Certified Medical Assistant Jobs in Nashville, TN
Certified Medical Assistant jobs in Nashville are concentrated in the Midtown Medical District, Green Hills, and Brentwood, across health systems, private practices, and outpatient specialty clinics. Employers hiring right now include Ascension, Siloam Health, and SCRI Oncology Partners. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- Location: Nashville, TN
- Facility: Saint Thomas Lenox Village Primary Care
- Specialty: Primary Care
- Schedule: Schedule: Full-time | Days
- Retirement: 403(b) plan
- Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Coordinate seamless patient visits by preparing treatment environments and conducting initial screenings to ensure every individual feels welcomed and ready for care
- Capture the patient’s story by accurately documenting vital signs and care journeys, providing the medical team with the high-quality data needed for precise clinical decisions.
- Facilitate essential treatments by transcribing and processing orders for labs and imaging, ensuring patients receive the follow-up services they need without delay.
- Support the clinical flow by managing front-of-house communications and maintaining medical supplies so the care team can remain focused on the patient.
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Certified Medical Assistant obtained within 4 Months (120 days) of hire date or job transfer date. Approved credentialing bodies include, but may not be limited to: American Medical Technologists, National Healthcare Assoc, National Center for Competency Testing, National Assoc for Health Professionals and American Assoc of Medical Assistants.
Education:
- High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
- Must be willing to work Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
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Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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Who's Hiring
- Ascension111

- Siloam Health10

- SCRI Oncology Partners10

Certified Medical Assistant Jobs in Nashville: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a certified medical assistant job in Nashville?
Nashville's largest hiring base sits in its major health system networks, multispecialty outpatient clinics, and the growing corridor of urgent care and ambulatory surgery centers stretching from Midtown through Brentwood and Antioch. Candidates who hold an active CMA credential, have experience in Epic or other EHR systems, and can demonstrate phlebotomy or clinical triage competency stand out in this market. Connecting directly with recruiting teams at health system career portals gives you an edge over general applications.
Which companies hire certified medical assistants in Nashville?
Employers hiring certified medical assistants in Nashville right now include Ascension, Siloam Health, and SCRI Oncology Partners, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Nashville's mix of large academic medical centers, regional health system outpatient networks, and privately owned specialty practices creates consistent demand across employer types and neighborhood locations.
How can I get a certified medical assistant job in Nashville with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Nashville is through externship-to-hire pipelines at urgent care networks and community health centers, many of which recruit directly from local CMA programs at Nashville State Community College and Fortis Institute. Entry-level roles often carry titles like medical assistant trainee or clinical support associate. Candidates who hold a current CPR certification and have completed a hands-on externship, even unpaid, convert at higher rates than those with coursework alone.
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