Perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of a physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by physician.
Medical Assistants
SOC: 31-9092 O*NET: 31-9092.00
Median Salary
$44,200
per year
Job Growth
🚀 12.5%
Much Faster (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
112.3
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Job Zone 3
Perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of a physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by physician.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$26,520
25th
$35,360
50th (Median)
$44,200
75th
$53,040
90th
$66,300
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
High Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:811,000
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+12.5%
Annual Openings:112,300
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)811,000
Current
2034 (Projected)912,200
+12.5%
+101,200
Employment Change
+12.5%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: Faster than average
Key Growth Factors
- •Faster than average growth expected
- •High current market demand
Top Skills
✓
Social Perceptiveness
Social Perceptiveness
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Coordination
Coordination
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
✓
Service Orientation
Service Orientation
✓
Writing
Writing
✓
Active Learning
Active Learning
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
English Language
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
Medicine and Dentistry
✓
Administrative
✓
Computers and Electronics
✓
Education and Training
✓
Public Safety and Security
✓
Therapy and Counseling
Education & Training
Education Required
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Experience Required
Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required
Job Training
Training of more than one year