Johns Hopkins Medicine
Academic Health System
600 N Wolfe St, Baltimore, MD 21287
World-renowned academic health system. Johns Hopkins Hospital consistently ranked #1-3 nationally. Premium MA employer with extensive ambulatory network.
The Old Line State — Get AMCA CMAC certified with free training. 4,800+ job openings. $38K 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 Maryland employers.
AMCA certification is accepted by employers across Maryland and all 50 states. Portable credential for your career.
Certified MAs in Maryland earn 10-15% more than non-certified. Salary range: $31K - $50K.
Most Maryland 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 Maryland.
Upon passing, receive your official CMAC credential. Valid for 3 years with continuing education renewal. Start applying to Maryland employers immediately.
Maryland has world-class nursing programs at Johns Hopkins and University of Maryland. PA programs at Hopkins, UMMS, and Anne Arundel. Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and University of Maryland School of Medicine are elite MD pathways. NIH and federal healthcare presence in Bethesda creates unique opportunities.
These healthcare organizations actively hire CMAC-certified Medical Assistants in Maryland.
Academic Health System
600 N Wolfe St, Baltimore, MD 21287
World-renowned academic health system. Johns Hopkins Hospital consistently ranked #1-3 nationally. Premium MA employer with extensive ambulatory network.
Academic Health System
22 S Greene St, Baltimore, MD 21201
Maryland's largest health system by hospitals. UMMC downtown flagship with 13 hospitals statewide. Strong academic mission.
Health System
5565 Sterrett Pl, Columbia, MD 21044
Maryland-DC regional health system. MedStar Union Memorial, Good Samaritan, Harbor Hospital. Georgetown affiliation.
Health System
2401 W Belvedere Ave, Baltimore, MD 21215
Northwest Baltimore health system. Sinai Hospital flagship with Carroll Hospital and Levindale. Community-focused care.
Health System
2001 Medical Pkwy, Annapolis, MD 21401
Anne Arundel Medical Center flagship. Doctors Community Hospital partnership serving central Maryland.
Health System
400 W 7th St, Frederick, MD 21701
Western Maryland regional health system. Frederick Health Hospital serves Frederick County with growing ambulatory network.
Health System
820 W Diamond Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Montgomery County health system. Shady Grove and White Oak Medical Centers with extensive outpatient presence.
Health System
1500 Forest Glen Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20910
Trinity Health affiliate serving Montgomery County. Holy Cross Hospital Silver Spring and Germantown campuses.
Urgent Care Chain
Various MD Locations
Regional urgent care chain across Maryland. High-volume MA experience with consistent scheduling.
Occupational Health
Various MD Locations
Occupational health and urgent care. Maryland locations serving workers' comp and employer health needs.
Real people who earned their CMAC certification and launched healthcare careers in Maryland.
“Hopkins is world-famous for a reason. The training and academic environment are unmatched. Started in ambulatory, now in specialty with PA school plans.”
Nicole M.
CMAC Certified Success
Baltimore
Johns Hopkins Medicine
“University of Maryland Medical System is massive - 13 hospitals statewide. Downtown Baltimore flagship to suburban locations. Maryland's healthcare backbone.”
Marcus T.
Certification Changed My Career
Baltimore
University of Maryland Medical System
“MedStar spans Maryland and DC. Georgetown affiliation opens doors. Started in Columbia, transferred to DC. Regional system with national reach.”
Ashley R.
From Training to Certified
Columbia
MedStar Health
“Luminis Health serves the capital region. Annapolis is beautiful with strong healthcare. Anne Arundel Medical Center has great culture.”
David K.
Certified and Employed
Annapolis
Luminis Health
Free enrollment. Self-paced learning. AMCA CMAC certification. Join thousands of certified MAs working in Maryland.
No credit card required • No FAFSA • No loans • Pay $1,500 only when you certify