Medical Assistants

Medical Assistants has a Career Health Score of 69/100, rated "Good." Medical Assistants is a solid career with good growth and stability, though salary could be a concern. The median salary is $40,290 per year. Employment is projected to grow 14% from 2022 to 2032, which is much faster than average.

The median annual salary for Medical Assistants is $40,290 as of 2023. The bottom 10% earn around $29,780, while the top 10% earn over $56,040. The 75th percentile salary is $47,670.

The typical entry-level education for Medical Assistants is postsecondary nondegree award. New hires typically receive none of on-the-job training.

Medical Assistants are at high risk of AI disruption, with an AI exposure score of 32%. The overall impact is classified as "Augmented." Key tasks that remain difficult to automate include taking vital signs and preparing patients for examination and assisting physicians during examinations and minor procedures.

Employment for Medical Assistants is projected to grow 14% from 2022 to 2032, which is much faster than average. The economy is expected to add approximately 119,600 openings per year, including replacements for workers who transfer or retire.

The most important skills for Medical Assistants include Clinical Procedures, Vital Signs Measurement, Electronic Health Records, Patient Communication, Infection Control. Key technical skills include Clinical Procedures, Vital Signs Measurement, Electronic Health Records. Strong soft skills like Patient Communication are also essential.