Medical Assistant Jobs Pennsylvania | $42K Salary | 4,600+ Openings

Who This Training Is For

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

Externship Disclaimer

EHired does NOT place, arrange, or supervise externships. All externships are self-managed. You are responsible for identifying and securing your own externship site.

Pennsylvania Healthcare Industry

Understanding the PA healthcare job market:

Pennsylvania's healthcare industry employs over 750,000 workers in a state with two major healthcare corridors. UPMC and Penn Medicine represent globally competitive academic powerhouses. Philadelphia anchors eastern PA while Pittsburgh dominates the west. The state ranks 27th in health outcomes with varied regional performance. Pennsylvania's affordability (especially Pittsburgh) makes healthcare careers financially attractive. Major academic centers compete for talent driving strong wages.

750,000

Healthcare Workers

205

Hospitals

#27

Health Ranking

101.7%

Cost of Living

Medical Assistant Salary in Pennsylvania

PA salary ranges by experience level:

Salary by Experience

Entry-Level

(0-1 years)

$32,000

Mid-Level

(2-4 years)

$42,000

Experienced

(5+ years)

$52,000

What Affects Your Salary

Philadelphia pays highest reflecting NYC-adjacent market. UPMC sets Pittsburgh wages with global employer scale. Cost of living varies dramatically—Pittsburgh is 89% of national average while Philadelphia is 110%+. Academic centers pay premiums. Lehigh Valley competitive. Rural PA pays less but affordable. Union positions available at many facilities.

Top Medical Assistant Employers in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania features two globally competitive healthcare corridors:

PA Job Market by Region

Where the jobs are in Pennsylvania:

Region	Annual Openings	% of State

Success Stories from Pennsylvania

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MA jobs in Pennsylvania:

Medical Assistant Jobs in Pennsylvania