Certified Medical Assistant Jobs in Arkansas

Certified Medical Assistant jobs in Arkansas concentrate in outpatient clinics, primary care practices, and specialty physician offices, with steady demand across entry-level and experienced roles alike. The busiest hiring markets are Little Rock, Fayetteville, and Fort Smith, where systems like UAMS Health, Arkansas Children's Hospital, and Baptist Health maintain large ambulatory care networks. The most sought-after specialties are family medicine, pediatrics, and urgent care. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles34
Top employerFreeman Health System
Top cityFort Smith, AR
Cities hiring18
Work type88% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) / Patient Care Technician (PCT) / Outpatient Clinic CNA
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Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) / Patient Care Technician (PCT) / Outpatient Clinic CNA
Carriage Hill Family Care, PLC
Paragould, Arkansas
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$15 - $15.5/hr
On-Site
CPR Certification

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Certified Medical Assistant
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Certified Medical Assistant
Noydeen Medical Group
Conway, Arkansas
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$15.5 - $16/hr
On-Site

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Certified Medical Assistant Float
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Certified Medical Assistant Float
Access Medical Clinic
Ozark, Arkansas
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification
201-500

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Medical Assistant, Certified
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Medical Assistant, Certified
Freeman Health System
Rogers, Arkansas
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
High School
1,001-5,000

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Medical Assistant, Certified
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Medical Assistant, Certified
Freeman Health System
Bentonville, Arkansas
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Assistant
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
High School
1,001-5,000

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Certified Medical Assistant Jobs by City in Arkansas

Where Arkansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Fort Smith
5 jobs
Bentonville
5 jobs
Springdale
4 jobs
Little Rock
4 jobs
Rogers
3 jobs
Ozark
1 job
Bryant
1 job
Conway
1 job
Johnson
1 job

Certified Medical Assistant Job Market in Arkansas

A snapshot from current Arkansas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Freeman Health System13
  • Mercy6
  • Arkansas Children's3
  • EAST ARKANSAS FAMILY HEALTH CENTER2
  • Hearts to Hands1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Arkansas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in certified medical assistant jobs across Arkansas.

  • Active CMA, RMA, or equivalent national certification recognized by Arkansas employers
  • Completion of an accredited medical assisting program or equivalent clinical training
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Athenahealth
  • Ability to perform clinical duties including vital signs, phlebotomy, and injections
  • Strong patient communication skills and experience in a healthcare setting
  • Basic Life Support certification current and maintained through an accredited provider

Certified Medical Assistant Jobs in Arkansas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a certified medical assistant in Arkansas?

Arkansas does not require a state-issued license to work as a certified medical assistant, but nearly all employers require a nationally recognized credential such as the CMA from the American Association of Medical Assistants or the RMA from American Medical Technologists. To earn either, candidates complete an accredited medical assisting program, typically offered through Arkansas community colleges such as Pulaski Technical College or NorthWest Arkansas Community College, then pass the corresponding certification exam.

Which companies hire certified medical assistants in Arkansas?

Companies currently hiring certified medical assistants in Arkansas include Freeman Health System, Mercy, and Arkansas Children's, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Large integrated health systems anchored in Little Rock and Northwest Arkansas tend to post the highest volume of openings across their clinic and ambulatory care networks.

Which Arkansas cities have the most certified medical assistant jobs?

Fort Smith, Bentonville, and Springdale lead Arkansas in certified medical assistant openings. Little Rock drives the largest share thanks to its concentration of hospital systems and specialty practices, while Fayetteville and Fort Smith reflect the rapid population and healthcare infrastructure growth in Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley region, where regional medical centers and multispecialty physician groups are expanding their outpatient footprint.

Are there remote certified medical assistant jobs in Arkansas?

Yes, but they're rare. Certified medical assistant work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring in-person patient contact for clinical tasks like vital signs, injections, and specimen collection. About 13% of certified medical assistant openings tied to Arkansas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions typically involve phone triage, prior authorization support, or care coordination rather than direct clinical duties.

How can I get hired as a certified medical assistant in Arkansas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing an accredited program and applying directly to high-volume clinic networks that hire new graduates. UAMS Health and Arkansas Children's Hospital both onboard entry-level medical assistants through their ambulatory care divisions, and CHI St. Vincent's clinic locations have historically offered roles suited to recent completers. Candidates moving from phlebotomy technician or medical receptionist roles have a strong starting point, and holding an active CMA or RMA credential, even without clinical years, measurably improves callback rates with Arkansas employers.

Where can I find and apply to certified medical assistant jobs in Arkansas?

You can find and apply to certified medical assistant jobs in Arkansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your credentials and preferred location, and apply directly to the positions that fit your background.

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