Medical Assistant (MA) in Washington

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.

$42,000 WA Median Salary
16% Growth Rate
9–18 months Training

💰 Medical Assistant (MA) Salary in Washington

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

Entry
$33,000
Median
$42,000
Experienced
$55,000

🎓 Medical Assistant (MA) Licensing in Washington

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

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

🏫 Medical Assistant (MA) Programs in Washington

Technical College
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Renton Technical College

📍 Renton, WA

King County technical college with nationally recognized culinary arts, healthcare, and trades programs; strong industry...

Nursing (RN/CNA)Dental AssistingMedical AssistingPharmacy TechRadiologic Technology
Technical College
⭐ 90

Bates Technical College

📍 Tacoma, WA

Pierce County technical college on three campuses offering 60+ career programs with strong apprenticeship track connecti...

Nursing (CNA)Dental AssistingMedical AssistingHVACElectrical
Technical College
⭐ 89

Clover Park Technical College

📍 Lakewood, WA

Joint-Base Lewis-McChord adjacent technical college with strong veteran services and aviation maintenance program alongs...

Nursing (RN/CNA)Dental AssistingMedical AssistingRadiologic TechnologyPharmacy Tech

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