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Medical Assistant (MA, EMT, CNA) - Primary Care
Hartford HealthCare · Bristol, CT
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Medical Assistant jobs in Bristol, CT
Medical Assistants in Connecticut earn a median of $22.36 per hour, about $46,500 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $20.54 and $23.68. That is 5% above the U.S. median of $21.25 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Bristol. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Bristol.
- $22.36median pay per hour, Connecticut
- $21–$24typical range per hour
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1 more open role from employers in Bristol. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Medical Assistant pay in Bristol, CT
Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 9,750 medical assistants employed in Connecticut.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.13 | $37,710 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $20.54 | $42,720 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.36 | $46,500 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.68 | $49,250 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $28.31 | $58,880 | 33% above U.S. median |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Medical Assistants (SOC 31-9092), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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Estimated weekly gross$805
- Per year: $40,248
- Per month: $3,354
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Connecticut. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Bristol
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $138 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,526 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,838 |
Travel medical assistant assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Open Medical Assistant roles in Connecticut
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Bristol as they open.
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Medical Assistant - Neurosurgery
Trinity Health · NESF, CT
$18.70–$28.05/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
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Medical Assistant - Neurology
Trinity Health · NESF, CT
$18.70–$28.05/ hour
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Certified Medical Assistant
One Medical · Darien, CT
$24.00–$26.00/ hour
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Medical Assistant
Trinity Health · NESF, CT
$20.00–$28.05/ hour
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Medical Assistant
Trinity Health · NESF, CT
$20.00–$28.05/ hour
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Medical Assistant $3500 Sign on Bonus
GoHealth Urgent Care · Torrington South Main, CT
$20.00–$25.50/ hour
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Hospitals in Bristol
CMS lists 1 hospital in Bristol, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol Hospital Bristol, CT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Medical Assistant pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Britain, CT | 8 mi | $22.36/hr | 75,871 |
| Waterbury, CT | 10 mi | $22.02/hr | 115,908 |
| Meriden, CT | 13 mi | $22.36/hr | 60,849 |
| Hartford, CT | 15 mi | $22.59/hr | 122,129 |
| New Haven, CT | 26 mi | $22.16/hr | 137,562 |
| West Haven, CT | 28 mi | $22.36/hr | 55,379 |
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License and tax basics in Connecticut
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Connecticut taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in Bristol, CT?
Medical Assistants in Connecticut have a median pay of $22.36 per hour, about $46,500 a year. The middle half earn between $20.54 and $23.68 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do medical assistants work in Bristol?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Bristol, led by Bristol Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Connecticut license to work in Bristol as a medical assistant?
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Bristol?
The federal per diem benchmark in Bristol is $138 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,526 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place medical assistants in Bristol?
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Your Medical Assistant pay reportBristol, CT · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- One MedicalDarien, CT · 3 postings$25.00/ hr$24–$28
- Trinity HealthNESF, CT · 10 postings$23.38/ hr$19–$28
- GoHealth Urgent CareMeriden, CT · 19 postings$22.12/ hr$20–$26
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$20Median$22.12High$28
32 Medical Assistant postings with published pay in Connecticut, 32 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 32 Medical Assistant roles
- Medical Assistant - NeurosurgeryPermanent$18.70–$28.05/ hour
- Medical Assistant - NeurologyPermanent$18.70–$28.05/ hour
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