I've seen occasional job ads, in the Colorado Springs area, that hire CNAs, EMTs, and MAs as "health para proffesionals". Based on the job description, it looks like they provide very basic medical...
I'm not sure if this varies from state to state, but in Colorado, medical assistants teach MA classes. My instructors were medical assistants with years of experiences; no
Hi Joel! Good luck with your MA program. I thought I would share some of my experience as an MA. Firstly, I love it very much. I love patient care and I love working with doctors. Most clinics are...
You should research what CNAs do, and what MAs do, to see which starter career appeals to you most. I think that either path is a great stepping stone. I completed a two year degree in medical...
What is your MOS? Have you considered re-classing to 68C practical nursing specialist? I know your main goal is to become an RN, but at least LPN is a step in the right direction.. And this might...
Hello! I'm 25 years old. I have a husband, and the cutest 6 year old ever. I've been a RMA for the past two years. I love healthcare and am so excited for my future! This morning I took my final...
Hello, Are they any medical assistants who have experience in urgent care? I will be starting an urgent care job next month, and I'm wondering what medical assistants typically do in this setting? I...
I'm not sure which part of the country you live in, so I don't know how helpful this will be. But here goes: I live in Colorado. I started out at $14.50/hour in a specialty office, and two years...
Eflores, how is it going so far? Do you have to do an externship/internship for your certificate/degree? If so, my best advice is to bust your butt during your internship, and IMPRESS them! If you...