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Medical Assistant Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Medizinische/r Fachangestellte/r

The vocational training to become a Medical Assistant is a 3-year recognized profession in the healthcare sector. You will work in doctor's offices, clinics, or medical care centers, supporting doctors with patient care and administrative tasks. This profession requires empathy, organizational skills, and precise work.

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What you do

  • Receive patients, manage appointments, and prepare patient files
  • Assist doctors during examinations and treatments
  • Take blood samples, administer injections, and change dressings
  • Sterilize medical instruments and prepare examination rooms
  • Inform patients about treatments and preparations
  • Handle billing and manage medical correspondence
  • Adhere to hygiene regulations and manage material inventory

Requirements

  • At least a secondary school leaving certificate (e.g., Realschulabschluss)
  • Very good German language skills (B2 level)
  • Empathy, friendliness, and communication skills
  • Organizational talent and a sense of responsibility
  • Interest in medical topics and human anatomy
  • Discretion and reliability in handling patient data
  • Resilience and the ability to work under pressure

Career prospects

  1. 1Specialization in various medical fields (e.g., dermatology, cardiology)
  2. 2Further training to become a Certified Specialist in Health and Social Services (Fachwirt/in)
  3. 3Advancement to Practice Manager or Team Leader
  4. 4Further education in specialized medical assistant roles (e.g., surgical assistant, endoscopy assistant)
  5. 5Opportunity to pursue higher education (e.g., Health Management, Nursing Science) with the appropriate university entrance qualification

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Medical Assistant Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 1,100 to 1,300 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

What German level do I need for a Medical Assistant Ausbildung?

Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Medical Assistant Ausbildung?

At least a secondary school leaving certificate (e.g., Realschulabschluss); Very good German language skills (B2 level); Empathy, friendliness, and communication skills; Organizational talent and a sense of responsibility.

Where can I find open Medical Assistant Ausbildung positions?

Right now there are 193 open positions at 174 companies, for example at Heisler Prüter Klatt & von Randow GbR, Bundeswehr Standort, and Region Berlin.

How to apply as a Medical Assistant

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

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Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.