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Benefits of Being A Medical Assistant
A good medical assistant (MA) is one of the most important support people a doctor has.
Continue ReadingImportant Medical Assistant Certifications
CMA Certification
The CMA (AAMA) credential designates a medical assistant who has achieved certification through the Certifying Board of the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA). The CMA has been educated and tested in a wide scope of general, clinical, and administrative responsibilities as outlined in the Occupational Analysis of the CMA (AAMA).
RMA Credential
The Registered Medical Assistant credential, or RMA, is offered through the American Medical Technologists (AMT). Candidates must meet one of these requirements: recent graduate of an accredited program, recent graduate of a medical program through the United States Armed Forces, five years of experience as a medical assistant, meet requirements for instruction of a medical assistant training program, or prove completion of another approved medical assistant certification.
How Much Does a Trained Medical Assistant Make?
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, a trained medical assistant mean salary was $15.79 per hour or $32,850 per year. As with any occupation, a medical assistant salary is dependent on the job, employer location, and level of experience. Medical assistant salary is usually implemented in the form of hourly wages, which will increase based on skill level, knowledge, and experience.