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Medical Administrative Assistant Jobs in Massachusetts

2800+ job openings • $50400 average salary • 6-8% job growth

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2800+

Annual Job Openings

$50400

Median Salary

6-8%

Annual Growth Rate

$0

Cost to Train

6-8

Weeks to Complete

Why Get Trained Before Applying for Massachusetts Jobs?

6-8 weeks

Faster hiring: Trained candidates are interview-ready.

+$2-4k

Higher salary: Certification adds $2,000-$4,000 to starting salary.

3x better

Job offers: Certified candidates receive 3x more job offers.

Train first (free), then apply to Massachusetts openings—and get hired faster.

Medical Administrative Assistant Job Market in Massachusetts

Why Massachusetts is Hiring

Boston is America's healthcare capital with more top-ranked hospitals than any other city. Mass General Brigham, Beth Israel, and Boston Medical Center dominate. Harvard and other academic affiliations create exceptional career paths. Western Massachusetts offers lower competition and cost of living.

Top Job Markets

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MAA Salary in Massachusetts

Salary by Experience Level

Entry-Level (Year 0-1)

$38000

Mid-Level (Year 1-3)

$50000

Senior (Year 3+)

$62000

What Affects Your Salary

Location (Boston 20-30% above Western MA), employer (Mass General, Dana-Farber pay premium), certifications (add $4,000-$6,000), bilingual Spanish/Portuguese (adds $3,000-$5,000).

Top 10 MAA Employers in Massachusetts

Top 10 employers hiring MAAs in Massachusetts account for 70% of all openings:

#1. Mass General Brigham

320

Locations: Boston, statewide - 16 hospitals

Address: 800 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02199

Phone: (617) 726-2000

Massachusetts's largest health system. Includes #1 Mass General and #6 Brigham hospitals nationally.

💡 World-class prestige, top national rankings, Harvard affiliation, excellent benefits.

#2. Beth Israel Lahey Health

220

Locations: Boston, Burlington, statewide - 13 hospitals

Address: 330 Brookline Avenue, Boston, MA 02215

Phone: (617) 667-7000

Major academic health system. Harvard teaching affiliate with research focus.

💡 Harvard affiliation, research environment, comprehensive benefits, career paths.

#3. Boston Medical Center

140

Locations: Boston

Address: 1 Boston Medical Center Place, Boston, MA 02118

Phone: (617) 638-8000

Boston's safety-net hospital. Boston University teaching affiliate with diverse patient population.

💡 BU affiliation, diverse experience, mission-driven, comprehensive benefits.

#4. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

75

Locations: Boston

Address: 450 Brookline Avenue, Boston, MA 02215

Phone: (617) 632-3000

Top-ranked cancer center nationally. Harvard affiliate with meaningful oncology mission.

💡 World-class cancer center, meaningful work, Harvard prestige, excellent benefits.

#5. UMass Memorial Health

130

Locations: Worcester, Central Massachusetts

Address: 55 Lake Avenue North, Worcester, MA 01655

Phone: (508) 334-1000

Central Massachusetts's largest health system. UMass Medical School affiliation.

💡 Worcester affordability, academic affiliation, state benefits, career growth.

#6. Baystate Health

95

Locations: Springfield, Western Massachusetts

Address: 759 Chestnut Street, Springfield, MA 01199

Phone: (413) 794-0000

Western Massachusetts's largest health system. UMass affiliate with lower cost of living.

💡 Western MA affordability, academic affiliation, regional leader, career paths.

#7. Tufts Medical Center

70

Locations: Boston

Address: 800 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02111

Phone: (617) 636-5000

Tufts University teaching hospital. Academic medical center in downtown Boston.

💡 Tufts affiliation, downtown Boston, academic environment, comprehensive benefits.

#8. Boston Children's Hospital

85

Locations: Boston

Address: 300 Longwood Avenue, Boston, MA 02115

Phone: (617) 355-6000

#1 children's hospital nationally. Harvard affiliate with meaningful pediatric mission.

💡 Top children's hospital, meaningful work, Harvard prestige, excellent benefits.

#9. Steward Health Care

110

Locations: Statewide - 9 Massachusetts hospitals

Address: 500 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02116

Phone: (617) onal-4000

Community hospital network across Massachusetts. Multiple locations and settings.

💡 Multiple locations, community hospitals, career flexibility, statewide presence.

#10. Cape Cod Healthcare

45

Locations: Hyannis, Falmouth, Cape Cod

Address: 27 Park Street, Hyannis, MA 02601

Phone: (508) 771-1800

Cape Cod's regional health system. Beach lifestyle with seasonal variety.

💡 Cape Cod lifestyle, regional leader, beach community, comprehensive benefits.

Success Stories: Massachusetts MAA Graduates

Jennifer K.

Patient Services Coordinator • Boston, Massachusetts

"Mass General is the #1 hospital in the nation. Getting hired here was my dream, and EHIRED certification made it possible. The Harvard affiliation is incredible for career growth."

✓ Started at Mass General Brigham earning $48K. Working at the best hospital in America.

Miguel R.

Bilingual Medical Administrator • Worcester, Massachusetts

"I chose Worcester over Boston for affordability. UMass Memorial offered great pay with much lower cost of living. My Portuguese fluency was a huge advantage."

✓ Hired at UMass Memorial earning $44K with bilingual bonus. Affordable lifestyle in Worcester.

MAA Career Progression in Massachusetts

Year 0-1: Entry-Level MAA

$38000

Build foundational skills. Learn scheduling, EHR systems, billing basics.

Year 1-3: MAA (Experienced)

$50000

Independent coordination, billing mastery, EHR expertise.

Year 3-5: Senior MAA / Lead

$62000

Team leadership, training responsibilities, specialized functions.

Year 5+: Office Manager

$50,000-$65,000+

Full practice management, multi-site coordination.

Don't Wait—Start Your MAA Career in Massachusetts Today

2,800+ job openings at world-class institutions. In 6-8 weeks you'll have certification. Within 3-6 months you could be employed at Mass General, Beth Israel, or Dana-Farber earning $38K-$58K+.

In 6-8 Weeks You'll Have:

  • ✓ Industry-aligned MAA certification
  • ✓ Medical billing & EHR competencies
  • ✓ Massachusetts job market resources
  • ✓ Confidence to interview & hire

Within 3-6 Months You Could Be:

  • ✓ Employed at a top Massachusetts healthcare facility
  • ✓ Earning $38000 annually
  • ✓ On a clear career advancement path
  • ✓ Building a stable healthcare career

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Frequently Asked Questions: MAA Jobs in Massachusetts

Top 5 questions Massachusetts MAA job seekers ask most:

Q1: Is Boston worth the high cost of living?

Depends on priorities. Boston salaries are nation's highest for MAAs, and career advancement at world-class institutions is unmatched. Consider Worcester or Western MA for better cost-to-salary ratio. Many commute from more affordable suburbs.

Q2: How hard is it to get hired at Mass General or Brigham?

Competitive but achievable. Mass General Brigham hires 320+ MAAs annually. Certification significantly improves chances. Harvard affiliation attracts many applicants, so standing out matters.

Q3: Are there opportunities outside Boston?

Yes! Worcester (UMass Memorial), Springfield (Baystate), and Cape Cod have consistent demand. Competition is lower, cost of living much better. Same certification opens doors statewide.

Q4: How important is bilingual ability in Massachusetts?

Valuable in Greater Boston. Spanish and Portuguese are most common. Bilingual MAAs earn $3,000-$5,000 more. In diverse Boston neighborhoods like East Boston and Dorchester, bilingual is often required.

Q5: What does EHIRED certification prepare me for?

EHIRED certification covers essential MAA competencies: medical terminology, EHR systems (Epic, Cerner), insurance verification, billing basics, HIPAA compliance, and professional communication. The curriculum aligns with industry standards and prepares you for entry-level healthcare administrative roles.

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