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Medical Assistant Training in Pennsylvania

Free online training • 9,200+ job openings • $36K average salary

9,200+

Job Openings

$36K

Avg Salary

8%

Job Growth

13.0M

Population

Start free with EHired Open Access Education. Build real-world clinical skills—vital signs, patient intake, infection control, fundamental and EKG overviews—then explore externships, jobs, and, upon completing requirements, the ability to challenge the AMCA Clinical Medical Assistant (CMAC) certification.

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✓ Free enrollment + self-paced
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✓ AMCA CMAC challenge support

Who this training is for

Ideal for candidates with prior clinical experience who want a structured path to AMCA certification without repeating basics they already know.

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. EHired provides Pennsylvania-specific resources to help you find opportunities, but placement is not guaranteed.

Open Access = Zero Tuition

EHired removes tuition barriers so you can explore healthcare training free. Pay only if you choose to register for a third-party certification exam.

Skills First, Not Just Test Prep

Train for real clinical workflows. When ready, you can challenge the AMCA CMAC certification once you complete requirements—our course is not presented merely as test prep.

Externships & Jobs

Use our state resources to identify externship options and entry-level roles while you study, so you can build experience.

Pennsylvania Medical Assistant Salary & Career Ladder

Medical Assistant is your entry point into healthcare. From here, you can advance to nursing, PA, or even medical school.

Entry Point

Medical Assistant

$36K

$30K - $48K

Next Step

LPN / RN

$78K

$62K - $98K

Advanced

BSN / MSN

$90K

$74K - $112K

Top Tier

PA / NP

$118K

$102K - $140K

Pennsylvania has world-class nursing programs at Penn, Pitt, Jefferson, and Villanova. PA programs at numerous institutions - Pennsylvania created the PA profession. Penn, Pitt, Jefferson, Temple, and Drexel medical schools for MD pathway. Philadelphia and Pittsburgh anchor major academic systems.

What You'll Learn

Our Medical Assistant curriculum prepares you for the AMCA Clinical Medical Assistant Coordinator (CMAC) certification exam.

1Patient Care Fundamentals

  • • Patient intake and registration
  • • Vital signs measurement (BP, pulse, temp, resp)
  • • Medical history documentation
  • • Patient positioning and preparation

2Clinical Procedures

  • • EKG/ECG basics
  • • Specimen collection
  • • Basic wound care
  • • Assisting with examinations

3Medical Knowledge

  • • Medical terminology
  • • Anatomy and physiology basics
  • • Pharmacology fundamentals
  • • Disease processes overview

4Administrative Skills

  • • Electronic Health Records (EHR)
  • • Appointment scheduling
  • • Insurance and billing basics
  • • Medical office procedures

5Safety & Compliance

  • • HIPAA compliance
  • • Infection control
  • • OSHA standards
  • • Medical ethics

6Professional Skills

  • • Patient communication
  • • Team collaboration
  • • Time management
  • • Professional demeanor

🎓 Certification Pathway

Upon completing your training, you'll be prepared to challenge the AMCA Clinical Medical Assistant Coordinator (CMAC) certification exam — a nationally recognized credential accepted by employers in Pennsylvania and across all 50 states.

Top Pennsylvania Employers Hiring Medical Assistants

These healthcare organizations actively recruit certified Medical Assistants

UPMC

Health System

200 Lothrop St, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Pennsylvania's largest employer and health system. UPMC Presbyterian, Shadyside, Magee flagships. Pitt medical school partner. Global healthcare leader.

Penn Medicine

Academic Health System

3400 Civic Center Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19104

University of Pennsylvania academic health system. Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania flagship. Perelman School of Medicine. Elite academic medicine.

Jefferson Health

Academic Health System

111 S 11th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Philadelphia region academic system. Thomas Jefferson University Hospital flagship. Sidney Kimmel Medical College. Extensive regional network.

Highmark Health

Health System

120 Fifth Avenue Pl, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Integrated health system and insurer. Allegheny Health Network hospitals including Allegheny General. Western PA leader.

Temple Health

Academic Health System

3401 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19140

Temple University academic health system. Temple University Hospital flagship. North Philadelphia anchor with safety-net mission.

Main Line Health

Health System

130 S Bryn Mawr Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010

Philadelphia Main Line health system. Lankenau, Bryn Mawr, Paoli hospitals. Suburban Philadelphia healthcare leader.

Geisinger

Health System

100 N Academy Ave, Danville, PA 17822

Central/Northeast PA health system and innovation leader. Geisinger Medical Center Danville flagship. Geisinger Commonwealth medical school.

WellSpan Health

Health System

45 Monument Rd, York, PA 17403

South-central PA health system. York Hospital flagship. Serves York, Adams, Franklin, and Lebanon counties.

Penn State Health

Academic Health System

500 University Dr, Hershey, PA 17033

Penn State academic health system. Milton S. Hershey Medical Center flagship. Central PA referral center.

Patient First

Urgent Care Chain

Various PA Locations

Regional urgent care chain across Pennsylvania. High-volume MA experience with consistent scheduling.

Pennsylvania Success Stories

“UPMC is Pennsylvania's largest employer - 92,000 employees globally. Pittsburgh is affordable with world-class medicine. Steel City healthcare renaissance.”

Maria R.

UPMC Career

Pittsburgh

UPMC

“Penn Medicine is Ivy League healthcare. HUP is elite academic environment. Philadelphia has amazing history, culture, and food.”

David T.

Penn Medicine Excellence

Philadelphia

Penn Medicine

“Jefferson created the PA profession - that legacy matters. Sidney Kimmel is world-class. Center City Philadelphia living.”

Ashley K.

Jefferson Health Journey

Philadelphia

Jefferson Health

“Geisinger is rural healthcare innovation leader. Central PA cost of living is unbeatable. They invest in technology and people.”

Tyler R.

Geisinger Success

Danville

Geisinger

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Medical Assistant training really free in Pennsylvania?
Yes. EHired offers free MA training to all Pennsylvania residents. You pay nothing to enroll or learn — no credit card, no FAFSA, no cosigners, no loans. The only payment is $1,500 when you feel ready and only if you wish to pursue AMCA MA certification.
How much do Medical Assistants make in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania Medical Assistants earn $36K on average. Entry-level positions start around $30K, with experienced MAs earning up to $48K. The career ladder extends to LPN/RN ($78K), BSN/MSN ($90K), PA ($118K), and MD/DO ($220K+).
Do I need clinical experience to start MA training?
No prior experience is required to enroll. However, if you are new to healthcare, you must complete a Self-Managed 100-Hour Externship to build hands-on clinical confidence. EHired does not arrange externships — students are responsible for securing their own clinical experiences.
Philadelphia vs Pittsburgh - which healthcare market is better?
Philadelphia has Penn Medicine, Jefferson, Temple with more academic positions. Pittsburgh has UPMC (92,000 employees) and Allegheny Health Network with lower cost of living. 9,200+ openings statewide. Both offer excellent advancement; lifestyle preference matters most.
What is the job outlook for Medical Assistants in Pennsylvania?
Strong. Medical Assistant positions are projected to grow 8% through 2034. Pennsylvania has 9,200+ current MA job openings. Healthcare is recession-resistant with consistent demand across physician practices, clinics, urgent care centers, and hospital outpatient departments.
Can I advance from MA to higher healthcare roles in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania has world-class nursing programs at Penn, Pitt, Jefferson, and Villanova. PA programs at numerous institutions - Pennsylvania created the PA profession. Penn, Pitt, Jefferson, Temple, and Drexel medical schools for MD pathway. Philadelphia and Pittsburgh anchor major academic systems.
What does a Medical Assistant do?
CMAs support healthcare providers with patient intake, vital signs, medical history documentation, assisting with examinations, basic wound care, specimen collection, EKG procedures, medication administration (non-IV), and front-office coordination. Duties vary by setting — physician offices, urgent care, specialty clinics, and hospital outpatient departments.

Start Your Medical Assistant Career in Pennsylvania

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Important: EHired provides free online training for the AMCA CMAC certification exam. Externship placement is the student's responsibility. EHired does not guarantee job placement. Salary and job opening data are estimates based on BLS, ZipRecruiter, and state workforce data; actual figures vary.