PermanentPosted 22 days ago
Medical Assistant (MA) - Neurodiagnostics Lab
Hartford HealthCare · New Britain, CT
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Medical Assistant jobs in New Britain, CT
The median medical assistant pay in Connecticut is $22.36 per hour ($46,500 a year), with the typical range running from $20.54 to $23.68. That is 5% above the U.S. median of $21.25 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in New Britain. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near New Britain.
- $22.36median pay per hour, Connecticut
- $21–$24typical range per hour
More open Medical Assistant roles in New Britain
1 more open role from employers in New Britain. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Medical Assistant pay in New Britain, 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 New Britain
| 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 New Britain as they open.
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Medical Assistant - Neurosurgery
Trinity Health · NESF, CT
$18.70–$28.05/ hour
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Medical Assistant - Neurology
Trinity Health · NESF, CT
$18.70–$28.05/ hour
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Certified Medical Assistant
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Medical Assistant
Trinity Health · NESF, CT
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Hospitals in New Britain
CMS lists 1 hospital in New Britain, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hospital Of Central Connecticut New Britain, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol, CT | 8 mi | $22.36/hr | 62,195 |
| Hartford, CT | 8 mi | $22.59/hr | 122,129 |
| Meriden, CT | 10 mi | $22.36/hr | 60,849 |
| Waterbury, CT | 15 mi | $22.02/hr | 115,908 |
| New Haven, CT | 26 mi | $22.16/hr | 137,562 |
| West Haven, CT | 29 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.
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Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in New Britain, 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 New Britain?
CMS lists 1 hospital in New Britain, led by The Hospital Of Central Connecticut. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Connecticut license to work in New Britain 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 New Britain?
The federal per diem benchmark in New Britain 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.
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Your Medical Assistant pay reportNew Britain, 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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