Medical Assistant (MA) in Washington DC

Medical Assistants work in doctor's offices and clinics doing both clinical tasks (vitals, injections, EKGs) and administrative duties (scheduling, billing). It's one of the fastest-growing careers in America — over 100,000 new jobs added per year.

$44,940 DC Median Salary
16% Growth Rate
9–18 months Training

💰 Medical Assistant (MA) Salary in Washington DC

Estimated salary range for Medical Assistant (MA)s in Washington DC, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$33,000
Median
$44,940
Experienced
$55,000

🎓 Medical Assistant (MA) Licensing in Washington DC

Credential required: CMA (AAMA) or RMA (AMT)

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the Washington DC state licensing board before enrolling.

🏫 Medical Assistant (MA) Programs in Washington DC

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University of the District of Columbia Community College

📍 Washington, DC

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Career Technical Institute

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