PermanentPosted 6 days ago
Medical Assistant - LV Trop. Family Med Cl - Full Time 10 Hour Rotating Shift (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)
University of Southern California · Las Vegas, NV
$17.50–$27.01/ hour
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Medical Assistant jobs in Las Vegas, NV
The median medical assistant pay in the Las Vegas area is $19.51 per hour ($40,590 a year), with the typical range running from $18.27 to $21.93. 3 open roles with published pay are listed for Las Vegas. The CMS hospital directory lists 15 hospitals in Las Vegas. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Las Vegas.
- $19.51median pay per hour, Las Vegas
- $18–$22typical range per hour
- 5,590medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 3open roles with published pay
Open Medical Assistant roles in Las Vegas
PermanentPosted 16 days ago
Medical Assistant - LV Craig Family Med Cl - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)
University of Southern California · Las Vegas, NV
$21.00–$30.96/ hour
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PermanentPosted 27 days ago
Medical Assistant Medical Office Representative
CommonSpirit Health · Las Vegas, NV
$20.96–$29.60/ hour
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2 more open roles from employers in Las Vegas. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
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MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Universal Health Services · Las Vegas, NV
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Medical Assistant - Twain
US Oncology Network · Las Vegas, NV
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| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| University of Southern California | 2 | $24.12 |
| CommonSpirit Health | 1 | $25.28 |
Medical Assistant pay in Las Vegas, NV
The metro median is 7% below the Nevada statewide median of $20.89 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 5,590 medical assistants employed in the Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas metro area, 5.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.97).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.82 | $34,990 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.27 | $38,000 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $19.51 | $40,590 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $21.93 | $45,610 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $22.80 | $47,420 | 7% above U.S. median |
How Las Vegas ranks
- 181st of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 268th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 3 Nevada 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 Las Vegas
- Overall prices in Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 16% above the U.S. average (index 115.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $19.51 median hour buys what $19.47 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 Las Vegas paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$702
- Per year: $35,118
- Per month: $2,926
- Nevada has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Las Vegas
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $134 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,540 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,020 |
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 Las Vegas
CMS lists 15 hospitals in Las Vegas, 3 of the 9 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountainview Hospital Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Rose Dominican Hospitals - San Martin Campus Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Southern Hills Hospital And Medical Center Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Summerlin Hospital Medical Center Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Sunrise Hospital And Medical Center Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| University Medical Center Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Valley Hospital Medical Center Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Harmon Hospital Las Vegas, NV | 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 Clark County
HRSA lists 16 active primary care shortage designations that include Clark County (2 geographic, 3 population-group, 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Las Vegas, NV | 10 mi | $19.51/hr | 294,034 |
| Henderson, NV | 20 mi | $19.51/hr | 350,039 |
| St. George, UT | 110 mi | $18.32/hr | 106,288 |
| Lake Havasu City, AZ | 131 mi | $20.14/hr | 59,037 |
| Apple Valley, CA | 161 mi | $20.54/hr | 75,029 |
| Victorville, CA | 167 mi | $20.54/hr | 140,721 |
Medical Assistant jobs in Nevada · Medical Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Nevada
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Nevada 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.
Other healthcare roles in Las Vegas
Las Vegas city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in Las Vegas, NV?
Medical Assistants in the Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas metro area have a median pay of $19.51 per hour, about $40,590 a year. The middle half earn between $18.27 and $21.93 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Las Vegas a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas ranks 268th of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 181st of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical assistants in Las Vegas?
We list 3 open roles with published pay from 2 employers in Las Vegas. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Las Vegas.
Do I need a Nevada license to work in Las Vegas as a medical assistant?
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Las Vegas in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 16 active primary care shortage designations that include Clark 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 Las Vegas?
The federal per diem benchmark in Las Vegas is $134 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,540 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place medical assistants in Las Vegas?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Las Vegas and across Nevada. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Las Vegas.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- University of Southern CaliforniaLAS VEGAS, NV · 2 postings$24.12/ hr$18–$31
- LifePoint HealthElko, NV · 2 postings$24.31/ hr$18–$31
- 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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2What they are offering now
Low$18Median$24.31High$31
6 Medical Assistant postings with published pay in Nevada, 6 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 6 Medical Assistant roles
- Medical Assistant, CertifiedPermanent$18.00–$30.62/ hour
- Medical Assistant - LV Trop. Family Med Cl - Full Time 10 Hour Rotating Shift (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)Permanent$17.50–$27.01/ hour
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