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Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Neurology
Tenet Healthcare · Boynton Beach, FL
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Medical Assistant jobs in Boynton Beach, FL
The median medical assistant pay in the Boynton Beach area is $21.40 per hour ($44,520 a year), with the typical range running from $18.08 to $22.97. That ranks 118th of 380 U.S. metro areas for medical assistant pay, and 321st of 339 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Boynton Beach. The free report below lists employers near Boynton Beach and what they pay.
- $21.40median pay per hour, Miami
- $18–$23typical range per hour
- 17,560medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 114cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Medical Assistant roles in Boynton Beach
3 more open roles from employers in Boynton Beach. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Medical Assistant, General Vascular Surgery, $3,000 Bonus, FT, 8:30A-5P
Baptist Health South Florida · Boynton Beach, FL
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PermanentPosted 22 days ago
Medical Assistant Front Desk, Marcus Neuro Institute Boynton Beach, $3,000 Bonus, FT, 8A-4:30P
Baptist Health South Florida · Boynton Beach, FL
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Medical Assistant pay in Boynton Beach, FL
The metro median is 8% above the Florida statewide median of $19.90 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 17,560 medical assistants employed in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metro area, 6.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.23).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.63 | $36,670 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.08 | $37,610 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Median | $21.40 | $44,520 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.97 | $47,780 | 8% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $24.93 | $51,850 | 17% above U.S. median |
How Boynton Beach ranks
- 118th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 321st of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 20 Florida metro areas
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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- Overall prices in Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach run 14% above the U.S. average (index 114.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 56% above the U.S. average (index 155.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $21.40 median hour buys what $18.75 buys at the national price level, 12% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Boynton Beach paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$770
- Per year: $38,520
- Per month: $3,210
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Boynton Beach
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $184 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,890 |
| 13-week assignment | $24,570 |
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 Florida
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Boynton Beach as they open.
PermanentPosted today
Medical Assistant - CMA - Telehealth Support
BrightSpring Health Services · Jacksonville, FL
$19.00–$22.00/ hour
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Medical Assistant | Multiple Specialties & Locations | First Physicians Group
Sarasota Memorial Health Care System · Sarasota, FL
$20.50–$28.90/ hour
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Hospitals in Boynton Beach
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Boynton Beach, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethesda Hospital East Boynton Beach, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Neurobehavioral Hospital Of The Palm Beaches-South Boynton Beach, FL | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Palm Beach County
HRSA lists 6 active primary care shortage designations that include Palm Beach County (1 population-group, 5 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 21 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Medical Assistant pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delray Beach, FL | 5 mi | $21.40/hr | 70,140 |
| Boca Raton, FL | 11 mi | $21.40/hr | 102,238 |
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License and tax basics in Florida
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Florida does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Boynton Beach
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Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in Boynton Beach, FL?
Medical Assistants in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metro area have a median pay of $21.40 per hour, about $44,520 a year. The middle half earn between $18.08 and $22.97 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Boynton Beach a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach ranks 321st of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 118th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% above the U.S. average.
Where do medical assistants work in Boynton Beach?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Boynton Beach, led by Bethesda Hospital East. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Boynton Beach as a medical assistant?
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Boynton Beach in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 6 active primary care shortage designations that include Palm Beach County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Boynton Beach?
The federal per diem benchmark in Boynton Beach is $184 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,890 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place medical assistants in Boynton Beach?
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Your Medical Assistant pay reportBoynton Beach, FL · employer-reported wage offers in federal filings, July 2025 – June 2026
1Pay for your role at other employers
- Florida Physician Specialties, LLCJacksonville, FL · 1 wage offer$21.63/ hr$22–$22
- Epe, LLC.Miami, FL · 1 wage offer$18.75/ hr$19–$19
- New Face MD LLCMiami, FL · 1 wage offer$18.75/ hr$19–$19
- San Jose Clinic PAJacksonville, FL · 1 wage offer$18.50/ hr$18–$18
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$18Median$18.50High$19
7 employer-reported wage offers for Medical Assistant in federal filings in Florida, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 2 Medical Assistant roles
- Medical Assistant - CMA - Telehealth SupportPermanent$19.00–$22.00/ hour
- Medical Assistant | Multiple Specialties & Locations | First Physicians GroupPermanent$20.50–$28.90/ hour
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