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How much do medical assistant contract jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for medical assistant contract in Rochester, NY is $19.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $21.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a medical assistant contract?

A Medical Assistant Contract job is a temporary or short-term position where a medical assistant works for a set duration under a contractual agreement. These roles are often found in clinics, hospitals, or private practices and may be provided through staffing agencies. Contract medical assistants perform routine clinical and administrative tasks, such as taking vital signs, assisting with procedures, and managing patient records. This type of job offers flexibility and may provide opportunities to gain diverse experience in different healthcare settings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a medical assistant contract position?

To thrive as a Medical Assistant Contract, you need comprehensive knowledge of clinical procedures, medical terminology, and patient care practices, often supported by a medical assisting diploma or certification such as CMA or RMA. Competence with electronic health records (EHR) systems, basic laboratory equipment, and scheduling software is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to quickly adapt to new healthcare settings set outstanding candidates apart. These skills ensure high-quality, efficient patient support and seamless integration into varying clinical teams, which is vital in contract positions.

What are the typical work environments and schedules for medical assistants on contract assignments?

Medical Assistants working on contract assignments often find themselves in diverse healthcare settings such as hospitals, outpatient clinics, physician offices, or specialty practices, depending on the needs of the employer. Contract roles can offer flexible schedules, ranging from full-time hours to short-term or part-time assignments, which may be ideal for those seeking work-life balance or varied experience. You may collaborate with different healthcare professionals and need to quickly adapt to new teams and workflows. Contract positions can also expand your professional network, broaden your skill set, and sometimes lead to permanent employment opportunities within healthcare organizations.

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Infographic showing various Medical Assistant Contract job openings in Rochester, NY as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,837 per year, or $19.6 per hour.

Medical Assistant - Wilson Urgent Care

Rochester Regional Health

Batavia, NY • On-site

$17.85 - $20/hr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

Rochester Regional Health rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 218 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

305th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Job Title:Medical Assistant

Department:Urgent Care

Location:Wilson Urgent Care, 800 Carter Street

Hours Per Week:36

Schedule: starts 8:30am ends 9:00pm

SUMMARY:

As a Medical Assistant, your excellent customer service and communication skills directly affect patient care as well as ensuring day to day office operations run smoothly.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Clinical Support

  • Conduct pre-visit planning, close care gaps, and complete health maintenance and registry work.

  • Obtain and document patient vital signs, history, and screenings; promptly report abnormalities.

  • Perform EKGs, phlebotomy, point-of-care testing, and collect/process specimens for external testing.

  • Assist providers and nursing staff during procedures and clinical care activities.

  • Review and pend medication refills and provider orders; assist with prior authorizations and patient forms.

  • Provide patient education and instructions under provider or RN guidance.

  • Maintain exam/treatment rooms and equipment, including stocking, cleaning, calibration, and sterilization preparation.

  • Order and track clinical supplies; assemble information packets and support provider communications.

Patient Interaction & Administrative Duties

  • Support patient flow through check-in/check-out, scheduling, referrals, insurance verification, and phone management.

  • Facilitate communication with patients, including mailing provider updates and assisting with MyCare sign-up.

  • Escort patients to ancillary services (e.g., lab, radiology) as needed.

Team & Practice Support

  • Manage medical records through abstraction, scanning, and filing of health maintenance and test reports.

  • Compile data from patient records for quality assurance and improvement activities when requested.

  • Process payments and charge entry; manage non-clinical office supplies and distribute mail.

  • Perform other duties as assigned to ensure smooth practice operations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Associates degree preferred.

  • 2 years of pre-hospital care activities or acute/critical care experience preferred

  • Strong customer service, computer, and communication skills

  • Medical Assistant Certification preferred

  • For Elder ONE Employment: 1 year experience with frail, elderly population preferred

EDUCATION:

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee's physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE:

$17.85 - $20.00

CITY:

Rochester

POSTAL CODE:

14621

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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