Medical Assisting in Nevada
The healthcare field in Nevada is expected to grow over the next few years, with demand for medical assistants also increasing. Figures from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics show that there are 5,920 general, clinical and administrative medical assistants working in Nevada. The majority of these, 4,320, are employed in jobs in the Las Vegas area.
With regards to educational requirements, a high school diploma or GED is required, but certification is not necessary to work as a medical assistant in Nevada. However, those that hold a certification credential are most likely to get the best jobs and earn a higher wage.
On average, medical assistants across Nevada earn a salary of $31,740 per year, being paid an hourly wage of $15.26.
There is an active American Assocation of Medical Assistants (AAMA) state society in Nevada, although it does not have its own website and there are no local chapters.
Nevada Medical Assistant Schools and Programs
College of Southern Nevada
The College of Southern Nevada has several campuses where students can learn the multiple skills needed to be competent in administrative and clinical medical assisting duties, on a medical office assisting certificate of achievement program.
Certificate
- Length: 12 months
- Cost: $3,780
- Job Placement Rate: Not available
Everest College
At its Henderson campus, Everest College runs a medical assistant diploma program where students will be prepared for entry level medical assisting jobs by completing a mix of practical training, coursework and an externship.
Diploma
- Length: 41 weeks
- Cost: $20,652
- Job Placement Rate: 72%
