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CCMA Certification in Ohio
Average salary $34,000 - $40,000 (BLS OEWS 2024, Columbus metro $36,000-$42,000) for Certified Clinical Medical Assistants in Ohio.
50
Questions
25
Minutes
480
Training hours
75
Clinical hours
Scope of practice in Ohio
- ✓Draw blood — permitted under Ohio rules
- ✓Give injections — permitted
- ✗Administer oral medications — not permitted
- ✓Perform EKGs — permitted
- ✓Assist with procedures — permitted
Ohio allows MAs to administer injections under physician delegation; oral medications require specific delegation or registered nurse.
Top employers in Ohio
- Cleveland Clinic
- OhioHealth
- ProMedica
Ohio metros hiring CCMA-certified medical assistants
| City | Metro | Employment | Median / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus | Columbus | 14,250 | $41,290 |
| Cleveland | Cleveland-Elyria-Mentor | 11,240 | $40,350 |
| Cincinnati | Cincinnati | 11,240 | $41,290 |
| Toledo | Toledo | 3,680 | $38,790 |
| Akron | Akron | 3,680 | $39,420 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2024, SOC 31-9092.
Ohio credentialing body
Ohio Society of Medical Assistants (OSMA)
Visit the Ohio association →