Medical Assistants Jobs Pay in Shreveport-Bossier City, LA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $16.31 – $17.94
Average Annual Pay
Range: $33,925 – $37,317
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
$14.56/hr
Range: $13.86 – $15.25
Annual Rate
$30,278
Range: $28,836 – $31,719
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$17.13/hr
Range: $16.31 – $17.94
Annual Rate
$35,621
Range: $33,925 – $37,317
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$19.70/hr
Range: $18.76 – $20.63
Annual Rate
$40,964
Range: $39,014 – $42,915
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
