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Medical Assistant - (Pediatrics)
Sturdy Memorial Hospital · Attleboro, MA
$19.85–$30.05/ hour
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Medical Assistant jobs in Cranston, RI
The median medical assistant pay in the Cranston area is $22.04 per hour ($45,850 a year), with the typical range running from $20.02 to $22.78. 5 open roles with published pay are listed for Cranston and its metro area. The CMS hospital directory lists 13 hospitals in the Cranston metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Cranston.
- $22.04median pay per hour, Providence
- $20–$23typical range per hour
- 4,230medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 5open roles with published pay in the metro area
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Roles in other cities of the Providence-Warwick area.
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Medical Assistant - Surgical Services
Sturdy Memorial Hospital · Attleboro, MA
$17.64–$26.58/ hour
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Medical Assistant - Full time
Sturdy Memorial Hospital · Attleboro, MA
$19.85–$30.05/ hour
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Medical Assistant (M-F, Internal Medicine)
Sturdy Memorial Hospital · Attleboro, MA
$19.85–$30.05/ hour
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Medical Assistant - (OB/GYN - Attleboro)
Sturdy Memorial Hospital · Attleboro, MA
$19.85–$30.05/ hour
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The metro median is in line with the Rhode Island statewide median of $22.03 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 4,230 medical assistants employed in the Providence-Warwick metro area, 6.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.16).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.27 | $38,000 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $20.02 | $41,640 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.04 | $45,850 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.78 | $47,380 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $24.76 | $51,500 | 17% above U.S. median |
How Cranston ranks
- 84th of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 110th of 339 after adjusting for local prices
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.
What your pay buys in Cranston
- Overall prices in Providence-Warwick run 2% above the U.S. average (index 101.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.04 median hour buys what $21.66 buys at the national price level, 2% above 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 Cranston paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$793
- Per year: $39,672
- Per month: $3,306
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Providence-Warwick metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Cranston
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $154 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,638 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,294 |
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).
Hospitals in the Providence-Warwick area
CMS lists 13 hospitals in the Providence-Warwick area, 5 of the 10 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence Va Medical Center Providence, RI | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Rhode Island Hospital Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Southcoast Hospitals Group Fall River, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The Miriam Hospital Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Women & Infants Hospital Of Rhode Island Providence, RI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Kent County Memorial Hospital Warwick, RI | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Roger Williams Medical Center Providence, RI | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Anne's Hospital Fall River, MA | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Sturdy Memorial Hospital Attleboro, MA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Brown University Health Morton Hospital Taunton, MA | Acute care | For-profit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Providence County
HRSA lists 8 active primary care shortage designations that include Providence County (3 population-group, 5 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 17 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Providence, RI | 5 mi | $22.04/hr | 194,706 |
| Warwick, RI | 6 mi | $22.04/hr | 83,554 |
| Brockton, MA | 32 mi | $23.63/hr | 105,788 |
| Framingham, MA | 37 mi | $23.63/hr | 73,361 |
| Worcester, MA | 38 mi | $22.93/hr | 211,286 |
| Weymouth Town, MA | 41 mi | $23.63/hr | 60,159 |
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License and tax basics in Rhode Island
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Rhode Island requires for your role with the Rhode Island 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 Cranston, RI?
Medical Assistants in the Providence-Warwick metro area have a median pay of $22.04 per hour, about $45,850 a year. The middle half earn between $20.02 and $22.78 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Cranston a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
Providence-Warwick ranks 110th of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 84th of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring medical assistants in Cranston?
We list 5 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in the Providence-Warwick area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Cranston.
Do I need a Rhode Island license to work in Cranston as a medical assistant?
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Rhode Island requires for your role with the Rhode Island licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Cranston in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 8 active primary care shortage designations that include Providence 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 Cranston?
The federal per diem benchmark in Cranston is $154 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,638 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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