As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Medical Assistant - Certified in the United States is $39,623. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $33,773 to a high of $47,158, with most professionals earning between $36,561 and $43,567.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
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| 75th Percentile | $43,567 | $3,631 | $838 | $21 |
| Average | $39,623 | $3,302 | $762 | $19 |
| 25th Percentile | $36,561 | $3,047 | $703 | $18 |
An entry-level Medical Assistant - Certified with less than 1 year of experience earns about $39,394. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $39,741. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $40,624. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $40,800, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $40,918.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Medical Assistant - Certified | $39,394 |
| Intermediate Level Medical Assistant - Certified | $39,741 |
| Senior Level Medical Assistant - Certified | $40,624 |
| Specialist Level Medical Assistant - Certified | $40,800 |
| Expert Level Medical Assistant - Certified | $40,918 |
| Entry Level | 1% |
| Mid Level | 0% |
| Senior Level | 3% |
| Top Level | 3% |
| Experienced | 3% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
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Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of April 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Medical Assistant - Certified compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $64,112 in 2023 to approximately $64,521 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Medical Assistant - Certified salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $39,623 | 68.0% | ||
| Bonus | $0 | 0.0% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $3,031 | 5.2% | ||
| 401K/403B | $1,942 | 3.3% | ||
| Disability | $634 | 1.1% | ||
| Healthcare | $6,371 | 10.9% | ||
| Pension | $1,664 | 2.9% | ||
| Time Off | $5,029 | 8.6% | ||
| Total Compensation | $58,294 | 100% | ||
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| No Diploma | 0.6% |
| High School | 62.3% |
| Associates | 31.4% |
| Bachelors | 5.0% |
| Masters | 0.4% |
| Doctorate | 0.3% |
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The average annual salary of Medical Assistant - Certified is $39,623. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Medical Assistant - Certified is $19; the average weekly pay of Medical Assistant - Certified is $762; the average monthly pay of Medical Assistant - Certified is $3,302.
A Medical Assistant - Certified's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Medical Assistant - Certified earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Medical Assistant - Certified is $49,976.
The highest pay for Medical Assistant - Certified is $47,158.
The lowest pay for Medical Assistant - Certified is $33,773.
Assists in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician. Interviews patients, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), and records or inputs information to patients' medical records. Prepares treatment rooms for the examination of patients. May draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis. May perform administrative duties such as ordering supplies, answering the phone, and scheduling appointments. Requires a high school diploma. May require Certified Medical Assistant (CMA). May require Registered Medical Assistant (RMA). Typically reports to a supervisor. Works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. Typically requires 1-3 years of related experience.
Specify the abilities and skills that a person needs in order to carry out the specified job duties. Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.
Customer Service: Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
Primary Care: Primary care practice serves as the patient's entry point into the health care system and as the continuing focal point for all needed health care services.
HIPAA: The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 is a federal law that required the creation of national standards to protect sensitive patient health information from being disclosed without the patient's consent or knowledge.
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