
Hospital | CMA
- Agency
- GHR Healthcare
- Location
- Cambridge, MA
- Job type
- Travel
- Profession
- CNA (Nursing Assistant)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $26.25
- Weekly
- $1,050
- Yearly (full-time)
- $54,600
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
- Start date
- November 9, 2026
This job pays about $26.25/hour — 17% above the median for CNA (Nursing Assistant) jobs in Massachusetts ($22.44/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
CNA (Nursing Assistant) jobs in Massachusetts right now
- 3 open CNA (Nursing Assistant) jobs in Massachusetts from 1 agency.
- Pay in these listings: $23.38 – $26.25/hour, median $23.38/hour.
- Typical CNA (Nursing Assistant) pay in Massachusetts: $22.44/hour ($46,675/year, BLS).
Job description
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) – Hematology & Oncology | Cambridge, MA Contract Job
Join an on-site hospital team as a Certified Medical Assistant supporting hematology and oncology patients in Cambridge, Massachusetts. This 13-week healthcare contract offers weekday day shifts, competitive weekly pay, no weekends or holidays, and the opportunity to provide compassionate, detail-oriented patient care. Candidates with strong phlebotomy, venipuncture, Epic, and clinical medical assisting experience are encouraged to apply. Cambridge is a vibrant, historic community known for its excellent medical and academic environment, walkable neighborhoods, and convenient access to the greater Boston area.
Medical Assistant Job Details
- Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts, near Boston
- Healthcare Setting: Hospital hematology and oncology unit
- Employment Type: 13-week contract
- Start Date: November 9, 2026
- End Date: February 6, 2027
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,010–$1,090
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8-hour day shifts; approximately 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
- Hours: Approximately 40 hours per week, with a minimum guarantee of 72 hours biweekly
- Weekends and Holidays: Not required
- Work Arrangement: On-site; no floating required
Certified Medical Assistant Job Requirements
- Current hands-on phlebotomy and venipuncture experience is required
- Prior experience using Epic electronic health record (EHR) systems is required
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential preferred but not required
- Medical assistants, patient care assistants, and certified nursing assistants with strong phlebotomy experience may be considered
- Ability to provide professional, compassionate care to patients receiving hematology and oncology services
- Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills
Medical Assistant Responsibilities
- Support nurses, providers, and clinical staff with daily patient care in a hematology and oncology setting
- Perform venipuncture and other phlebotomy duties accurately and safely
- Document patient information, clinical activities, and results in the Epic EHR
- Prepare examination and treatment areas and assist with routine clinical procedures
- Obtain and record vital signs and other relevant patient data
- Provide a welcoming, respectful, and supportive experience for patients and families
- Assist with front-desk functions, including patient check-in, scheduling, and communication, as needed
- Collaborate with nurses, providers, and other members of the care team to maintain efficient clinic operations
Apply now for this Certified Medical Assistant contract opportunity in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and join a dedicated hematology and oncology healthcare team.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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