Kaiser Permanente Hawaii
Integrated Health System
711 Kapiolani Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96813
Kaiser is Hawaii's largest private employer. Integrated care model with Moanalua Medical Center and clinics across Oahu, Maui, and Hawaii Island.
The Aloha State — Get AMCA CMAC certified with free training. 850+ job openings. $40K average salary.
The Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) from the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) is a nationally recognized credential that validates your clinical and administrative skills for Hawaii employers.
AMCA certification is accepted by employers across Hawaii and all 50 states. Portable credential for your career.
Certified MAs in Hawaii earn 10-15% more than non-certified. Salary range: $33K - $52K.
Most Hawaii healthcare employers prefer or require CMAC, CMA, or RMA certification for clinical MA roles.
Complete EHired's free, self-paced Clinical Medical Assistant training program. Covers clinical skills, administrative procedures, medical terminology, and exam preparation.
If you have prior clinical MA experience, you may qualify to challenge the CMAC exam directly. New to healthcare? Complete a self-managed 100-hour externship.
When ready, register for and pass the AMCA Clinical Medical Assistant Certification exam. Computer-based testing available at locations throughout Hawaii.
Upon passing, receive your official CMAC credential. Valid for 3 years with continuing education renewal. Start applying to Hawaii employers immediately.
Hawaii has nursing programs at University of Hawaii at Manoa, Hawaii Pacific University, and community colleges on multiple islands. PA program at UH. John A. Burns School of Medicine at UH Manoa for MD pathway. Island-based healthcare creates tight-knit professional community where MA experience is valued.
These healthcare organizations actively hire CMAC-certified Medical Assistants in Hawaii.
Integrated Health System
711 Kapiolani Blvd, Honolulu, HI 96813
Kaiser is Hawaii's largest private employer. Integrated care model with Moanalua Medical Center and clinics across Oahu, Maui, and Hawaii Island.
Health System
1301 Punchbowl St, Honolulu, HI 96813
Hawaii's oldest and largest acute care hospital system. Queen's Medical Center is flagship with North Hawaii and West Oahu locations.
Health System
55 Merchant St, Honolulu, HI 96813
Four-hospital system including Kapiolani Women's & Children's and Straub Medical Center. Extensive ambulatory network across Oahu.
Hospital
640 Ulukahiki St, Kailua, HI 96734
Windward Oahu community hospital. Part of Adventist Health system with faith-based mission.
Health System
221 Mahalani St, Wailuku, HI 96793
Kaiser affiliate serving Maui County. Maui Memorial Medical Center is Valley Isle's primary hospital.
Hospital
1190 Waianuenue Ave, Hilo, HI 96720
Big Island's east side hospital. Part of Hawaii Health Systems Corporation serving rural Hawaii Island.
Hospital
79-1019 Haukapila St, Kealakekua, HI 96750
West Hawaii community hospital. Serves Kona Coast with growing population.
Hospital
128 Lehua St, Wahiawa, HI 96786
Central Oahu community hospital. Serves North Shore and central Oahu communities.
Community Health
277 Ohua Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
FQHC serving Honolulu's underserved. Multiple clinic locations with community health focus.
Urgent Care Chain
Various HI Locations
Urgent care presence across Oahu. High-volume MA experience with island healthcare.
Real people who earned their CMAC certification and launched healthcare careers in Hawaii.
“Kaiser Hawaii offers island living with mainland-quality healthcare careers. Started in Honolulu, now certified with tuition assistance for nursing. Can't beat the commute views.”
Keani M.
CMAC Certified Success
Honolulu
Kaiser Permanente Hawaii
“Queen's is Hawaii's healthcare institution. Working at the flagship taught me everything. The ohana culture is real - everyone helps each other succeed.”
Jason T.
Certification Changed My Career
Honolulu
Queen's Health System
“Moved from Oahu to Hilo for slower pace. Hilo Medical Center serves the whole east side. Rural island medicine with community connection.”
Leilani K.
From Training to Certified
Hilo
Hilo Medical Center
“Maui Health lets me live in paradise while building a healthcare career. Smaller island means you really know your patients. Valley Isle is home.”
David R.
Certified and Employed
Wailuku
Maui Health System
Free enrollment. Self-paced learning. AMCA CMAC certification. Join thousands of certified MAs working in Hawaii.
No credit card required • No FAFSA • No loans • Pay $1,500 only when you certify