Medical Assistant
Medical assistants complete administrative and clinical tasks in physicians’ offices, clinics, and other healthcare settings — recording patient history and vital signs, preparing patients for exams, assisting providers, and scheduling appointments.
◇ External source · Role definition and national outlook: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2024)
Active jobs
13,396
Median salary
$46,196
$38.7k–$58.1k range
Posted this week
+2,835
Remote / telehealth
0.1%
20 open roles
SPECIALTIES · specialties
Medical Assistant specialties: openings and median pay
As of September 20, 2026, Medical Assistant hiring on SonicJobs spans 4 specialties. Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) is the largest with 3,213 active openings. Advertised pay ranges from $46,095 (Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)) to $48,528 (Family Medicine Medical Assistant).
| Specialty | Open jobs | Median | Median vs. highest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) | 3,213 | $46.1k | |
| Family Medicine Medical Assistant | 1,391 | $48.5k | |
| Orthopedic Medical Assistant | 566 | $46.7k | |
| OB/GYN Medical Assistant | 353 | $46.8k |
Source: aggregated from 13,396 live SonicJobs listings · 4 specialties · updated .
01 · QUICK ANSWER
What does a Medical Assistant do?
Medical Assistants handle both clinical tasks (vital signs, drawing blood, assisting exams) and administrative work (scheduling, records). Most enter through a postsecondary certificate program, and certification is widely preferred by employers.
02 · LIVE HIRING INSIGHTS
How many Medical Assistant jobs are open?
As of September 20, 2026, SonicJobs lists 13,396 active Medical Assistant jobs, with 2,835 posted in the last 7 days.
Posting freshness
Source: aggregated from 13,396 live SonicJobs listings · updated .
03 · SALARY & PAY
How much do Medical Assistants earn?
As of September 20, 2026, Medical Assistant roles on SonicJobs advertise a median salary of $46,196 (10th–90th percentile $38.7k–$58.1k), based on 5,811 of 13,396 listings that disclose pay.
| Annual range | Jobs | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 0k-20k | 0 | 0% |
| 20k-40k | 844 | 15% |
| 40k-60k | 4,620 | 80% |
| 60k-80k | 340 | 6% |
| 80k-100k | 5 | 0% |
| 100k+ | 2 | 0% |
- Median salary
- $46,196 · n=5,811
- Average salary
- $47,563 · n=5,811
- Salary coverage
- 43.38% · n=13,396
- Job count
- 13396 · n=13,396
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Source: aggregated from 13,396 live SonicJobs listings · 43% of listings disclose salary · updated .
04 · TOP LOCATIONS
Where are Medical Assistants most in demand?
As of September 20, 2026, Medical Assistant demand on SonicJobs is highest in Florida, California, Texas, across 13,396 active listings.
| State | Open jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 1,044 | $41k |
| California | 1,039 | $51.4k |
| Texas | 888 | $39.8k |
| Illinois | 600 | $43.6k |
| North Carolina | 597 | $51.6k |
| Michigan | 542 | $39k |
| Washington | 536 | $58.1k |
| New York | 441 | $43.4k |
Source: aggregated from 13,396 live SonicJobs listings · counts by state · updated .
05 · HIRING COMPANIES
Which companies are hiring the most Medical Assistants?
As of September 20, 2026, the top Medical Assistant employers on SonicJobs are Trinity Health, American Addiction Centers, Providence.
Source: aggregated from 13,396 live SonicJobs listings · employer counts · updated .
06 · EMPLOYMENT TYPES
What types of Medical Assistant jobs are available?
As of September 20, 2026, Full time roles make up 89% of 13,396 active Medical Assistant listings.
Source: aggregated from 13,396 live SonicJobs listings · employment-type mix · updated .
08 · REMOTE & VISA
Are there remote or visa-sponsored Medical Assistant jobs?
As of September 20, 2026, 20 of 13,396 active Medical Assistant listings (0.1%) offer remote or telehealth work.
20
Remote / telehealth jobs
0.1% of active Medical Assistant listings.
Source: aggregated from 13,396 live SonicJobs listings · remote flag from listings; visa sponsorship is an editorial estimate · updated .
10 · LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
What licenses and certifications do you need?
Medical assistants typically complete a postsecondary certificate program; some enter with a high school diploma and learn through on-the-job training. Professional certification (such as CMA or RMA) is common and often preferred by employers.
Licensure requirements per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and NCSBN — see Sources.
11 · BENEFITS & BONUSES
What benefits do Medical Assistant jobs offer?
As of September 20, 2026, Paid time off is the most commonly advertised benefit for Medical Assistant roles, appearing in 75% of listings that disclose benefits (47% of all Medical Assistant listings).
Source: aggregated from 13,396 live SonicJobs listings · benefit mentions · 47% of listings disclose benefits · updated .
13 · FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Medical Assistant FAQ
Do medical assistants need to be certified?
Certification is not required in every state but is widely preferred by employers; common credentials include the CMA (AAMA) and RMA. Most candidates complete a postsecondary certificate program first. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
What is the job outlook for Medical Assistants?
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment of medical assistants to grow 12% from 2024 to 2034 — much faster than average — with about 112,300 openings each year on average, at a median wage of $44,200 per year (May 2024). SonicJobs-advertised pay is shown in the salary section above.
SOURCES & METHODOLOGY
Sources & methodology
Live hiring, salary, location, employer, employment-type, remote, and benefit figures are aggregated from active Medical Assistant listings on SonicJobs and refreshed weekly; salary reflects employer-advertised pay where disclosed. Role definition, education, licensure, and national wage and outlook are sourced from the organisations listed under Sources.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Occupational Outlook Handbook — National median wage, employment outlook, education and licensure