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CCMA Certification in Virginia
Average salary $36,000 - $42,000 (BLS OEWS 2024, Northern Virginia metro $40,000-$50,000) for Certified Clinical Medical Assistants in Virginia.
50
Questions
25
Minutes
480
Training hours
75
Clinical hours
Scope of practice in Virginia
- ✓Draw blood — permitted under Virginia rules
- ✓Give injections — permitted
- ✓Administer oral medications — permitted
- ✓Perform EKGs — permitted
- ✓Assist with procedures — permitted
Virginia has broad MA scope; MAs can administer medications under physician delegation with appropriate training.
Top employers in Virginia
- Inova Health System
- Sentara Healthcare
- VCU Health
Virginia metros hiring CCMA-certified medical assistants
| City | Metro | Employment | Median / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News | 8,920 | $39,420 |
| Norfolk | Virginia Beach-Norfolk-Newport News | 5,680 | $39,420 |
| Richmond | Richmond | 8,920 | $40,350 |
| Arlington | Washington-Arlington-Alexandria | 3,680 | $45,660 |
| Alexandria | Washington-Arlington-Alexandria | 2,680 | $45,660 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2024, SOC 31-9092.
Virginia credentialing body
Virginia Society of Medical Assistants (VSMA-VA)
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