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Certified Medical Assistant Float Pool Staffing
Ascension Health · Indianapolis, IN
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Medical Assistant jobs in Indianapolis, IN
Medical Assistants in the Indianapolis area earn a median of $21.67 per hour, about $45,080 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $18.57 and $22.57. That ranks 103rd of 380 U.S. metro areas for medical assistant pay, and 62nd of 339 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 14 hospitals in Indianapolis. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Indianapolis.
- $21.67median pay per hour, Indianapolis
- $19–$23typical range per hour
- 8,130medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Medical Assistant roles in Indianapolis
11 more open roles from employers in Indianapolis. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Certified Medical Assistant Internal Medicine
Ascension Health · Indianapolis, IN
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Medical Assistant
CVS Health · Indianapolis, IN
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Full Time Medical Assistant Shared Model Wellness Centers Hours Vary 6:30AM-6:00 PM 4- 10hr days or 5-8hr days
Hendricks Regional Health · Indianapolis, IN
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Float Medical Assistant
CVS Health · Indianapolis, IN
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Certified Medical Assistant
Ascension Health · Indianapolis, IN
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Medical Assistant
Franciscan Health · Indianapolis, IN
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Certified Medical Assistant Primary Care
Ascension Health · Indianapolis, IN
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Certified Medical Assistant Pediatric Orthopedics
Ascension Health · Indianapolis, IN
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Certified Medical Assistant Heart Care
Ascension Health · Indianapolis, IN
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Medical Assistant or LPN
Franciscan Health · Indianapolis, IN
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Medical Assistant pay in Indianapolis, IN
The metro median is 6% above the Indiana statewide median of $20.38 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 8,130 medical assistants employed in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood metro area, 7.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.44).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.85 | $37,130 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.57 | $38,630 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Median | $21.67 | $45,080 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.57 | $46,950 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $23.88 | $49,670 | 12% above U.S. median |
How Indianapolis ranks
- 103rd of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 62nd of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 12 Indiana 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.
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- Overall prices in Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood run 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $21.67 median hour buys what $22.64 buys at the national price level, 7% above 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 Indianapolis paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$780
- Per year: $39,006
- Per month: $3,251
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Indianapolis
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $133 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,491 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,383 |
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 Indianapolis
CMS lists 14 hospitals in Indianapolis, 1 of the 8 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franciscan Health Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Community Hospital East Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Community Hospital North Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Community Hospital South, Inc. Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Eskenazi Health Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Indiana University Health Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Indianapolis Va Medical Center Indianapolis, IN | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension St Vincent Hospital Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Fairbanks Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Orthoindy Hospital Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Other | 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 Marion County
HRSA lists 16 active primary care shortage designations that include Marion County (6 population-group, 10 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 23 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenwood, IN | 12 mi | $21.67/hr | 68,175 |
| Carmel, IN | 13 mi | $21.67/hr | 103,606 |
| Columbus, IN | 41 mi | $17.87/hr | 51,970 |
| Bloomington, IN | 47 mi | $18.83/hr | 79,986 |
| Kokomo, IN | 47 mi | $18.82/hr | 60,093 |
| Muncie, IN | 49 mi | $19.98/hr | 65,320 |
Medical Assistant jobs in Indiana · Medical Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Indiana
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Indiana taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Indianapolis
Indianapolis city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in Indianapolis, IN?
Medical Assistants in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood metro area have a median pay of $21.67 per hour, about $45,080 a year. The middle half earn between $18.57 and $22.57 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Indianapolis a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood ranks 62nd of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 103rd of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical assistants work in Indianapolis?
CMS lists 14 hospitals in Indianapolis, led by Franciscan Health Indianapolis. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Indianapolis as a medical assistant?
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Indianapolis in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 16 active primary care shortage designations that include Marion 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 Indianapolis?
The federal per diem benchmark in Indianapolis is $133 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,491 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place medical assistants in Indianapolis?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 11 postings$33.96/ hr$27–$41
- CommonSpirit HealthSeattle, WA · 21 postings$31.77/ hr$26–$42
- Sharp HealthCareSan Diego, CA · 11 postings$31.60/ hr$26–$37
- Sharp HealthcareSan Diego, CA · 4 postings$31.60/ hr$26–$34
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