Medical Assistant
How this pay compares
This posting states $20–$24 an hour. Open medical assistant jobs in Massachusetts post a median of $24.95 an hour, the middle half $23.47–$26.16, across 254 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 (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab), 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
Medical Assistant
MFM Health is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Medical Assistant to join our Primary Care team. This full-time position plays a key role in delivering high-quality patient care by supporting providers with both clinical and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate is patient-centered, detail-oriented, and thrives in a fast-paced, team-based environment. Responsibilities include rooming patients, taking vital signs, documenting in the electronic health record (EMR), assisting with procedures, and ensuring smooth patient flow throughout the day. Strong communication skills, computer proficiency, and a commitment to exceptional customer service are essential to success in this role.
What We Offer
- Enhanced Benefits Package: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes discretionary paid time off to ensure a healthy work-life balance and a 401(k) plan with employer match.
- Professional Growth Environment: At MFM Health, we are committed to your professional development. We offer continuous opportunities for learning and career advancement in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities: including but not limited to:
- Room patients, take vitals, and provide support to the providers and nurses.
- Administer treatments/diagnostic tests as ordered by the provider (vaccinations, nebulizer, EKGs, Covid testing, etc.)
- Assist providers in physical examinations and/or procedures as necessary.
- Deliver care that is specific to the age of the patient.
- Provide safe patient care by demonstrating organizational skills that maintain and coordinate safe delivery of quality care for assigned patient/families.
- Participate in a culturally competent plan of care that identifies patient problems, expected outcomes, and addresses preventative measures.
- Contribute information provided by the patient or family for the assessment of health status to electronic medical record (EMR).
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
Schedule
- 8 hour shifts or 12 hour shifts
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend shifts - 1 weekend shift per month (8am to 12 noon) rotating schedule
Education
- High School or equivalent (required)
Experience
- Medical Assistant or EMT: 2 years (preferred)
- EMR systems: 1 year (preferred)
- Patient care: 2 years (preferred)
Pay Rate: $20 to $24 per hour; commensurate with experience
License/Certification
- Certified Medical Assistant (preferred)
About MFM Health
Our mission at MFM Health is to Make Lives Meaningfully Better. We are continually expanding our practice to provide quality, comprehensive, and compassionate care to patients on the North Shore and beyond. We are committed to hiring passionate individuals who are motivated to succeed in a collaborative, patient-centric culture. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, offering services 365 days a year, drive-thru healthcare, and on-site specialty teams and ancillary services.
At MFM Health, we offer excellent benefits, top-notch training, and a vibrant work environment. We believe in celebrating our employees' successes and regularly gather for company-wide parties and events to foster strong team connections. Join us as we continue to grow, investing in our people, programs, and technology to deliver legendary patient service and further our reputation as the provider, practice, and e mployer of choice!
From MFM Health's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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MFM Health hires medical assistants, advanced practice providers and nurses in Danvers, Middleton and Beverly in Massachusetts.
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