Medical Assistant jobs in the USA

Medical Assistant pay in the USA

The median wage for Medical Assistant jobs in the US is $21.97 per hour ($45,698 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $23.04/hour, from $11.00 to $65.63. Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.

License and requirements

Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from the state where they work; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.

Agencies hiring for Medical Assistant jobs

Medical Assistant jobs by state

FAQ

How much does a Medical Assistant make in the USA?

The median wage for Medical Assistant jobs in the US is $21.97 per hour (about $45,698 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Medical Assistant jobs listed on ReferHire pay a median of $23.04 per hour.

How many Medical Assistant jobs are open in the USA?

167 Medical Assistant jobs from 6 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.

What license do I need?

Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from the state where they work; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.