necessity. 1  something necessary or indispensable: food, shelter, and other necessities of life. 2  the fact of being necessary or indispensable; indispensability: the necessity of adequate housing. 3  an imperative requirement or need for something: the necessity for a quick decision.
The average income for a medical assistant in Baltimore is around $32,000. With experience and further training, the salary can go up to or beyond $43,000. There are certification programs that prepare students to take the Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) exam that is sponsored by American Medical Technologists.
The BLS also reports an average hourly wage for medical assistants of around $14 per hour, which can be substantially higher depending upon location and experience. Salaries are often accompanied by a full range of employment benefits, including vacation pay, health and dental insurance, retirement benefits, and more.