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Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants
O*NET 43-6013.00 · SOC 43-6013
Projected Growth
+7%
2024–2034
Median Salary
$42k
per year
Annual Openings
60k
positions/year
Education Level
Zone 2
Some preparation needed (high school or short training)
Education & How to Get In
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Job Zone 2
Some preparation needed (high school or short training)
Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants roles typically require a high school diploma or equivalent, with most training happening on the job. This makes it one of the more accessible career paths — you can often start working while earning certifications or completing short-term training programs.
Work Environment
Primary Setting
Structured — offices, data centers, or remote
Work Style
Independent — focused deep work with periodic team check-ins
Personality Fit (RIASEC)
Conventional (Organizers)6.7
Social (Helpers)4.1
Enterprising (Persuaders)3.2
Investigative (Thinkers)3.0
Realistic (Doers)2.3
Artistic (Creators)1.0
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