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Medical Assistant Jobs in Alabama

$38K median salary • Top employers hiring now

Alabama's healthcare industry employs over 260,000 workers, representing 9.4% of the state's workforce. The sector generates $32 billion annually and continues growing as the population ages. Birmingham anchors the state's medical economy with UAB Medicine—a top-20 academic medical center—while regional systems serve growing metros like Huntsville and Mobile. Rural health remains a priority with 72 critical access hospitals serving underserved communities.

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Medical Assistant Jobs in Alabama

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Ideal for candidates with prior MA clinical experience who need certification to validate their skills for Alabama employers.

New to healthcare? You're welcome to enroll, but be aware: if you have no prior clinical experience, you must complete a Self-Managed 100-Hour Externship on your own to satisfy the program's practical component and prepare for the certification exam.

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Alabama Healthcare Industry

Understanding the AL healthcare job market:

Alabama's healthcare industry employs over 260,000 workers, representing 9.4% of the state's workforce. The sector generates $32 billion annually and continues growing as the population ages. Birmingham anchors the state's medical economy with UAB Medicine—a top-20 academic medical center—while regional systems serve growing metros like Huntsville and Mobile. Rural health remains a priority with 72 critical access hospitals serving underserved communities.

260,000
Healthcare Workers
107
Hospitals
#46
Health Ranking
88.3%
Cost of Living

Medical Assistant Salary in Alabama

AL salary ranges by experience level:

Salary by Experience

Entry-Level
(0-1 years)
$30,000
Mid-Level
(2-4 years)
$38,500
Experienced
(5+ years)
$48,000

What Affects Your Salary

Location significantly impacts CMA wages—Birmingham pays 15-20% above rural areas. UAB and academic centers offer premium compensation plus state benefits. Specialty clinics (cardiology, dermatology, orthopedics) often pay above general practice. Bilingual Spanish skills add $1,500-$2,500. Phlebotomy and EKG certifications command additional premiums. Cost of living at 88.3% of national average means salaries stretch further.

Top Medical Assistant Employers in Alabama

Alabama's healthcare landscape offers diverse CMA opportunities from academic powerhouses to community clinics. These top 10 employers actively recruit CMAs:

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AL Job Market by Region

Where the jobs are in Alabama:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MA jobs in Alabama:

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Start Your Clinical Healthcare Career in Alabama

Alabama's healthcare industry employs over 260,000 workers, representing 9.4% of the state's workforce. The sector generates $32 billion annually and continues growing as the population ages. Birmingham anchors the state's medical economy with UAB Medicine—a top-20 academic medical center—while regional systems serve growing metros like Huntsville and Mobile. Rural health remains a priority with 72 critical access hospitals serving underserved communities.

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