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Medical Assistant Jobs in Connecticut

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Connecticut's healthcare industry employs approximately 250,000 workers in one of America's wealthiest states. Yale New Haven Health System dominates as the state's largest employer overall, with Hartford HealthCare as major competitor. The state ranks 4th nationally in health outcomes. High concentration of pharmaceutical companies (Pfizer, Bristol-Myers Squibb) creates unique clinical trial opportunities. Connecticut's aging, affluent population demands high-quality clinical care across numerous specialties.

1,150+
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$46K
Median Salary
7%
Job Growth
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Medical Assistant Jobs in Connecticut

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Ideal for candidates with prior MA clinical experience who need certification to validate their skills for Connecticut employers.

New to healthcare? You're welcome to enroll, but be aware: if you have no prior clinical experience, you must complete a Self-Managed 100-Hour Externship on your own to satisfy the program's practical component and prepare for the certification exam.

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EHired does NOT place, arrange, or supervise externships. All externships are self-managed. You are responsible for identifying and securing your own externship site.

Connecticut Healthcare Industry

Understanding the CT healthcare job market:

Connecticut's healthcare industry employs approximately 250,000 workers in one of America's wealthiest states. Yale New Haven Health System dominates as the state's largest employer overall, with Hartford HealthCare as major competitor. The state ranks 4th nationally in health outcomes. High concentration of pharmaceutical companies (Pfizer, Bristol-Myers Squibb) creates unique clinical trial opportunities. Connecticut's aging, affluent population demands high-quality clinical care across numerous specialties.

250,000
Healthcare Workers
34
Hospitals
#4
Health Ranking
112.8%
Cost of Living

Medical Assistant Salary in Connecticut

CT salary ranges by experience level:

Salary by Experience

Entry-Level
(0-1 years)
$38,000
Mid-Level
(2-4 years)
$46,000
Experienced
(5+ years)
$54,000

What Affects Your Salary

Connecticut pays among the highest CMA wages nationally, but cost of living is 113% of average. Fairfield County (NYC commuter zone) pays premium wages. Yale New Haven offers academic prestige and benefits. Hartford HealthCare is highly competitive. Specialty clinics often exceed general practice wages. Union positions available at some facilities.

Top Medical Assistant Employers in Connecticut

Connecticut's consolidated healthcare market features major academic and community systems:

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CT Job Market by Region

Where the jobs are in Connecticut:

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Start Your Clinical Healthcare Career in Connecticut

Connecticut's healthcare industry employs approximately 250,000 workers in one of America's wealthiest states. Yale New Haven Health System dominates as the state's largest employer overall, with Hartford HealthCare as major competitor. The state ranks 4th nationally in health outcomes. High concentration of pharmaceutical companies (Pfizer, Bristol-Myers Squibb) creates unique clinical trial opportunities. Connecticut's aging, affluent population demands high-quality clinical care across numerous specialties.

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