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Medical Assistant Jobs in Arizona

$41K median salary • Top employers hiring now

Arizona's healthcare industry employs over 340,000 workers and generates $42 billion annually—one of the state's fastest-growing sectors. The Phoenix metro alone adds 50,000+ new residents yearly, driving unprecedented healthcare expansion. Banner Health dominates with 30+ hospitals, while Mayo Clinic's Arizona campus brings world-class research. Tucson anchors southern Arizona with Banner University Medical Center and El Rio Community Health. The state's retiree population and Sun Corridor growth ensure sustained healthcare demand.

2,800+
Annual Jobs
$41K
Median Salary
10%
Job Growth
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Medical Assistant Jobs in Arizona

Who This Training Is For

Ideal for candidates with prior MA clinical experience who need certification to validate their skills for Arizona 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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EHired does NOT place, arrange, or supervise externships. All externships are self-managed. You are responsible for identifying and securing your own externship site.

Arizona Healthcare Industry

Understanding the AZ healthcare job market:

Arizona's healthcare industry employs over 340,000 workers and generates $42 billion annually—one of the state's fastest-growing sectors. The Phoenix metro alone adds 50,000+ new residents yearly, driving unprecedented healthcare expansion. Banner Health dominates with 30+ hospitals, while Mayo Clinic's Arizona campus brings world-class research. Tucson anchors southern Arizona with Banner University Medical Center and El Rio Community Health. The state's retiree population and Sun Corridor growth ensure sustained healthcare demand.

340,000
Healthcare Workers
128
Hospitals
#29
Health Ranking
102.2%
Cost of Living

Medical Assistant Salary in Arizona

AZ salary ranges by experience level:

Salary by Experience

Entry-Level
(0-1 years)
$34,000
Mid-Level
(2-4 years)
$41,000
Experienced
(5+ years)
$50,000

What Affects Your Salary

Phoenix pays highest with Banner and Mayo competing for clinical talent. Tucson offers university wages with lower cost of living. Bilingual Spanish adds $2,500-$4,500 premium. Mayo Clinic positions command top dollar but are competitive. Specialty clinics (cardiology, dermatology, orthopedics) often pay above general practice.

Top Medical Assistant Employers in Arizona

Arizona's rapidly expanding healthcare market features regional giants actively recruiting CMAs:

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AZ Job Market by Region

Where the jobs are in Arizona:

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Start Your Clinical Healthcare Career in Arizona

Arizona's healthcare industry employs over 340,000 workers and generates $42 billion annually—one of the state's fastest-growing sectors. The Phoenix metro alone adds 50,000+ new residents yearly, driving unprecedented healthcare expansion. Banner Health dominates with 30+ hospitals, while Mayo Clinic's Arizona campus brings world-class research. Tucson anchors southern Arizona with Banner University Medical Center and El Rio Community Health. The state's retiree population and Sun Corridor growth ensure sustained healthcare demand.

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