- Open jobs
- 5
- Agencies hiring
- 2
- Median pay in listings
- $15.92/hour
- Pay range
- $15.92 – $15.92/hour
- Median wage in New Jersey (BLS)
- $22.70/hour
Certified Medical Assistant
Medical Assistant - General
Medical Assistant - General
Medical Assistant - General
Certified Medical Assistant
Medical Assistant pay in New Jersey
The median wage for Medical Assistant jobs in New Jersey is $22.70 per hour ($47,216 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $15.92/hour, from $15.92 to $15.92. Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.
License and requirements
Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from New Jersey; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.
Agencies hiring for Medical Assistant jobs in New Jersey
| Agency | Open jobs | Median pay |
|---|---|---|
| AHS Staffing | 3 | $15.92/hr |
| Health Advocates Network | 2 | — |
Cities with the most Medical Assistant jobs
Paramus (2), Neptune City (1), Hewitt (1), Hasbrouck Heights (1)
FAQ
How much does a Medical Assistant make in New Jersey?
The median wage for Medical Assistant jobs in New Jersey is $22.70 per hour (about $47,216 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Medical Assistant jobs listed on ReferHire pay a median of $15.92 per hour.
How many Medical Assistant jobs are open in New Jersey?
5 Medical Assistant jobs from 2 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.
What license do I need?
Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from New Jersey; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.