Medical Assistant Jobs in Iowa

Medical Assistant jobs in Iowa are open across Iowa City, Mason City, and Des Moines and other Iowa metros, with employers like Trinity Health, The University of Iowa, and Great River Health hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles168+
Top employerTrinity Health
Top cityIowa City, IA
Cities hiring37
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Trinity Health
Medical Assistant (MA)/LPN
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Medical Assistant (MA)/LPN
Trinity Health
Mason City, Iowa
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Nursing
On-Site
Other
10,000+

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Medical Assistant (MA)/LPN
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Medical Assistant (MA)/LPN
Trinity Health
New Hampton, Iowa
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Nursing
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Trinity Health
Medical Assistant
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Added 2d ago
Medical Assistant
Trinity Health
Davenport, Iowa
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Trinity Health
Medical Assistant/ LPN
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Medical Assistant/ LPN
Trinity Health
Des Moines, Iowa
Nursing
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Medical Assistant/ LPN
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Medical Assistant/ LPN
Trinity Health
Waukee, Iowa
Nursing
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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Medical Assistant Jobs by City in Iowa

Where Iowa roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Iowa City
19 jobs
Mason City
18 jobs
Des Moines
17 jobs
Waterloo
14 jobs
Pleasant Hill
13 jobs
Bettendorf
12 jobs
West Des Moines
7 jobs
Carroll
6 jobs
Davenport
6 jobs

Medical Assistant Job Market in Iowa

A snapshot from current Iowa openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Trinity Health
    Trinity Health128
  • The University of Iowa
    The University of Iowa17
  • Great River Health
    Great River Health5
  • Sioux Center Health
    Sioux Center Health3
  • St. Anthony Regional Hospital
    St. Anthony Regional Hospital3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services148
  • Education19
  • Insurance6
  • Non-Profit & Social Services1

What Iowa Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in medical assistant jobs across Iowa.

  • Active CMA, RMA, or CCMA certification from an accredited program
  • Proficiency with an electronic health record system such as Epic or Athenahealth
  • Demonstrated clinical skills including phlebotomy, injections, and vital signs
  • High school diploma or GED plus completion of an accredited medical assistant program
  • Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification
  • One or more years of clinical or ambulatory care experience in a patient-facing role

Medical Assistant Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions

How many medical assistant jobs are there in Iowa?

There are 168+ medical assistant openings in Iowa on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Iowa City, Mason City, and Des Moines. New positions post regularly as employers across Iowa hire.

How much do medical assistants make in Iowa?

Medical assistants in Iowa earn a median of about $45,480 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $36,730 for the lowest 10% to over $54,960 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Iowa cities have the most medical assistant jobs?

Iowa City, Mason City, and Des Moines have the most medical assistant openings in Iowa right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire medical assistants in Iowa?

Employers hiring medical assistants in Iowa include Trinity Health, The University of Iowa, and Great River Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote medical assistant jobs in Iowa?

Yes. About 0% of medical assistant openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Iowa metros.

How do I apply for medical assistant jobs in Iowa?

You can apply to medical assistant jobs in Iowa directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Iowa location, then apply to each one that fits.

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