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Medical Assistant
CommonSpirit Health · Omaha, NE
$18.96–$26.78/ hour
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Medical Assistant jobs in Omaha, NE
Pay for medical assistants in the Omaha area centers on $22.76 per hour, or about $47,340 a year. The lower quarter earns under $19.18 and the upper quarter over $23.40. The CMS hospital directory lists 11 hospitals in Omaha. That ranks 55th of 380 U.S. metro areas for medical assistant pay, and 14th of 339 once local prices are factored in. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Omaha.
- $22.76median pay per hour, Omaha
- $19–$23typical range per hour
- 1,400medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 3open roles with published pay
Open Medical Assistant roles in Omaha
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Certified Medical Assistant
CommonSpirit Health · Omaha, NE
$18.96–$26.78/ hour
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Clinic Medical Assistant
CommonSpirit Health · Omaha, NE
$18.06–$25.51/ hour
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8 more open roles from employers in Omaha. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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Medical Assistant - General Dermatology Clinic
The Nebraska Medical Center · Omaha, NE
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Medical Assistant - Heart & Vascular Clinic
The Nebraska Medical Center · Omaha, NE
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Medical Assistant - Oakview Sleep Center
The Nebraska Medical Center · Omaha, NE
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Medical Assistant - Bennington Health Center
The Nebraska Medical Center · Omaha, NE
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Medical Assistant - Neurosciences Clinic
The Nebraska Medical Center · Omaha, NE
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Medical Assistant - Village Pointe Cancer Clinic
The Nebraska Medical Center · Omaha, NE
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Medical Assistant
US Oncology Network · Omaha, NE
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CNA/Medical Assistant / Village Pointe Cancer Clinic
The Nebraska Medical Center · Omaha, NE
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Get my free pay reportMedical Assistant pay in Omaha, NE
The metro median is 3% above the Nebraska statewide median of $22.16 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 1,400 medical assistants employed in the Omaha metro area, 2.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.55).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.39 | $36,170 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.18 | $39,890 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.76 | $47,340 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.40 | $48,670 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $27.40 | $56,990 | 29% above U.S. median |
How Omaha ranks
- 55th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 14th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 3 Nebraska 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 Omaha
- Overall prices in Omaha run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.76 median hour buys what $24.76 buys at the national price level, 17% 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 Omaha paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$819
- Per year: $40,968
- Per month: $3,414
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Omaha metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Omaha
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $122 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,414 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,382 |
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 Omaha
CMS lists 11 hospitals in Omaha, 5 of the 6 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chi Health Bergan Mercy Omaha, NE | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Chi Health Lakeside Omaha, NE | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Omaha Va Medical Center (Va Nebraska Western Iowa Healthcare System) Omaha, NE | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The Nebraska Medical Center Omaha, NE | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The Nebraska Methodist Hospital Omaha, NE | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Chi Health Immanuel Omaha, NE | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Children's Nebraska Omaha, NE | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Midwest Surgical Hospital Llc Omaha, NE | Acute care | Other | Not rated | No |
| Nebraska Orthopaedic Hospital Omaha, NE | Acute care | Other | Not rated | Yes |
| Nebraska Spine Hospital, Llc Omaha, NE | Acute care | 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 Douglas County
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Douglas County (4 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue, NE | 10 mi | $22.76/hr | 64,777 |
| Council Bluffs, IA | 11 mi | $22.76/hr | 62,665 |
| Lincoln, NE | 45 mi | $22.05/hr | 300,619 |
| Sioux City, IA | 87 mi | $19.67/hr | 86,875 |
| West Des Moines, IA | 119 mi | $21.97/hr | 73,664 |
| Grand Island, NE | 122 mi | $21.30/hr | 53,250 |
Medical Assistant jobs in Nebraska · Medical Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Nebraska
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nebraska requires for your role with the Nebraska licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Nebraska taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Omaha
Omaha city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in Omaha, NE?
Medical Assistants in the Omaha metro area have a median pay of $22.76 per hour, about $47,340 a year. The middle half earn between $19.18 and $23.40 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Omaha a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
Omaha ranks 14th of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 55th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical assistants in Omaha?
We list 3 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Omaha. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Omaha.
Do I need a Nebraska license to work in Omaha as a medical assistant?
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nebraska requires for your role with the Nebraska licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Omaha in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 4 active primary care shortage designations that include Douglas 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 Omaha?
The federal per diem benchmark in Omaha is $122 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,414 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place medical assistants in Omaha?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CommonSpirit HealthOMAHA, NE · 9 postings$22.87/ hr$18–$29
- 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
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2What they are offering now
Low$19Median$22.87High$29
10 Medical Assistant postings with published pay in Nebraska, 10 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 10 Medical Assistant roles
- Medical AssistantPermanent$18.96–$26.78/ hour
- Certified Medical AssistantPermanent$18.96–$26.78/ hour
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