A Day-in-the-Life of a Medical Assistant

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  • Опубліковано 6 жов 2024
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  • @Pharaohcious
    @Pharaohcious 10 років тому +51

    If you're just starting, make sure to study just because even when you're sure you have all the info down. Focus on the everything but know the billing. When you get done with your hours and they offer you a job be sure to take that position until hired by a place that you would rather work at and gain that experience. That is key in getting hire elsewhere. Keep HIIPAA in mind at all times. Don't be that person that gets fired/fined for discussing someones business in gossip.

  • @xLightning2
    @xLightning2 11 років тому +10

    I am finishing my program this month! I start my externship in less than three weeks. So excited! Good luck to all of you fellow MA's! Do your best and set a good example for all of us, as we're a team!

  • @IllinoisworkNet
    @IllinoisworkNet  12 років тому +8

    Good luck in your classes! Health Care is a growing Industry, which is always helpful when trying to start a career.

  • @lauragadille3384
    @lauragadille3384 8 років тому +9

    I'm studying to be a Medical Assistant. Next year I'll be in clinicals and I can't wait.

  • @eyysteph
    @eyysteph 12 років тому +5

    i start my medical assistant classes next semester! i'm so excited i'm almost done with school AAS here i come! :)

  • @chelseadaniels1964
    @chelseadaniels1964 7 років тому +24

    I completed my medical assistant program in 2014 and have yet to find a job. I'm currently working as nursing assistant and it's really not my cup of tea.

    • @angieboo5607
      @angieboo5607 7 років тому +2

      Jessica Robinson wow that's the only problem I have, you go to school and still can't find a job

    • @user-gu1hl2kx2k
      @user-gu1hl2kx2k 6 років тому +1

      what is nursing assistance?

    • @moniquefuller5743
      @moniquefuller5743 6 років тому +2

      Jessica Robinson - look for hospitals offering prn positions as an RMA if your able to keep your current job and work prn....the goal is to get your foot in the door first if that department likes your work ethic and has a position available they will hire

    • @amandab1363
      @amandab1363 6 років тому

      guessing cna.

    • @IllinoisworkNet
      @IllinoisworkNet  5 років тому +2

      Illinois Medical Assistants have a high annual job opening. Employment is very large (19,099 employed as a Medical Assistant in Illinois). If you are having difficulty finding a job, we recommend visiting your local workNet Center. They network within the community and can help with training, resume writing, interview skills, etc.

  • @Judith73284
    @Judith73284 11 років тому +12

    i start my medical assistant classes this september(: excited but kinda nervous! and after that im making my way up to become a registered nurse (:

    • @erikamartinez4788
      @erikamartinez4788 7 років тому +4

      Estephanie Avila nice! i wanted to become an RN but i'm going to become a medical assistant first and then become an RN.

  • @michaelhavens9327
    @michaelhavens9327 9 років тому +8

    fantastic career choice

  • @javezandtrey
    @javezandtrey 13 років тому +1

    Thanks for making this video, I just got accepted into the medical assisting program at my school and I'm excited about working in the field

  • @moscasucio1686
    @moscasucio1686 6 років тому +1

    Use it as a stepping stone. Continue to pursue being an RN. Medical Assisting pay sucks.

  • @lionessme723
    @lionessme723 12 років тому +1

    I am a registered medical assistant in NYC and am still diligently seeking employment with no luck. I am currently taking an extensive course at the American Red Cross to become a certified Phlebotomist.

  • @Decorm
    @Decorm 9 років тому +1

    An interesting peek inside the everyday life of a medical assistant. Get to know the person making sure you get the health care that you need.

  • @shelby_arlene7021
    @shelby_arlene7021 7 років тому +2

    the video shows real life stuff which i really like

  • @jabondaslab
    @jabondaslab 11 років тому

    i feel you, i have not found work yet either, but just keep going. i have background issues. but still dont give up. its been siince 2010 but still keep it going..DONT QUIT!!

  • @IllinoisworkNet
    @IllinoisworkNet  12 років тому +2

    @BrittanniMelissa You can search for jobs by industry on the Illinois workNet website. Get started by going to our website and clicking on Individuals, then Find Jobs. Good Luck!

  • @PhotarGames
    @PhotarGames 11 років тому +1

    I am a student in highschool, I start my first day of my externship today

  • @kasilbny
    @kasilbny 12 років тому

    I am in my first semester of the medical assisting program at Wake Tech

  • @ShiningStar-vx6jw
    @ShiningStar-vx6jw 6 років тому

    Hi everyone, hope you guys are having a good night so far. I begin M.A school next week so excited but also kind of nervous but am open to this and have a positive mind about it overall. Wish me luck all you M.A 's ! ☺ 😉 if have any tips please let me know especially on the receiving shots part!! lol 😝

  • @shauniverbrugge3914
    @shauniverbrugge3914 11 років тому

    I have started classes this year. I'm hoping that I succeed. After my classes, I hope I'll find quickly a job.

  • @crispyfiddles3893
    @crispyfiddles3893 12 років тому +2

    I am currently going to school to become a Medical Assistant. I want to work with children in a hospital or doctor's office setting.

  • @WWENASCARFAN
    @WWENASCARFAN 11 років тому +1

    Starting classes August 7th

  • @jabondaslab
    @jabondaslab 11 років тому

    you can do it.. i surprised myself graduating only making 1 B the whole time. just stay focused on your goals. i have not landed a job yet but im sure my criminal background is longer than yours... so you should be fine :-)

  • @penikalyons1729
    @penikalyons1729 11 років тому

    Starting class in January

  • @edithbyrne2276
    @edithbyrne2276 11 років тому

    Cant wait to start my jounery .:)

  • @kinji9090
    @kinji9090 12 років тому

    melissa if you want to work for kaiser, apply online at kp.org

  • @nanlisa
    @nanlisa 13 років тому

    She's right. Health care is where most of the jobs are at today. This video doesn't glamorize the medical field like these TV trade school ads do. You at least know what a medical assistant does.

  • @greathopefortoday
    @greathopefortoday 11 років тому +2

    Im a CCMA the total cost in for school in Baton Rouge,La 10,500 at Delta if anyone is interested .

    • @cyanstephens4177
      @cyanstephens4177 6 років тому

      Do they have online courses and did you receive an associate degree after completing all the courses?

    • @IllinoisworkNet
      @IllinoisworkNet  6 років тому

      Check out WIOA Approved Training programs on #ILworkNet
      www.illinoisworknet.com/Training/Pages/WIOATrainingProgramSearch.aspx

  • @BrittanniMelissa
    @BrittanniMelissa 12 років тому +1

    I finished college, completed my internship and was hired by the pediatrics office. It went well for a few months, and the doctor laid me off, and its been such a challenge finding a job again. My Dream job is to work at Kaiser, sutter or John Muir. I have applied religiously for 2 years, and I have yet to even go in for an exam. Does anyone have any advice for me??

  • @Nerdybudy19
    @Nerdybudy19 12 років тому

    I start my medical assistant classes this fall but I'm nervous, I just don't know if I'd land a job in this..
    :(

  • @inhabitantofearth
    @inhabitantofearth 10 років тому +2

    i'm interested in working in a hospital lab. I want to perform test on blood work and stuff like that. Who does that, or what should i major in to get there?

  • @justinfroot
    @justinfroot 13 років тому

    @MsCandynails go for RN alot more money and not that much more money

  • @technobeattt1780
    @technobeattt1780 8 років тому +1

    Is medical assisntant basically a nurse?

    • @IllinoisworkNet
      @IllinoisworkNet  8 років тому

      A Medical Assistance and Nurse are two different careers - you can learn more about Medical Assistant here: apps.il-work-net.com/cis/Clusters/OccupationDetails/100125?parentId=110800

    • @TheKeKe313
      @TheKeKe313 7 років тому +2

      Not at all. MAs are no where near being a nurse or similar to one.

  • @orira7390
    @orira7390 8 років тому

    how many months or weeks did you take this program ??

  • @zuley6957
    @zuley6957 6 років тому

    Quick Question is clinical medical Assistant similar to .medical assistant ??I rather work at an office ?:/ I start next month

    • @IllinoisworkNet
      @IllinoisworkNet  6 років тому

      You can review career descriptions here: www.illinoisworknet.com/explore/Pages/ExploreCareers.aspx

  • @Masterninjajay
    @Masterninjajay 11 років тому +1

    I am currently in school for medical assistant i want to go for perfusion when I'm done

    • @Danielle666LP
      @Danielle666LP 10 років тому

      What is it like? I'm going into medical assisting this year for 11th and 12th grade

    • @Masterninjajay
      @Masterninjajay 10 років тому +3

      Its pretty good. My advice would be to just stay focused and study study study even when you dont have to...It'll pay off big time

  • @iHye4LiFe
    @iHye4LiFe 11 років тому

    twitter : @MedicalSource this page is very helpful!!

  • @fldp2828
    @fldp2828 6 років тому

    And they need very little training in our state to do these tasks. A beautician has much more education in our state that an ma or cna. 3 weeks training and they can act as if they are nurses or doctors. Why when it comes to our personal intimate bodies just 3 weeks training? With our experiences we are not fans of cna or mas.

    • @IllinoisworkNet
      @IllinoisworkNet  5 років тому

      Medical Assistants must go through a training program; the training program is longer than a 3-week span. Medical Assistants and Beauticians are two different fields in the workforce. This video is pertaining to Illinois specifically. An excel training program in Illinois can take about 9 months but the average training program is full-time for at least a year long. Some choose to earn their Associates Degree along with their Medical Assistant Certificate, this takes about 2 years. Also, some take advantage of the opportunity to specialize in a specific area of interest and take additional courses to work towards that specialty.
      Medical assistants are involved with a large variety of different medicine aspects but they are not a doctor. They are trained from office responsibilities, medical insurance and billing policies, medical procedures, legal and ethical areas, medical terminology, to in depth Medical Assistant tasks. Medical assistants perform both clinical and administrative duties in their day-to-day job duties by helping care for patients carrying out routine treatments, run lab tests, and maintain office records.