University of Mississippi Medical Center
Academic Health System
2500 N State St, Jackson, MS 39216
Mississippi's only academic medical center and Level I trauma center. State's largest employer. Statewide referral center.
The Magnolia State — Get AMCA CMAC certified with free training. 1,400+ job openings. $29K 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 Mississippi employers.
AMCA certification is accepted by employers across Mississippi and all 50 states. Portable credential for your career.
Certified MAs in Mississippi earn 10-15% more than non-certified. Salary range: $24K - $38K.
Most Mississippi 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 Mississippi.
Upon passing, receive your official CMAC credential. Valid for 3 years with continuing education renewal. Start applying to Mississippi employers immediately.
Mississippi has nursing programs at UMMC, Mississippi College, and community colleges statewide. PA program at UMMC. University of Mississippi School of Medicine for MD pathway. Rural healthcare shortages create opportunities. Low cost of living maximizes salary value.
These healthcare organizations actively hire CMAC-certified Medical Assistants in Mississippi.
Academic Health System
2500 N State St, Jackson, MS 39216
Mississippi's only academic medical center and Level I trauma center. State's largest employer. Statewide referral center.
Health System
6027 Walnut Grove Rd, Memphis, TN 38120
Regional system serving Mississippi, Tennessee, and Arkansas. Baptist Memorial hospitals in Oxford, Columbus, and North Mississippi.
Health System
2809 Denny Ave, Pascagoula, MS 39581
Gulf Coast regional health system. Singing River Hospital and Ocean Springs Hospital serving coastal Mississippi.
Health System
1850 Chadwick Dr, Jackson, MS 39204
CHS-affiliated system with hospitals across Mississippi. Merit Health Central, Rankin, River Oaks, and more.
Health System
6051 US-49, Hattiesburg, MS 39401
South Mississippi regional health system. Forrest General Hospital is Hattiesburg's major medical center.
Health System
830 S Gloster St, Tupelo, MS 38801
Northeast Mississippi regional system. North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. Rural healthcare leader.
Hospital
4500 13th St, Gulfport, MS 39501
Gulf Coast community hospital. Major Gulfport employer serving Harrison County.
Hospital
969 Lakeland Dr, Jackson, MS 39216
Catholic hospital serving Jackson metro. Part of Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System.
Hospital
2124 14th St, Meridian, MS 39301
East Mississippi regional hospital. Anderson Regional Medical Center serves Meridian and surrounding counties.
FQHC
807 N Bayou Rd, Mound Bayou, MS 38762
Historic FQHC serving Mississippi Delta. Multiple clinic locations with community health focus in underserved region.
Real people who earned their CMAC certification and launched healthcare careers in Mississippi.
“UMMC is Mississippi's academic powerhouse - only Level I trauma center in the state. Jackson is affordable and UMMC invests in advancement.”
Brittany M.
CMAC Certified Success
Jackson
University of Mississippi Medical Center
“North Mississippi Health Services is the region's leader. Tupelo is a great small city. Elvis's birthplace has solid healthcare careers.”
Marcus T.
Certification Changed My Career
Tupelo
North Mississippi Health Services
“Singing River serves the Mississippi coast. Beach living with healthcare career. Post-Katrina rebuilding created modern facilities.”
Ashley R.
From Training to Certified
Pascagoula
Singing River Health System
“Forrest Health anchors south Mississippi. Hub City is growing - two universities bring energy. Cost of living is unbeatable.”
Chris K.
Certified and Employed
Hattiesburg
Forrest Health
Free enrollment. Self-paced learning. AMCA CMAC certification. Join thousands of certified MAs working in Mississippi.
No credit card required • No FAFSA • No loans • Pay $1,500 only when you certify