Ultimate Medical Academy

Founded in 1994, Ultimate Medical Academy is a nonprofit healthcare educational institution with a national presence. UMA has more than 63,000 alumni and offers content-rich, interactive online courses to more than 14,000 students as well as blended training in Clearwater, Florida. UMA students have access to academic advising, one-on-one academic support, resume and interview coaching, job search assistance, technical support, and more. UMA is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES.org). Learn more by visiting UltimateMedical.edu.

We understand what employers look for in new hires, and create our courses to meet the needs of select partners. We also guide our alumni in finding new jobs, progressing in their current positions, and developing new skills to remain competitive in the job market. 

Through our continuing medical education (CME) divisions, we also educate thousands of physicians, nurses, and other medical professionals each year in the United States.

Education is at the heart of Ultimate Medical Academy. Our diverse student base is passionate about healthcare, and that same diversity and inclusion is mirrored by our employee population who are passionate about helping these students and graduates reach their goals. If you enjoy supporting others in their success, you’ll be in good company at UMA.

We view our employees as thought leaders, innovators, and go-getters.  At UMA, we look to our employees to help us improve upon our success, finding ways to enhance student experience and outcomes.

At UMA, our culture can be felt throughout. It’s clear that we put our students and community first. Even as workplace environments have changed amid the pandemic, we’re proud that our employees have brought that passion and energy into their homes.

When you join UMA, you join a diverse culture that believes in teamwork, community giving, supporting our employees, and helping students first.

Mission: Ultimate Medical Academy is a dynamic educational institution committed to equipping and empowering students to excel in healthcare careers. We strive to provide a learning experience that maximizes value for our students in a professional, supportive and ethical environment.

Values:

- Act with Integrity
- Champion Student Outcomes
- Commit to Employee Success
- Pursue Results with Purpose
- Have Fun. Build Energy.
- Work as One

We’re always on the lookout for UMA teammates. As UMA focuses on the future, we’re seeking bright, qualified, inspired professionals from all backgrounds, perspectives and life experiences who share our passion for helping others.


What Makes Ultimate Medical Academy Special? Just like we equip and empower our students for career success, UMA does the same for our staff. We match motivated staff teams to align with UMA’s mission and values, provide professional development resources and training, offer intramural sports, great amenities and much more. All this is offered while fostering a diverse work culture through our Diversity & Inclusion Council, which continues to host annual events and employee resource groups aimed at addressing unique needs and issues in today’s workforce.

At UMA, we believe in taking care of our employees so that they can take care of our students. Here are some of the comprehensive benefits we offer (available to full-time, permanent employees after the first 90 days).

 Insurance, Health & Wellness

Health (PPO and CDHP), Dental and Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) (Health & Dependent Care)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Supplemental Employee, Spousal and Child Voluntary Life Insurance
Supplemental Employee and Spousal AD&D Insurance
Short Term Disability
Critical Illness (Employee & Family)
Accident Insurance (Employee & Family)
Hospital Indemnity
Pet Insurance

 Financial, Retirement & Vacation

401(k) Plan
Tuition Assistance Options
Identity Theft Protection

 Perks & Discounts

Company Social Events
Free Parking
Discounted Gym Memberships
Club Sports Programs
Sponsored 5K Walks/Races
Buccaneer Football Ticket Discounts
Meditation Classes Onsite
Yoga at Select Locations
Healthy Living Initiatives
Health Screenings Onsite
Lunch & Learn Events for Employee Wellness