Perform secretarial duties using specific knowledge of medical terminology and hospital, clinic, or laboratory procedures. Duties may include scheduling appointments, billing patients, and compiling and recording medical charts, reports, and correspondence.
Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants
SOC: 43-6013 O*NET: 43-6013.00
Median Salary
$44,640
per year
Job Growth
📈 4.2%
Faster (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
85.9
projected jobs/year
Education Level
High school diploma or equivalent
Job Zone 2
Perform secretarial duties using specific knowledge of medical terminology and hospital, clinic, or laboratory procedures. Duties may include scheduling appointments, billing patients, and compiling and recording medical charts, reports, and correspondence.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$26,784
25th
$35,712
50th (Median)
$44,640
75th
$53,568
90th
$66,960
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
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:850,000
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+4.2%
Annual Openings:85,900
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)850,000
Current
2034 (Projected)885,300
+4.2%
+35,300
Employment Change
+4.2%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: As fast as average
Key Growth Factors
- •Average growth expected
Top Skills
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Service Orientation
Service Orientation
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
✓
Writing
Writing
✓
Coordination
Coordination
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Complex Problem Solving
Complex Problem Solving
✓
Time Management
Time Management
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
English Language
✓
Administrative
✓
Medicine and Dentistry
✓
Personnel and Human Resources
✓
Computers and Electronics
✓
Administration and Management
✓
Economics and Accounting
Education & Training
Education Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience Required
Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful
Job Training
Training of a few months to a year