Medical Assistant (MA) in Little Rock, AR
Salary data, training programs, and job outlook for Little Rock-area Medical Assistant (MA)s
💰 Little Rock Area Salary
Salaries vary by employer, experience, and certifications. Little Rock figures based on regional BLS data and cost-of-living adjustments.
📋 About Medical Assistant (MA) Work in Little Rock
Medical Assistants work in doctor's offices and clinics doing both clinical tasks (vitals, injections, EKGs) and administrative duties (scheduling, billing). It's one of the fastest-growing careers in America — over 100,000 new jobs added per year.
What You Do Day-to-Day
- Take patient vitals and medical history
- Administer injections and prepare medications
- Perform EKGs and phlebotomy
- Schedule appointments and manage records
- Process insurance claims and referrals
🎓 Training Programs Near Little Rock
- NorthWest Arkansas Community College — Bentonville
- University of Arkansas – Pulaski Technical College — North Little Rock
- South Arkansas Community College — El Dorado
- National Park College — Hot Springs
- Black River Technical College — Pocahontas
📈 Job Outlook
National Growth: 16% (Much faster than average)
National Jobs: 760K employed nationwide
Credential Required: CMA (AAMA) or RMA (AMT)
Typical Program: Medical Assisting Certificate or Diploma — 9–18 months