Medical assistants work inside in a clean, well-lighted environment. Assistants continually interact with people. They often handle several responsibilities at once. Full-time assistants usually work 40 hours a week. Some assistants work part time, evenings, or weekends.
Wages vary with level of training, experience and location.
Entry level wages may be lower. Pay varies widely with the worker's area of the country, experience, and skill level. Wages are higher in the Northeast and West. Full-time medical assistants generally receive benefits. Common benefits include health insurance, sick leave, and paid vacation.