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Medical Assistants in Colorado

With its excellent economy and huge growth in the healthcare industry, Colorado is a great state to pursue a career as a medical assistant in. As the health care industry grows in Colorado, so too will the demand for properly trained medical assistants. Whether you work in a private doctor’s office in Vail, or a public clinic in Boulder, there are a variety of facilities you can choose to work in. One of the advantages to choosing a career as a medical assistant is found in the relatively short time required to be in school. With a faster turn-around from school to work force you also will have a smaller debt burden upon finishing school. If a career in the medical industry, along with a quick timeline from school to work appeals to you, then a career as a medical assistant might be right for you.

Required Certification

No state level certification is required for medical assistants in the state of Colorado. You will want to research your options until you find a school and program that is an excellent fit for your personal situation, finances and skillset. Once you have found a school that meets your specific needs, you will need to complete your medical assistant program with an accredited school in Colorado. You will want to be diligent in your research and thoroughly compare several schools and programs to find one that is a great fit for you. Some things worth considering as you are reviewing potential programs are: physical location, the skills that are taught in the program, admissions requirements and also financial considerations. You will absolutely want to take the time to research your decision carefully to find the perfect school and program for you.

If you wish to gain certification for potentially greater pay and employability you can look at becoming certified with the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA): https://www.aama-ntl.org/

Salaries for Medical Assistants in Colorado

According to the BLS the average mean wage for medical assistants in Colorado is $32,6501. This is above average for the country and combined with Colorado’s excellent economy compared to other states, shows that this is an excellent state to start your career in. Keep in mind, your pay can vary based on what type of medical facility you work in.

Today is a great day to get started on your career by finding a school and program that fits your needs. You can find a database of schools with medical assistant programs here.