Utah Medical Assistant Schools and Careers

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If a career as a medical assistant (MA) in Utah strongly appeals to you then you will be happy to know that the demand for MA’s has been steadily on the increase over the last decade and is projected to grow by a further 29% over the coming years. In fact it is predicted that an additional 183,900 jobs will be created in the sector between 2016 and 2024.

This is much faster than average when compared with other roles in the healthcare industry.

How to become a Medical Assistant in Utah;

If you wish to pursue a career as a MA in Utah you will need to first complete a high school diploma. In order to become fully certified (CMA) you will also need to have graduated from an accredited program.

Certification is not essential but it is generally preferred by employers.

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Accredited Medical Assistant Programs in Utah

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Bridgerland Applied Technology CollegeLoganRequest Information
Davis Applied Technology CollegeKaysvilleRequest Information
Latter Day Saints Business CollegeSalt Lake CityRequest Information
OgdenOgdenRequest Information
Salt Lake Community CollegeWest JordanRequest Information
Stevens Henager CollegeLoganRequest Information
Stevens Henager CollegeWest HavenRequest Information
Stevens Henager CollegeOremRequest Information

Listed above are the top accredited MA programs in Utah.

Accreditation may be granted either by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).

Medical Assistant Certification Utah

Medical assistant certification (CMA) is awarded by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA). Certification is granted following the successful completion of certification exams.

Only graduates of accredited MA programs are eligible to apply to take the certification exams. Applicants are also typically required to complete an unpaid internship as part of the certification process.

Certification is not essential in Utah but it will certainly enhance a candidates employment and career prospects.

Medical Assistant Salary in Utah

Average Salary$32,010
Hourly Wage$15.39
Top 10% of Earners$39,880
Bottom 10% of Earners$25,130
#'s Employed7,180

According to the most recent Bureau for Labor Statistics data there are currently 7,180 people employed as MAs in Utah with an average salary of $32,010.

This equates to $15.39 per hour and is 2.6% below the national average.

The top 10% of earners for the career in Utah have an annual income of $39,880 whilst the bottom 10% earned $25,130.

Salary and Employment Data for main cities in Utah

AreaSalaryHourly Wage# Employed
Logan$30,730$14.78370
Ogden-Clearfield$31,300$15.051,900
Provo-Orem$30,090$14.471,020
Salt Lake City$33,070$15.902,990
St. George$32,950$15.84430

Related Healthcare Careers in Utah

Medical assistants in Utah earn 7.7% more than nursing assistants there and 8.8% less than emergency medical technicians and paramedics.

View the table below for more detailed career comparisons.

Salary# Employed
Medical Assistant$32,0107,180
Nursing Assistant$29,7203,290
EMT$35,1001,950
Home Health Aide$25,1504330
Surgical Tech$42,4101,230
Dental Assistant$30,2705,220
Physician Assistant$101,7401,180

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