Clinical Medical Asst

Medical assistants have many responsibilities. It is an in demand career that requires years of education and passion for helping others. These assistants are used for administrative aid and to perform clinical responsibilities in certain areas of the medical field. Medical assistants are sometimes

confused with physicians but there is a difference. Physicians assistants are able to examine and diagnose patients (under the supervision of the physician). Medical assistants are more commonly used to keep order in medical offices and to ensure that things run accordingly throughout the day.

An assistants most basic task is more of like a receptionist. They answer phones, book appointments and greet patients along with a few other ordinary duties. The responsibilities of each assistant varies from office to office. Clinical medical assistants are another type of assistant who have some more duties that can vary according to state law. Certain tasks for these assistants may include preparing a patient for an examination, taking down vital signs or explaining an upcoming procedure.

These assistants are a key component to smoothly running medical office. To perform well in this field you have to be comfortable interacting with others at all times. You will be given a lot to handle at once, so be organized and responisble is also necessary. Most medical assistants are full time workers, pulling in 40+ hours, but there are also positions for part-time employees or those looking for work at night or on weekends only.

Training and Education

Education and training for this career can be obtained in a vocational-technical high school, or a junior or community college. Most programs usually take 1 or 2 years to complete. One year for a certificate, two years for an associates degree. Some of the courses may include anatomy & physiology and record keeping and accounting, along with many others. Although this formal type of training is preferred in most cases, it is not necessary. Medical assistants can get on the job training without having a certificate or diploma. If you do choose this career without prior training, you will most likely spend your first few months in training sessions and learning from co-workers.