,900 and $38,200. 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.

Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Salary $29,351 LA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Salary $31,900 LA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Salary $34,700 LA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Salary $38,200 LA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Salary $41,387 LA March 26, 2024
25% $31,900 10% $29,351 90% $41,387 75% $38,200 $34,700 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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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Abbeville, LA Avg. Salary $33,052 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Abita Springs, LA Avg. Salary $34,912 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acme, LA Avg. Salary $31,666 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Addis, LA Avg. Salary $34,657 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aimwell, LA Avg. Salary $31,666 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Akers, LA Avg. Salary $34,839 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albany, LA Avg. Salary $34,365 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alexandria, LA Avg. Salary $31,957 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ama, LA Avg. Salary $35,131 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Amelia, LA Avg. Salary $34,365 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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