How much does a Medical Assistant I make in San Jose, CA? The average Medical Assistant I salary in San Jose, CA is $54,907 as of March 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $49,985 and $60,339. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Medical Assistant I

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Job Openings for Medical Assistant I in San Jose, CA
Clinica Sierra Vista - Bakersfield , CA
The Medical Assistant I will function within the scope of practice as described by the State of California Board. Essential Functions: * Perform routine patient care functions as prescribed by ...
Lensa - 21 days ago
Unavailable - Red Bluff , CA
Working knowledge of state supported programs specific to rural health clinics and Medical Assistant certification
Lensa - Today
Medical Assistant Position in west Phoenix, AZ Full-Time: 40 hours/week Located Near I-17/ Dunlap Full Benefits Package, including 401K Generous PTO/Sick Time (4+ weeks) Plus 1 Floating Holiday ...
Lensa - 4 days ago
No experience required for the Level I position. Applicants must possess knowledge of the general ... medical ethics. Substitution Allowed: Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum ...
Lensa - 1 day ago
Hawaii Pacific Health - Honolulu , HI
The Straub Hawai'i Kai Family Health Center covers 12,000 square feet of patient care area and ... As a Medical Assistant in our Family Practice, you will join the dedicated team of physicians and ...
Lensa - 1 day ago
Actalent - Torrance , CA
Back Office Medical Assistant We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Medical Assistant to join our ... DE&I are embedded into our culture through: * Hiring diverse talent * Maintaining an inclusive ...
Lensa - Today

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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
49985
60339
54907

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
50030
60468
54970
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Medical Assistant I in San Jose, CA. The base salary for Medical Assistant I ranges from $49,985 to $60,339 with the average base salary of $54,907. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $50,030 to $60,468 with the average total cash compensation of $54,970.

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About San Jose, California    San Jose is located at 37°20′07″N 121°53′31″W / 37.335278°N 121.891944°W / 37.335278; -121.891944. According to the United States Census Bureau, th....More

San Jose, California  area prices were up 2.9% from a year ago

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Skills associated with Medical Assistant I: Patient Care

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