Medication Aide (Memory Care)
How this pay compares
This posting states $16–$17 an hour. Open medication aide jobs in New York post a median of $17 an hour, the middle half $16.75–$17.25, across 7 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Medication aides employed in New York earn a median of $23.36 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
About the job
Schedule: Full Time
Salary: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour, based on experience.
Shift differential also available for Evenings, Nights and Weekend Shifts
Benefits
- Generous PTO
- Paid Holidays and Floating Holidays
- Aetna Health Insurance, including medical, dental, and vision
- Child Care Reimbursement
- Compassionate PTO Donation Program – to support a team member
- Flexible Scheduling
- Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- PTO Cash Out Program
- Retirement Plan – 401(k) with company match
We are currently seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Resident Medication Aide.
Resident Medication Aide Responsibilities include
- Ensure compliance and understanding of all regulations regarding residents’ rights
- Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, changing of bed linens, positioning, transfer, mobility, and incontinence care as needed
- Assist in monitoring the medication program
- Dispenses medication in accordance with physician orders and as stated on the Medication Administration Record for all residents
Resident Medication Aide Education & Experience
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
- Two (2) years of resident care experience and/or training required
- Successfully complete all trainings as required by state regulations
Company Overview:
Peregrine Senior Living is known for their innovative leadership in revolutionizing care for the elderly. Joining Peregrine means working for a leader in memory care-based programs, one that has set current standards and will likely define them in the future. Come join our team and help us revolutionize exceptional care for the senior population.
Peregrine Senior Living at Shaker located in Albany, NY is a leading provider of senior assisted living and memory care and is committed to providing its residents with exceptional care and supervision.
Employee Appreciation
- Peregrine Proud: Public acknowledgement of exceptional employee performance
- Monthly All Staff Gift Card Drawings
- Periodic All Staff Appreciation Community Events
- Annual Longevity Rewards: Anniversary Bonus & Celebration
COVID-19 considerations: Strict adherence to NYS DOH guidelines & CDC standards.
Peregrine Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, nation origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applied to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Peregrine Senior Living makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
From Peregrine Shaker's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Peregrine Shaker
Peregrine Shaker hires caregivers, nursing assistants and front-office staff in Albany, New York.
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