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Medical Assistants

Healthcare Support ยท Perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of a physician

This profile is intended as career exploration guidance based on federal labor data. Actual job requirements, salaries, and opportunities vary by employer and location.

Entry Salary

$30โ€“37k

First 1โ€“2 years

Peak Salary

$37โ€“43k

10+ years experience

Job Outlook

+12.5% ยท Much faster than average

Projected growth of 12.5% from 2024 to 2034; about 112 openings projected per year.

Time to Start

2โ€“4 years

College degree typical

Salary data sourced from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2024. Actual compensation varies by location, experience, employer, and specialization.

๐Ÿ“ˆ Career Ladder

1

Entry-Level Assistants

$27โ€“34k0โ€“1 year
2

Medical Assistants

$34โ€“37k1โ€“4 years
3

Experienced Medical Assistants

$37โ€“44k3โ€“6 years
4

Senior Medical Assistants

$44โ€“43k7โ€“12 years
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Director of Healthcare Support

$43k+12+ years

๐ŸŽฏ Why You Match

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You prioritize Relationships

This career is strongly aligned with Relationships โ€” a core work value that shapes how people approach their career decisions.

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You're strong in Speaking

Speaking is a top skill for this career, and it plays to what students like you naturally do best.

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Good fit for your timeline

This career typically requires some college or a registered apprenticeship, which matches common student preparation goals.

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