A successfulcandidate will know how to interact with patients and be able to get information from those who may be in distress. They should have a background in computers, chemistry, anatomy and biology. Candidates should be able to use analytical skills to understand medical diagnoses and follow medical charts. They must also understand medical codes.
Medical Assistants should have the following skills and qualifications:
Associates degree in a medical fieldPass a minimum of one exam from the National Commission for Certifying Agencies2+ years of working in the healthcare fieldStrong verbal and written skillsSuperior customer service skillsA high level of professionalismMedical Assistants may perform the following duties:
Schedule appointmentsObtain blood samplesPerform data entryMeasure and record vital signsClean exam roomsAnswer phone calls