Medical Assistant Jobs Tennessee | $38K Salary | 2,800+ Openings

Who This Training Is For

Ideal for candidates with prior MA clinical experience who need certification to validate their skills for Tennessee employers.

New to healthcare? You're welcome to enroll, but be aware: if you have no prior clinical experience, you must complete a Self-Managed 100-Hour Externship on your own to satisfy the program's practical component and prepare for the certification exam.

Externship Disclaimer

EHired does NOT place, arrange, or supervise externships. All externships are self-managed. You are responsible for identifying and securing your own externship site.

Tennessee Healthcare Industry

Understanding the TN healthcare job market:

Tennessee's healthcare industry employs over 400,000 workers in the unofficial healthcare capital of America. Nashville is home to HCA Healthcare (nation's largest), along with Vanderbilt University Medical Center and numerous other healthcare giants. The state ranks 42nd in health outcomes with significant health challenges. Memphis anchors western TN with St. Jude and Methodist. No state income tax maximizes take-home pay. Healthcare industry diversity is unmatched.

400,000

Healthcare Workers

165

Hospitals

#42

Health Ranking

90.3%

Cost of Living

Medical Assistant Salary in Tennessee

TN salary ranges by experience level:

Salary by Experience

Entry-Level

(0-1 years)

$30,000

Mid-Level

(2-4 years)

$38,000

Experienced

(5+ years)

$46,000

What Affects Your Salary

Nashville pays highest with Vanderbilt academic premiums. No state income tax adds 5-7% to take-home pay. Memphis competitive with St. Jude presence. Cost of living at 90% of average. Knoxville and Chattanooga offer good value. HCA presence creates employment options throughout state.

Top Medical Assistant Employers in Tennessee

Tennessee features America's healthcare capital with unmatched employer diversity:

TN Job Market by Region

Where the jobs are in Tennessee:

Region	Annual Openings	% of State

Success Stories from Tennessee

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MA jobs in Tennessee:

Medical Assistant Jobs in Tennessee