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Certified Medical Assistant - Sports & Orthopedics - Augusta
Wellstar · Augusta, GA
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Medical Assistant jobs in Augusta, GA
Pay for medical assistants in the Augusta area centers on $17.94 per hour, or about $37,320 a year. The lower quarter earns under $16.51 and the upper quarter over $19.02. That ranks 291st of 380 U.S. metro areas for medical assistant pay, and 263rd of 339 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Augusta. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Augusta.
- $17.94median pay per hour, Augusta
- $17–$19typical range per hour
- 1,570medical assistants employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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10 more open roles from employers in Augusta. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
PermanentPosted 3 days ago
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)- Augusta Reproductive Medicine (Part time)
Wellstar · Augusta, GA
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PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Certified Medical Assistant - Pediatrics - Augusta
WellStar Health System · Augusta, GA
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Per diemPosted 9 days ago
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)- Augusta Reproductive Medicine (PRN)
Wellstar · Augusta, GA
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PermanentPosted 13 days ago
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)- MCG Ambulatory Augusta
Wellstar · Augusta, GA
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PermanentPosted 14 days ago
Certified Medical Assistant - FMAA Clinic - Augusta
WellStar Health System · Augusta, GA
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PermanentPosted 15 days ago
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)- Augusta Pediatrics
Wellstar · Augusta, GA
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PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Augusta Float Pool
Wellstar · Augusta, GA
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Per diemPosted 18 days ago
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Augusta Cancer Clinic (PRN)
Wellstar · Augusta, GA
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PermanentPosted 18 days ago
Certified Medical Assistant CT Mobile Unit - Augusta
Wellstar · Augusta, GA
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Medical Assistant pay in Augusta, GA
The metro median is 4% below the Georgia statewide median of $18.75 per hour. Nationally the median is $21.25 per hour. BLS counts about 1,570 medical assistants employed in the Augusta-Richmond County metro area, 6.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.32).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $14.82 | $30,830 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $16.51 | $34,340 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Median | $17.94 | $37,320 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $19.02 | $39,560 | 10% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $22.43 | $46,650 | 6% above U.S. median |
How Augusta ranks
- 291st of 380 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 263rd of 339 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 12 Georgia metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Medical Assistants (SOC 31-9092), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
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- Overall prices in Augusta-Richmond County run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 29% below the U.S. average (index 70.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $17.94 median hour buys what $19.52 buys at the national price level, 8% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Estimate your Augusta paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$646
- Per year: $32,292
- Per month: $2,691
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Augusta-Richmond County metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Augusta
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $122 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,372 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,836 |
Travel medical assistant assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Open Medical Assistant roles in Georgia
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Augusta as they open.
PermanentPosted 3 days ago
Medical Assistant II Med Grp
Advocate Health · Cartersville, GA
$22.90–$34.35/ hour
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OBGYN CMA 1
Advocate Health · Georgia
$22.90–$34.35/ hour
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OBGYN CMA 2
Advocate Health · Georgia
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Certified Medical Assistant I
Advocate Health · Rome, GA
$21.85–$32.80/ hour
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Orthopedic Clinic CMA
CommonSpirit Health · Ringgold, GA
$18.96–$26.78/ hour
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Medical Assistant II Med Grp
Advocate Health · Milledgeville, GA
$22.90–$34.35/ hour
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Hospitals in Augusta
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Augusta, 1 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of medical assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Augusta Va Medical Center Augusta, GA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Doctors Hospital Augusta, GA | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Piedmont Augusta Hospital Augusta, GA | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Wellstar Mcg Health, Affiliated With Med Col Augusta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| East Central Regional Hospital Augusta, GA | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Richmond County
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Richmond County (1 population-group, 2 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 21 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Medical Assistant pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia, SC | 82 mi | $18.38/hr | 144,788 |
| Athens, GA | 85 mi | $18.59/hr | 128,691 |
| Macon, GA | 101 mi | $18.00/hr | 157,056 |
| Greenville, SC | 103 mi | $18.85/hr | 74,371 |
| Warner Robins, GA | 106 mi | $17.15/hr | 86,199 |
| Savannah, GA | 106 mi | $18.23/hr | 148,808 |
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License and tax basics in Georgia
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Georgia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Augusta
Augusta city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do medical assistants make in Augusta, GA?
Medical Assistants in the Augusta-Richmond County metro area have a median pay of $17.94 per hour, about $37,320 a year. The middle half earn between $16.51 and $19.02 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Augusta a good place for medical assistants once cost of living is counted?
Augusta-Richmond County ranks 263rd of 339 metro areas for medical assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 291st of 380 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do medical assistants work in Augusta?
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Augusta, led by Augusta Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Augusta as a medical assistant?
Medical assistant program or equivalent experience. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Augusta in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Richmond County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Augusta?
The federal per diem benchmark in Augusta is $122 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,372 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Advocate HealthMacon, GA · 9 postings$28.62/ hr$22–$34
- CommonSpirit HealthRINGGOLD, GA · 2 postings$22.09/ hr$18–$27
- JK Health Care Group IncDuluth, GA · 1 wage offer$18.85/ hr$19–$19
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$20Median$28.62High$34
12 Medical Assistant postings with published pay in Georgia, 12 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 12 Medical Assistant roles
- Medical Assistant II Med GrpPermanent$22.90–$34.35/ hour
- OBGYN CMA 1Permanent$22.90–$34.35/ hour
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