PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Medical Assistant | Multiple Specialties & Locations | First Physicians Group
Sarasota Memorial Health Care System · Sarasota, FL
$20.50–$28.90/ hour
Medical Assistant jobs in Sarasota, FL
Pay for medical assistants in the Sarasota area centers on $21.66 per hour, or about $45,040 a year. The lower quarter earns under $18.42 and the upper quarter over $22.62. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Sarasota. That ranks 105th of 380 U.S. metro areas for medical assistant pay, and 137th of 339 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Sarasota and what they pay.
- $21.66median pay per hour, North Port
- $18–$23typical range per hour
- 1,970medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 9% above the Florida statewide median of $19.90 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 1,970 medical assistants employed in the North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota metro area, 5.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.14).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.19 | $35,760 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.42 | $38,310 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Median | $21.66 | $45,040 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.62 | $47,050 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $23.61 | $49,110 | 11% above U.S. median |
How Sarasota ranks
- 105th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 137th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 20 Florida metro areas
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 Sarasota
- Overall prices in North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota run 2% above the U.S. average (index 102.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 28% above the U.S. average (index 128.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $21.66 median hour buys what $21.15 buys at the national price level, in line with 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 Sarasota paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$780
- Per year: $38,988
- Per month: $3,249
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Sarasota
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $154 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,680 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,840 |
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 Sarasota
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Sarasota, 2 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sarasota Memorial Hospital Sarasota, FL | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Hca Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital Sarasota, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Sarasota County
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Sarasota County (1 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 19 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradenton, FL | 11 mi | $21.66/hr | 58,184 |
| North Port, FL | 29 mi | $21.66/hr | 92,875 |
| St. Petersburg, FL | 30 mi | $19.80/hr | 267,102 |
| Pinellas Park, FL | 37 mi | $19.80/hr | 53,503 |
| Largo, FL | 42 mi | $19.80/hr | 82,337 |
| Tampa, FL | 44 mi | $19.80/hr | 414,547 |
Medical Assistant jobs in Florida · Medical Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Florida
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Florida does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in Sarasota, FL?
Medical Assistants in the North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota metro area have a median pay of $21.66 per hour, about $45,040 a year. The middle half earn between $18.42 and $22.62 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Sarasota a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota ranks 137th of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 105th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical assistants in Sarasota?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Sarasota. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Sarasota.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Sarasota as a medical assistant?
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Sarasota in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 1 active primary care shortage designation that include Sarasota County. 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 Sarasota?
The federal per diem benchmark in Sarasota is $154 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,680 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place medical assistants in Sarasota?
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Your Medical Assistant pay reportSarasota, FL · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Florida Physician Specialties, LLCJacksonville, FL · 1 wage offer$21.63/ hr$22–$22
- Epe, LLC.Miami, FL · 1 wage offer$18.75/ hr$19–$19
- New Face MD LLCMiami, FL · 1 wage offer$18.75/ hr$19–$19
- San Jose Clinic PAJacksonville, FL · 1 wage offer$18.50/ hr$18–$18
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$18Median$18.50High$19
7 employer-reported wage offers for Medical Assistant in federal filings in Florida, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 2 Medical Assistant roles
- Medical Assistant - CMA - Telehealth SupportPermanent$19.00–$22.00/ hour
- Medical Assistant | Multiple Specialties & Locations | First Physicians GroupPermanent$20.50–$28.90/ hour
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