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Certified Medical Assistant - Rockville
Trinity Health · Rockville, MD
$18.78–$26.29/ hour
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Medical Assistant jobs in Washington, DC
Medical Assistants in the Washington area earn a median of $22.48 per hour, about $46,760 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $20.09 and $23.91. That ranks 65th of 380 U.S. metro areas for medical assistant pay, and 174th of 339 once local prices are factored in. 7 open roles with published pay are listed for Washington and its metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Washington.
- $22.48median pay per hour, Washington
- $20–$24typical range per hour
- 13,260medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 7open roles with published pay in the metro area
Open Medical Assistant roles near Washington
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Certified Medical Assistant - Family Medicine - Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Trinity Health · Gaithersburg, MD
$19.56–$26.29/ hour
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Medical Assistant, Day Shift, Outpatient Wellness Clinic
Adventist Health · Rockville, MD
$20.07–$26.42/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 23 days ago
Certified Medical Assistant (CCMA), Day Shift, Cardiac Associates
Adventist Health · Rockville, MD
$20.07–$26.42/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 23 days ago
Float Certified Medical Assistant (CCMA), Day Shift, Cardiac Associates
Adventist Health · Rockville, MD
$20.07–$26.42/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 23 days ago
Certified Medical Assistant (CCMA), Day Shift, Cardiac Associates
Adventist Health · Rockville, MD
$19.21–$26.42/ hour
PermanentPosted 23 days ago
Medical Assistant, Day Shift, Cardiac Associates
Adventist Health · Rockville, MD
$19.21–$26.42/ hour
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1 more open role from employers in Washington. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Certified Medical Assistant Police and Fire Clinic
Ascension Health · Washington, DC
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| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Adventist Health | 5 | $23.25 |
| Trinity Health | 2 | $22.73 |
Medical Assistant pay in Washington, DC
The metro median is 6% below the District of Columbia statewide median of $23.91 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 13,260 medical assistants employed in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area, 4.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.83).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.17 | $37,790 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $20.09 | $41,790 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.48 | $46,760 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.91 | $49,730 | 13% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $27.83 | $57,890 | 31% above U.S. median |
How Washington ranks
- 65th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 174th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Medical Assistants (SOC 31-9092), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Washington
- Overall prices in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria run 9% above the U.S. average (index 108.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 51% above the U.S. average (index 151.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.48 median hour buys what $20.65 buys at the national price level, 3% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Washington paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$809
- Per year: $40,464
- Per month: $3,372
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Washington
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $234 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,282 |
| 13-week assignment | $29,666 |
Travel medical assistant assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Washington
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Washington, 1 of the 7 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sibley Memorial Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Georgetown University Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Washington Hospital Center Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| United Medical Center Washington, DC | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Washington Dc Va Medical Center Washington, DC | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| George Washington Univ Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Howard University Hospital Corp Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | No |
| Children's National Hospital Washington, DC | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Psychiatric Institute Of Washington Washington, DC | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| St Elizabeths Hospital Washington, DC | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in District of Columbia
HRSA lists 12 active primary care shortage designations that include District of Columbia (4 population-group, 8 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 22 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Medical Assistant pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria, VA | 7 mi | $22.48/hr | 159,102 |
| Rockville, MD | 14 mi | $22.48/hr | 68,417 |
| Baltimore, MD | 35 mi | $21.67/hr | 568,271 |
| Lancaster, PA | 87 mi | $20.01/hr | 58,441 |
| Harrisburg, PA | 95 mi | $19.58/hr | 50,649 |
| Wilmington, DE | 98 mi | $22.04/hr | 73,176 |
Medical Assistant jobs in District of Columbia · Medical Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in District of Columbia
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what District of Columbia requires for your role with the District of Columbia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
District of Columbia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Washington
Washington city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in Washington, DC?
Medical Assistants in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area have a median pay of $22.48 per hour, about $46,760 a year. The middle half earn between $20.09 and $23.91 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Washington a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria ranks 174th of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 65th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical assistants in Washington?
We list 7 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Washington.
Do I need a District of Columbia license to work in Washington as a medical assistant?
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what District of Columbia requires for your role with the District of Columbia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Washington in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 12 active primary care shortage designations that include District of Columbia. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Washington?
The federal per diem benchmark in Washington is $234 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,282 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place medical assistants in Washington?
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- Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 11 postings$33.96/ hr$27–$41
- CommonSpirit HealthSeattle, WA · 21 postings$31.77/ hr$26–$42
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