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Medical Assistant Jobs in Washington

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Washington's healthcare industry employs approximately 400,000 workers in a state dominated by Seattle's healthcare giants. UW Medicine provides academic leadership with #1 primary care ranking. Providence, Swedish, and MultiCare compete across the Puget Sound. The state ranks 12th in health outcomes. No state income tax maximizes take-home pay despite higher cost of living. Tech industry presence influences healthcare innovation. Eastern Washington offers affordable alternatives to Seattle.

2,800+
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$50K
Median Salary
9%
Job Growth
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Medical Assistant Jobs in Washington

Who This Training Is For

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

Washington Healthcare Industry

Understanding the WA healthcare job market:

Washington's healthcare industry employs approximately 400,000 workers in a state dominated by Seattle's healthcare giants. UW Medicine provides academic leadership with #1 primary care ranking. Providence, Swedish, and MultiCare compete across the Puget Sound. The state ranks 12th in health outcomes. No state income tax maximizes take-home pay despite higher cost of living. Tech industry presence influences healthcare innovation. Eastern Washington offers affordable alternatives to Seattle.

400,000
Healthcare Workers
100
Hospitals
#12
Health Ranking
118.7%
Cost of Living

Medical Assistant Salary in Washington

WA salary ranges by experience level:

Salary by Experience

Entry-Level
(0-1 years)
$38,000
Mid-Level
(2-4 years)
$50,000
Experienced
(5+ years)
$56,000

What Affects Your Salary

Seattle pays highest in America—among top CMA wages nationally. No state income tax adds 5-9% to take-home pay. Cost of living at 119% requires high wages. Spokane and Eastern WA offer affordability. Multiple competing Seattle systems drive wages. Tech influence creates innovation premium.

Top Medical Assistant Employers in Washington

Washington features competing Seattle systems and statewide networks:

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WA Job Market by Region

Where the jobs are in Washington:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MA jobs in Washington:

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Start Your Clinical Healthcare Career in Washington

Washington's healthcare industry employs approximately 400,000 workers in a state dominated by Seattle's healthcare giants. UW Medicine provides academic leadership with #1 primary care ranking. Providence, Swedish, and MultiCare compete across the Puget Sound. The state ranks 12th in health outcomes. No state income tax maximizes take-home pay despite higher cost of living. Tech industry presence influences healthcare innovation. Eastern Washington offers affordable alternatives to Seattle.

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