Medical Assistant
- BLS
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open medical assistant jobs in Mississippi post a median of $22.50 an hour, the middle half $18.75–$23.25, across 3 jobs that state their pay. Medical assistants employed in Mississippi earn a median of $17 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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Medical assistant jobs in our research
- How long these jobs stay listed: Median days to removal 24.0 days · Still listed at 7 days 81.0%
- Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 0.89x · Clicks 29
- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 48.0% · Stating an hourly rate 45.7%
From every open job we read and every apply click on this site, as of 11 Nov 2026. Every figure for Medical assistant jobs
About the job
Job Summary
Provides personal care assistance to patients under the direction of licensed personnel and Administrative Coordinator. Performs other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities
- Performs direct patient care duties as assigned under the direction of licensed personnel and physician.
- Assists in the performance of procedures for the patient population served in a manner that is consistent with established policies and procedures.
- Provides for patient safety.
- Perfroms clerical task and related duties.
- Completes assigned goals.
Specifications
Experience
Minimum Required
- Approved nursing or medical assistant course and/or on the job training.
Preferred/Desired
- Minimum of one year experience.
Education
Minimum Required
- Skill in communicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties.
Preferred/Desired
Training
Minimum Required
Preferred/Desired
Special Skills
Minimum Required
- Computer literacy.
Preferred/Desired
Licensure
Minimum Required
- BLS certification within 14 days of hire date
Preferred/Desired
From Baptist Memorial Health Care's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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