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CCMA Certification in Georgia
Average salary $34,000 - $40,000 (BLS OEWS 2024, Atlanta metro $38,000-$46,000) for Certified Clinical Medical Assistants in Georgia.
50
Questions
25
Minutes
480
Training hours
75
Clinical hours
Scope of practice in Georgia
- ✓Draw blood — permitted under Georgia rules
- ✓Give injections — permitted
- ✓Administer oral medications — permitted
- ✓Perform EKGs — permitted
- ✓Assist with procedures — permitted
Georgia Board of Medical Examiners regulates MA practice; MAs complete approved training for medication administration authority.
Top employers in Georgia
- Emory Healthcare
- Piedmont Healthcare
- Wellstar Health System
Georgia metros hiring CCMA-certified medical assistants
| City | Metro | Employment | Median / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta | 23,450 | $41,290 |
| Augusta | Augusta-Richmond County | 2,560 | $36,400 |
| Columbus | Columbus | 2,420 | $35,770 |
| Macon | Macon-Bibb County | 1,890 | $36,190 |
| Savannah | Savannah | 2,780 | $37,650 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2024, SOC 31-9092.
Georgia credentialing body
Georgia Society of Medical Assistants (GSMA)
Visit the Georgia association →