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Medical Assistant - Integrated Health/Addiction Medicine - PRN
LCMC Health System · New Orleans, LA
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Medical Assistant jobs in New Orleans, LA
Pay for medical assistants in the New Orleans area centers on $18.16 per hour, or about $37,770 a year. The lower quarter earns under $17.53 and the upper quarter over $19.23. That is 15% below the U.S. median of $21.25 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 10 hospitals in New Orleans. The free report below lists employers near New Orleans and what they pay.
- $18.16median pay per hour, New Orleans
- $18–$19typical range per hour
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Medical Assistant roles in New Orleans
16 more open roles from employers in New Orleans. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Medical Assistant - Cardiology Clinic - Full Time - Jeff Hwy
Ochsner · New Orleans, LA
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PermanentPosted 6 days ago
Medical Assistant - NOEH Outpatient Clinic
LCMC Health System · New Orleans, LA
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PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Medical Assistant - Primary Care Clinic - CCPI
LCMC Health System · New Orleans, LA
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PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Medical Assistant - Oncology Clinic - Full Time - Jeff Hwy
Ochsner · New Orleans, LA
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PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Medical Assistant - Full Time - Brees Family Center NO East
Ochsner · New Orleans, LA
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PermanentPosted 9 days ago
Medical Assistant - Pulmonary Clinic - Full Time
Ochsner · New Orleans, LA
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PermanentPosted 10 days ago
Medical Assistant - Heart Transplant Clinic - Full Time - Jeff Hwy
Ochsner · New Orleans, LA
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PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Medical Assistant - Orthopedics Hand Clinic - Full Time - Elmwood
Ochsner · New Orleans, LA
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PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Medical Assistant - Oncology - Full Time - Jeff Hwy
Ochsner · New Orleans, LA
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PermanentPosted 15 days ago
Medical Assistant - Urology/GI Clinic
LCMC Health System · New Orleans, LA
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PermanentPosted 22 days ago
Medical Assistant- OBGYN Clinic- Full Time
Ochsner · New Orleans, LA
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Medical Assistant pay in New Orleans, LA
The metro median is 5% above the Louisiana statewide median of $17.24 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $15.01 | $31,220 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.53 | $36,460 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.16 | $37,770 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $19.23 | $40,000 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $21.64 | $45,010 | 2% above U.S. median |
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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Named employers near New Orleans, what they pay and the roles open now. Free for candidates, email only.
Get my free pay reportWhat your pay buys in New Orleans
- Overall prices in New Orleans-Metairie run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.16 median hour buys what $19.61 buys at the national price level, 8% 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 New Orleans paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$654
- Per year: $32,688
- Per month: $2,724
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the New Orleans-Metairie metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in New Orleans
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $158 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,666 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,658 |
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 New Orleans
CMS lists 10 hospitals in New Orleans, 1 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ochsner Medical Center Acute New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System New Orleans, LA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Touro Infirmary New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Medical Center New Orleans New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Childrens Hospital New Orleans, LA | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| New Orleans East Hospital New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
| St Charles Surgical Hospital New Orleans, LA | Acute care | Other | Not rated | No |
| Beacon Behavioral Hospital- New Orleans, Llc New Orleans, LA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Community Care Hospital New Orleans, LA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| River Oaks Hospital New Orleans, LA | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 Orleans Parish
HRSA lists 9 active primary care shortage designations that include Orleans Parish (1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenner, LA | 19 mi | $18.16/hr | 64,650 |
| Gulfport, MS | 58 mi | $16.26/hr | 74,621 |
| Mobile, AL | 117 mi | $16.73/hr | 201,367 |
| Jackson, MS | 157 mi | $17.50/hr | 141,449 |
| Pensacola, FL | 166 mi | $17.96/hr | 53,898 |
| Lake Charles, LA | 196 mi | $18.00/hr | 81,157 |
Medical Assistant jobs in Louisiana · Medical Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Louisiana
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Louisiana requires for your role with the Louisiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Louisiana taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in New Orleans
New Orleans city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in New Orleans, LA?
Medical Assistants in the New Orleans-Metairie metro area have a median pay of $18.16 per hour, about $37,770 a year. The middle half earn between $17.53 and $19.23 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do medical assistants work in New Orleans?
CMS lists 10 hospitals in New Orleans, led by Ochsner Medical Center Acute. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Louisiana license to work in New Orleans as a medical assistant?
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Louisiana requires for your role with the Louisiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is New Orleans in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 9 active primary care shortage designations that include Orleans Parish. 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 New Orleans?
The federal per diem benchmark in New Orleans is $158 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,666 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place medical assistants in New Orleans?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in New Orleans and across Louisiana. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near New Orleans.
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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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