Medical Assistant
How this pay compares
This posting states $20–$24 an hour. Open medical assistant jobs in Massachusetts post a median of $24.96 an hour, the middle half $23.48–$26.27, across 250 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Medical assistants employed in Massachusetts earn a median of $23.78 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
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About the job
Are you looking for a meaningful career? Are you passionate about healthcare in your community? Do you enjoy helping people
Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center is one of the largest community health centers in Massachusetts serving Worcester, Framingham, Milford and the surrounding communities. We are a thriving and growing organization, and our team is expanding across sites to support this growth.
We are currently hiring a Medical Assistant based in Worcester. This position works with team members to provide high quality, safe, evidence-based care to pediatric and adult patients.
As an employer of choice, our inclusive workplace environment fosters teamwork, accountability and respect and supports the growth and development of each employee. We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace the richness of the cultures of our staff and community. You are a good fit for our team if you’re passionate about helping people live healthier lives and enjoy working in a supportive, team-based environment.
Salary Range: $20.00-24.00/Hour
*All Pay Rates are subject to Experience, License or Certification and Location*
Essential Functions
- Performs Office Visit Planning/reviews EHR prior to the start of the session and is part of a pre-visit huddle with team members
- Maintains a clean, orderly and safe environment for patients and visitors. Ensures exam rooms are kept clean, organized, and fully stocked
- Performs point-of-care testing, clinical procedures, and assessments according to Health Center policies and procedures
- Prepares patients for examinations, procedures, and treatments
- Assists providers and nurses in the collection, processing, and tracking of forms
- In collaboration with providers and the nurse manager, works with patient data to follow-up and track patient results
- Meets compliance and regulatory standards
- Participates in practice- and organization-wide training and quality improvement initiatives.
- Please note this position may require evening, weekend and/or holiday shifts on a rotating basis.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Completion of a Medical Assistant
- CPR certification
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on related experience
- Medical insurance starts on the first day of employment.
- Health center pays 80% of medical insurance premiums.
- Includes coverage for all individuals and most family types.
- Generous time off packages
- Dental and Vision insurance
- 403b Retirement Plan with employer match
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
From Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center
Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center hires nurses, advanced practice providers and physicians in Worcester, Milford and Framingham in Massachusetts.
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