Description

Medical Assistants are unlicensed assistive personnel who work under the direct supervision of a physician, nurse practitioner. Medical Assistants participate in the patient care in the ambulatory setting, recognizing normal and abnormal signs and symptoms and provide support during life threatening emergencies. MAs may perform basic administrative, clerical and technical supportive services when conditions regarding supervision, training, specific authorization, and records are met.

Qualifications

1. A medical assistant diploma or certificate as follows

+ Documentation of completing of a medical assistant program from a medical assistant school that is accredited by ASSCS, ACCET, CAAHEP or ABHES or
+ Documentation of national certification for medical assistant issued by CMA, NCCT or AMT or
+ Documentation of completing a medical assistant program and demonstrated completion of no less than 10 clock hours of training in admin...