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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Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Patient Care Technician (PCT), or Experienced Outpatient Clinic CNA
Carriage Hill Family Care, PLC is a physician-owned primary care clinic in Paragould, Arkansas seeking an experienced Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Patient Care Technician (PCT), or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with outpatient clinic experience to join our clinical team.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working in outpatient primary care, building long-term patient relationships, and working in a team-oriented clinic environment.
This is not a nursing home position. Applicants with only nursing home or long-term care CNA experience will not be considered.
Compensation: $15.00 - $15.50 per hour depending on experience.
Why Staff Choose Our Clinic
- Predictable daytime schedule
- No hospital or nursing home rotations
- One Saturday clinic approximately every 7 weeks
- Supportive team-oriented environment
- Stable physician-owned clinic
- Opportunity to develop outpatient clinical skills
Schedule
Full-time
Monday - Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
One Saturday clinic approximately every 6 weeks
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Reliable attendance and punctuality are essential.
Responsibilities
- Room patients and obtain vital signs
- Perform patient intake and clinical documentation in the EMR
- Assist clinicians during patient visits
- Perform EKGs, spirometry, and other clinical procedures as trained
- Order labs, imaging, and referrals
- Provide patient instructions and assist with care coordination
- Maintain exam room supplies and clinical inventory
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe clinical environment
Qualifications
Applicants must meet one of the following:
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA or RMA)
- Patient Care Technician (PCT) with outpatient or hospital clinical experience
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with prior outpatient clinic or medical office experience
Important:
CNA applicants must have experience working in an outpatient medical clinic or physician office.
Applicants whose experience is limited to nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or long-term care will not be considered.
Required
Minimum 1 year experience in an outpatient clinic or medical office
Current CPR Certification for Healthcare Providers
Experience using an Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Preferred
Experience in primary care or family medicine clinics
Experience performing EKGs, spirometry, injections, and patient intake
Benefits
Carriage Hill Family Care offers a stable work environment and opportunities to develop outpatient clinical skills.
Benefits include:
- Employer-sponsored health insurance
- Dental and vision insurance
- Paid vacation and holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Lunch provided most days
- Employer-sponsored social events
- Predictable weekday schedule
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $15.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Have you worked in an outpatient medical clinic or physician's office?
- How many years of experience do you have rooming patients, obtaining vital signs, and documenting in an electronic medical record (EMR) in a clinic setting?
- Are you available to work an occasional Saturday clinic (approximately once every 7 weeks from 9 AM - 12 PM)?
- Which of the following tasks have you performed independently in an outpatient clinic setting (let us know all that apply): rooming patients, taking vital signs, documenting in an EMR, administering injections, performing EKGs, performing spirometry, or none of the above?
- Which certification or credential do you currently hold: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA or RMA), Patient Care Technician (PCT), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Medical Assistant (not certified), or none?
Work Location: In person
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Where Arkansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.
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 Hands1H
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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