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Medical Assistants in Missouri

Are you looking to join the work force as quickly as possible? Does the idea of low or no-student debt upon exiting school sound appealing? Are you looking for a job that has plenty of opportunity now and job security for the future? If you answered yes to any of those questions you may want to consider a career as a medical assistant in Missouri. Whether you want to work in a hospital in Jefferson city, or a private doctor’s office in Kansas City, there are plenty of niches to fill in the health care industry as a medical assistant. As much of the economy is slumping, the health care sector is still a juggernaut. As demand for healthcare increases as the baby boomers age, so too will demand for medical assistants. If this sounds appealing, then a job as a medical assistant might be an ideal career for you.

Required Certification

There is no certification required for medical assistants in the state of Missouri. You will want to search for a school program that is a good fit and complete a medical assistant program from an accredited school in Missouri. It is wise to take time comparing and contrasting several school programs to find the right fit for you. Some elements you will want to consider are the skills that are taught in a particular program, physical location, admissions requirements and any financial considerations. You will definitely want to take your time and research this decision thoroughly to find a school and program that fulfills your needs.

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/

Wage for Medical Assistants

According to the BLS the average mean wage for medical assistants in Missouri is $27,0801. This is below average for the country. However, Missouri’s cost of living is substantially lower than most states. Combined with excellent job market for medical assistants, this is a promising career to pursue in Missouri. 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.