Medical Assistants Jobs Pay in Salt Lake City-Murray, UT
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $21.29 – $23.42
Average Annual Pay
Range: $44,283 – $48,712
How much do Medical Assistants make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$19.00/hr
Range: $18.10 – $19.91
Annual Rate
$39,522
Range: $37,641 – $41,405
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$22.35/hr
Range: $21.29 – $23.42
Annual Rate
$46,497
Range: $44,283 – $48,712
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$25.70/hr
Range: $24.48 – $26.93
Annual Rate
$53,472
Range: $50,925 – $56,019
Medical Assistants job description
Medical Assistants professionals play a vital role in the healthcare industry, providing essential medical services and patient care. They work in various healthcare settings including hospitals, clinics, and private practices to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- •Provide direct patient care and medical services
- •Document patient information and treatment plans
- •Collaborate with healthcare team members
- •Follow medical protocols and safety procedures
- •Maintain medical equipment and supplies
- •Stay current with medical advancements and certifications
- •Medical knowledge and clinical skills
- •Patient care and communication
- •Attention to detail
- •Critical thinking and problem-solving
- •Compassion and empathy
- •Time management
- •Required certifications or licenses
- •Relevant education or degree
- •Clinical experience preferred
- •Background check and health screening
