Updated 2026-04-22 · BLS OEWS May 2024

Medical Assistant jobs in San Francisco, CA

142 medical assistants employed in metro (BLS May 2024) · $54,012 median · 41% above the national median.

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  • Pay data sourced from BLS OEWS May 2024.

Medical Assistant pay in San Francisco, CA

The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the San Francisco metro. Half of Medical Assistants earn inside that band.

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $42,744 $54,012 $67,582
25th$42,744 Median$54,012 75th$67,582 vs US41% above the national median

Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics, May 2024 OEWS estimates. Full Medical Assistant salary guide →

Medical Assistant pay bands in San Francisco by seniority

The cards below are illustrative pay-band examples — not live postings. Each shows the typical salary range you can expect at that seniority level, derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro. When Jobeezy matches you to a real opening, we auto-apply on your behalf.

Staff Medical Assistant

Typical staff band in San Francisco
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Francisco, CA
Typical pay range
$44,289–$61,357
Common on
iCIMS

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Staff Medical Assistant

Typical staff band in San Francisco
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Francisco, CA
Typical pay range
$49,961–$62,329
Common on
Lever

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Staff Medical Assistant

Typical staff band in San Francisco
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Francisco, CA
Typical pay range
$49,150–$66,218
Common on
Workday

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Senior Medical Assistant

Typical senior band in San Francisco
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Francisco, CA
Typical pay range
$51,581–$65,246
Common on
iCIMS

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Entry Level Medical Assistant

Typical entry level band in San Francisco
Example (illustrative)
Location
San Francisco, CA
Typical pay range
$45,100–$62,329
Common on
Greenhouse

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Medical Assistant Career Ladder — San Francisco Metro

Expected pay at each step, scaled to San Francisco’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.

  1. Entry Medical Assistant0–2 yrs$38,888
  2. Mid Medical Assistant2–5 yrs$51,311
  3. Senior Medical Assistant5–8 yrs$64,814
  4. Staff Medical Assistant8–12 yrs$78,317
  5. Lead Medical Assistant12+ yrs$91,820

Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2024 occupational percentiles for 15-xxxx codes.

Employers in the Medical Assistant hiring market in San Francisco

  • Mercy Health
  • Ascension
  • Tenet
  • HCA Healthcare
  • CommonSpirit

Representative large employers for this occupation industry. Jobeezy auto-applies when any qualifying opening posts at these or other employers on Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, or iCIMS.

How employers in San Francisco post Medical Assistant jobs

Employers in the San Francisco metro typically post Medical Assistant roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:

What San Francisco Employers Actually Ask Medical Assistants

Pulled from O*NET work-activities and real interview patterns for this occupation. Practice all four with Jobeezy’s InterviewRide drills.

  • Technical

    Walk me through your day-to-day workflow in this role. How do you structure your time?

    Evaluates time management, self-organization, and maturity in the role. Look for clear priorities and discipline.

  • Technical

    What metrics do you use to measure your own performance in this position?

    Tests ownership and accountability. Good answers connect personal output to team and business outcomes.

  • Technical

    How do you stay current with changes in your field?

    Learning agility signal. Regular reading, communities of practice, certifications, peer networks.

  • Technical

    Describe the most complex project you've worked on in this field. What was your specific contribution?

    Depth probe. Interviewers check scope, ownership, and technical or domain sophistication.

Medical Assistant in San Francisco, CA — Common Questions

How much does a Medical Assistant earn in San Francisco, CA?
Median $54,012/yr. 25th–75th percentile runs $42,744–$67,582. Source: BLS OEWS May 2024.
How many Medical Assistant jobs are there in San Francisco?
BLS OEWS May 2024 reports approximately 142 Medical Assistant roles employed in the San Francisco metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do San Francisco employers use for Medical Assistant?
Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS account for the vast majority. Jobeezy reads all five directly so you can apply in one tap.
Does Jobeezy apply to Medical Assistant jobs for me?
Yes. Jobeezy matches your profile to Medical Assistant openings in San Francisco and submits on your behalf — no resume uploads, no repeat forms.

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