Unsung Hero of the Medical Office

The unsung hero of the medical office is undoubtedly the medical assistant. The medical assistant works under the direct supervision of the doctor/physician, nurse practitioner, or other licensed healthcare practitioner within a medical office setting. They provide direct patient care ONLY in the presence of the doctor or health care practitioner under whom they work. Their role is defined by their employer according to the practice's specific needs. Once adequately trained, their job will revolve around the doctor and patients, and the smooth operation of the front and back areas of the medical office.

 You have to ask yourself why you want to be a medical assistant. If it is for the money then realize that it is average pay at best, BUT if you want a job in the medical field where you can make a difference, I think you would enjoy being an MA! This is the reason I'm doing it: not for the money, but for the good feeling of helping people!  

Your Certification is Important!

In the health care field certifications are important! You are dealing with people with special needs and the livelihood of every one involved. Certification gives you recognized designations in your discipline -- your credentials. Credentials are verification of your knowledge and qualifications and are portable to all places that you may work now and in the future. 

Aim for success! Success means progress. What if we told you that you might already qualify for the RMA medical assisting certification exam based on your vocational training, time on the job, or other certifications you already have... wouldn't you want to find out?

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What a Medical Assistant is NOT!

The medical assistant is NOT a licensed health care professional and is NOT allowed to practice medicine in any form, or fashion, whether certified, or not.

It is extremely important to understand that all medical assistants in the United States of America are required to deliver hands on patient care only under the direct supervision of a licensed medical doctor, surgeon, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or other licensed health care professional, while at the same time strictly adhering to state, and local laws in everything they do.

Medical assistants may also fall under certain educational, and certification requirements as set forth by their governing professional membership bodies and associations within their state. Since laws and regulations may vary from state to state as to the definition of the medical assistant's training requirements and scope of practice, it should be periodically researched and reviewed by all individuals working in this field.

• Acquiring the Skills
  
  Recommended high school courses include math, health, biology, typing, bookkeeping, computer, and office skills. Volunteer and healthcare...
• Medical Assistant Responsibilities
  
  Medical assistants have many responsibilities and duties in a busy medical office or clinic. Those interested in entering into this filed should first visit ...
• Medical Assistant Duties
  
  A quick and easy way to learn latest facts about the medical assistant profession and what a medical assistant is and does.
• Medical Assistant Conduct
  
  Learn why the medical assistant's prior conduct at work and at home must always be professional and appropriate. Otherwise it may be hard to find work in this field.
• Medical Assistant Workplace Supervision
  
  Learn what a medical assistant is and isn't. Why it is so extremely important to understand that medical assistants work under the direct supervision of a medical doctor?
• Professional Pitfalls and Challenges