how to become a medical assistant

Medical assistants are needed now more than ever. The administrative and clerical tasks they perform are the glue that holds medical facilities together.

Enrolling in a medical assistant program can take students anywhere. Here are some things to know about this essential and fast-growing career.

Medical Assistant Job Description

Though duties range from hospital to hospital, a career as a medical assistant is always rewarding. They must be the compassionate hands tending to stressed patients and the eagle eyes keeping track of medical records.

Clinical tasks include:

• Measuring vital signs
• Helping doctors and nurses with examinations
• Drawing blood
• Conducting pregnancy tests
• Giving patients injections or medication

Medical assistants also have administrative duties such as:

• Keeping track of patient records
• Taking billing and emergency contact information
• Ensuring patient comfort
• Filling out insurance forms and processing payments
• Scheduling appointments

How to Become a Medical Assistant

Start a career by enrolling in a medical assistant program. The Career College of Northern Nevada’s accredited program helps students master the administrative and clerical skills to succeed in this profession.

Call (775) 241-4445 to discover nearby medical assistant programs.

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