Medical Assistant Q&A | My Experience | Sharlene Colon
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I appreciate all the continued support you guys give me ♥️
I’m a CCMA and I LOVE it! I was fresh out of high school and found out I was pregnant a month later. I was put on bed rest at 6 months and quit my job. I was a single mom and I was trying to figure out what I wanted to do and how I could provide for my baby. I started Medical Assistant school 3 months after my baby was here! Fast forward to a year later I LOVE being a Medical Assistant. I’m currently in school for my BS in health service management :) you go girl! And by the way, I’m going through a Staffing recruiter too :)
i am so proud of you that’s so inspiring
aww I love this
Omg currently a stay at home mom watching this and feeling that way
Omgosh me too!
Thank you soooo much for this video!! It was very helpful!! Congratulations on the new bundle of joy!! ❤️
Thank you for being so open and honest this is really really helpful I’ll be done with my MA program in January 2021 and I’ve been working really hard I’m getting nervous but I’m super excited ☺️☺️
This video is so helpful! I start my first MA job in a few weeks 😭 I’m nervous but so excited and proud to be a part of the company I’m at
I’m currently in school for RMA, and this video answered so so many questions! Thank you!
I am a new clinic RN and I find your video soooo helpful! Thank you for all the advice! 💞💞💞
Suong Ho I’m glad you liked it!!! 💖
Love this video !! Thank you so much, you gave me some peace of mind. ❤️ God bless your baby boy and family. ✨
I felt like you were talking directly to me. I had a horrible externship. I had too many MA’s to shadow. They all argued and gossiped about each other like there is so no tomorrow. I really learnt everything on my own. Very toxic environment. I would room, inject, do ekgs for all the MA’s. They all just set by the computers to send patient results. It was a very traumatic experience for me! If not for the hardcore education I got from my school, I wouldn’t have survived there. The physicians and patients were awesome though. Hearing you say “develop a thick skin” makes me motivated to start my journey as an MA. Thanks sis ❤️
Great video! I been a MA for a while now n love it!
I just reached 6 years as a CMA! Currently working towards my BSN! I hope to become an RN in 1 year! 🎉
How do you become an RN in 1year? I thought it takes 2 to 4 years.
It doesn't matter who I am... Because I’m on my 3rd year of school. I will graduate as an RN in 1 year.
@@karla5670 oh ok, well congratulations that's awesome.
I am currently going to school to be a BSN while I'm a CMA and tbh this was the best decision I ever made !!
Live Life you working while you studying? Isn’t hard to catch up on classes?
This is so informative. I truly enjoyed this one. 🙌🏼🤓
This is soo helpful, thank you so much!!!
You should do a video on how your interview was like in the first job you got . And what kinds of questions do they ask you in the job interview when they hired you
Thank you for this. So informative because I'm thinking of doing medical assistant as well. Great explanation. Needed this.😘
I literally just finished my externship and im freaking out to really get out there in the medical field on my own but your video just helped calm my nerves!!! Thank you so much for making this video im definitely subscribing and congrats on your baby!! i have one and about to start trying for no. 2 in a few months.
Beccap I’m glad you enjoyed my video!! ☺️ and thank you so much for subscribing and good luck to you!! 🙂🥰
Thank you so much!!! I am really sensitive person and I will build that feeling
This is helpful! Love that you include God in your journey ❤️
I start my medical assistant program Monday, December 7th !! Thank you for the info ❤️
I just recently came across your channel and instantly subscribed! I became a MA in 2011. I had my son Aiden in 2010. Just like you, I wanted something quick and I’ve had always had an interest in the Medical field. Now I’m currently in school for LVN, also doing an accelerated program for it, I’m super excited and can’t wait to graduate!
MabelC06 omg that’s awesome 👏🏻 #TeamAiden #TeamMedicalassistant haha 🤗 & that’s great that your continuing your education! Nothing better than that! Good luck and when’s your expected graduation date?
Sharlene Colon August 2020 🤗🤗
MabelC06 Yay!! You go momma ❤️👏🏻 you got this!
I love you😭your so real and you made me not feel scared and go for it❤️
You are beautiful and smart. Good luck young mommy! Thank you for sharing.
Your video just made me so much better about asking question and taking notes on externship this videos in general very helpful thank you so much
I so needed to hear this thank you for sharing.
5:32 My Medical Assistant teacher wrote that book!
Awesome video! FYI to others...there are MA programs as short as 3 months
This is random but My mom is a surgeon and she told me if I want to be an MD I can start with MA and so far it’s helpful ☺️
davina rodriguez oh yeah! It’s a great stepping stone!! & that’s awesome that your moms a surgeon! I’m sure you hear crazy stories all the time!
Sharlene Colon omg yess very unbelievable and amazing stories !
Thanks for sharing that🙏🏼it is the same path i am taking
Hi
I am from india
I am applying for office administration health services diploma in Canada..it is really a huge investment
Is it worth it? Will i get job by doing that?
Thanks for doing this !! I’ve worked at a DME company for 2 years now and I do the intake for home O2 patients needing equipment. I am always talking to the CMA’s for 6mwt results, clinical notes and all that good stuff. I am really wanting to be on the other side of it though so that’s why I’ve started doing online classes to become a CMA. This was very helpful thanks girl !
Onyx&Me no problem!! And oh wow that’s cool! & you go for it! Especially with that experience you have it helps a lot! Good luck!! I’m sure you’ll do great! Keep me updated 🙂
considering ma as a career, and you have helped me the most in learning more about it! Thanks
Jonnie Cobos shut up
@@1120forevrr Bitch get out of here with your disgusting attitude
Taylor Burrows girl what? This wasn’t even to u or her.. it was clearly to the person who said something negative then deleted it so who really has the nasty ass attitude? YOU BITCH
Taylor Burrows plz don’t talk before you know because you sound stupid. Never negative on here but we can start dummy 👌🏾 have a nice day
Girl, I am too sensitive.
This is the only part that has me FREAKING outtttt!
I am too! It was very hard for me because I took everything personal! But little by little started to learn not to let it get to me.
You are so pretty! Thanks for the details! I actually want to go into phlebotomy! I’m so undecided 🤷🏻♀️ I need that push & drive.....then I’ll be on it! Thanks for the information Mrs. Pretty! Hope you having a good Sunday funday!
MBlifestyle hehe thanks boo! That’s a good career too! It’s way cheaper and shorter time and I believe you get paid either about the same or more. Whatever path you choose good luck to you!! & no problem girly! Happy Sunday 😘
I am so glad I watch your vlogs 1st....good information girl
POST MORE MEDICAL RELATED VIDEOS PLS!!! Just from watching you I learn so much!! 🥺I am also looking into becoming an assistant
I’m glad you enjoy my medical assisting videos! But unfortunately I will be having a baby in less than a month and will not be working for a few months 🤭 But once I do get back to work I will continue.
Sharlene Colon thank you so much please take your time ❤️
Thanks so much for the info!!
Very helpful!!
Congratulations on your pregnancy!!!!!! 💕💕💕✨✨✨ sending love and light your way!
Amazing Grace Thank you so much!! ❤️
I start the program in august I am very excited !
Loved this video
This is exactly how I feel I need to do something fast lol care wise and always wanted to try this but was always afraid and intimidated!! Lol thanks for the video girly!!
Be afraid but do it!
Great video! Could you do a what I bring to work video?
Great explanations I watched both day in the life also
Hey! I just stumbled upon your channel and I love it. Your medical assisting videos have been so helpful. I just graduated high school as a CCMA. I’m hoping to get a job soon but the more I think about my career the more anxious I get. I have volunteered in a hospital setting as part of an externship for my program. How long did it take you to get used to being comfortable enough at work? Do you think it’s hard to keep up with everything going on in the health care setting you work in? Thank you so much for your videos! 🖤
Michelle Moreno Hi Michelle! Welcome to my channel! I’m glad you love it ❤️ & it’s okay to feel that way! I think Volunteering is a great way to get your feet wet! & it took me about a month or two to fully feel comfortable in my clinic. 2 years later I still ask questions if I feel doubtful of something. & for me it’s not hard to keep up because I’m a fast learner and there is always going to be constant change in the medical field either with your patients, doctors or even technology. I think change is good because it keeps us on our feet and helps us grow and learn more.
I loooveeee your videos! I’m a medical assistant too! I haven’t taken my certification exam yet. I’m nervous, idk where to begin when it comes to studying... any tips? Can you make a video on passing your certification exam?
Its really easy, I had my CCMA study guide which helped me
love ur vibe grl ❤️
Here in Germany it’s a 3 years education program ! We are as competent as RN :) we can decide not to work shifts (sometimes!)
Mystic Diaries I was really wondering if there’s medical assistant jobs in Europe since I’m a Serbia native but study MA in the US. Thanks for letting us know that there is an MA job in Europe as well!😭🙂
very helpful video. Since I was a kid I have blood and needle phobia. I almost faint when my blood is draw or seeing blood or getting surgery like tooth out or cut some mole under local anesthetic. This week I went to see psychologist and I have started therapy to over come my phobia. I hope to get rid off my phobia and start new journey in healthcare.
Do you miss the Medical Assisting job? I’ve seen you are doing a lot of other things which is awesome! Do you ever look back at it? Awesome vid by the way!
🤗😇 thanks for your video is helping me to do ma too!!
Good video ❤️ honest and to the point
Lorena Burgueno Thank you 👌🏻 🙂
Thank you so much for this Q&A! It has helped me a lot to prepare myself on everything. And since you say you will be leaving in a few weeks because your going to have your baby, are you on maternity leave in which, are you still keeping that job that your working at now and going back when everything is okay with your baby or are you finding another clinic or hospital to work at when you go back to work as a MA again?
angelstar513 No problem!! I’m glad you found it helpful! & no I’m going to be a stay at home mom for more than what “maternity leave” gives me. So I will no longer be working where I do currently. Once I get back out there I am going to look for something closer to home.
@@SharleneColon Aww sorry to hear you won't be working where you currently work at now. It seems so nice there! But I'm glad to hear how it became a good stepping stone of giving you the experience and skills as a MA. Keep us updated on the baby and your life. And can't wait to see more videos from you! :)
Hi my highschool offers a medical assistant program should I take in that offer as a side job while trying to get into nursing school later
Yvonne if your school offers something like that take advantage! I just graduated and no longer have the time to begin a medical assistant program
Yesssss!!!
Yessss
If you want to do nursing I wouldnt waste time/money doing MA. I would try CNA if you plan to work while in nursing school because nursing schoo lis HARD and takes a lot of time and class is during day hours while MA works.
Take every opportunity your high school gives you! It's problem wayyyyy cheaper becoming an MA in highschool than in college!
that so weird I go into it once my friend also told me about it and also I just signed up today and starting tues :)
@sharlon colon thank you for the advice, much appreciated. This is my first year going to college for MAA( Medical Administrative Assistant). I am excited, I am taking it online though, so I feel like the book work is harder for me to understand and I'm more of a hands on person. I feel like I am going to be completely lost,because I haven't been studying the book as much. It's harder for me to learn from a book. Do you think I will still be fine?
Whaaaaat?! You're preggers?! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!! You look so amazing! Never would have guessed... Thank you for your final werds of wisdom.. needed to hear that. You have an idea, but wow! My current class is crzy and it's the first class I've been in in 17 years!!!!! I'm FINALLY starting a career! The blitches in my class, (3 students total until the next module,) are all about me failing...cuz I'm white. What they don't understand is that I'm hungrier for this than they are. I've battled being ostracized, outcasted, and alienated by just about my entire family, have been homeless most of my adult life here and there, and am fighting for custody of my 1st born. I've been studying my heart, mind, and soul out, and it's paying off considerably. For ex: my 1st day, I knew NOTHING. They were both already med pros in one way or another. This only inspired me to beat their pretty booties further. lol I'm actually better prepped for each clss than the instructor who admitted to being a bit rusty during our class tonight. I'm feeling REALLY good/ much better about being so behind compared to my peers. I needed to see your positive uplifting video after class.. THNK YOU!!!! You're intelligent, beautiful, talented, and a true inspiration to all first-time med students! I love YOU! Keep up the great videos, my new friend in the med ind. HUGS!!!! Love, BB aka Love Warrior P.S. Happy Holidays, Mama!! :)
How was your experience working as an MA in a cardiologist office? What was it like? What did you do there?
What advice do you have for those trying to do school and work at the same time since most of my MA classes are in the mornings and most jobs claim they would work around your schedule but don't I am about to start classes at my local community college and the certificate program is only 10 months but once my unemployment runs out I need to find a job while completing the program but its hard as it is to even get a job specially one that would work around school
jb look into working for home instead Senior care they let you choose your schedule
I'm so glad that I came across this video. I'm a bit older and I'm a CNA at an Urgent Care Center. I decided that I wanted to get/become a CMA. I'm hoping that I'm able to get assistance for the financial part of the course but I wanted to ask a question. I want to see if there is anything that I can study before starting this class that will help me become more familiar with the role? I have been looking for material that I could study or take quizzes on to help me. I'm a bit older and hoping that I'm able to swing it. I did complete a CNA course as well. Thanks for your very helpful videos.
Anna - did you end up getting your CMA?
I start my program in March 😋
Hey Just found your channel with the “ day in the life of a medical Assistant “ & I instantly subscribed to your channel and I also found this video very helpful im also a medical assistant:)
Michelle Orellana ❤️ I’m glad you found it helpful! Welcome to my channel 🤝 and if you ever have anymore questions feel free to ask! 😃 how long have you been a medical assistant?
Sharlene Colon this December it’ll be 1 year!! Thanks I appreciate it 😁😁😁
Back in 1998 I attended a technical school called Southern Careers Institute, at that school they offered Medical Assistant training, I ended up enrolling in a different training
Thank you
new subscriber 💕
Are all of the courses for MA similar to the courses for RN? I’m really confused in what I want to study because I’ve heard from some people that studying for RN is supper hard. I need help and some advice.
You can start with being a clinical certified medical assistant. They do a lot of work especially if you work in an urgent care. And when you figure out whether you like that or not you can decide to move up to RN. Or an LVN. If you're wanting to do that you can go to a local community college and normally are in programs are two years. But becoming an MA will definitely help you understand what you're expecting. Our ends get paid more than MA's. However I am a certified medical assistant and I absolutely love it!
Zero dislike that’s so beautiful
jamal joseph omg I didn’t even notice that!! Awesome 🤩
I did the MA program 3 years ago and failed 3 classes. Never went back to finish. Next week I start just where I left off and i will be graduating in November, do you have any advice? Study tips?
From which country you did your course?😕
Make flash cards
DONT do MA. Go straight to LVN at least. You will regret doing MA, is a waste of time and money. You will be better if as LVN.
StarHeartCrystal stop telling people that
Did you graduate yet?
What if i got into a program in high school is it the same thing can I still become one by not going to college if I passed my exam
What state are you in? Working in a heart clinic would be my dream!! I am going to MA school in Aug! :) can’t wait!!! I live and will be working in California.
Leslie Maranda I’m in INDIANA 🌆 and omg Cali sounds amazing! 🤩 I’ve learned so much in my clinic! It’s pretty amazing to see people get transplants and see their life/health change for the better!
Sharlene Colon that’s so awesome!!! 🥰❤️
Hi Sharlene:
Hope you are doing well. I really like your content about MA, as it is very important for me to learn from the field experienced person. I am also studying MOA. I have a question about the interview. What kind of questions the hiring manager will asked you in an interview? Do they asked behavioural question? In candidate, What they are really looking for? What piece of advice you will give us to keep in mind while during interview? Looking forward to hearing from you.
So is it worth it pay wise? Considering going into the field but disappointed that alot of similar jobs pay very close to minimum wage
I went to school for two years for my degree. I went online.
I WENT TO MEDTECH COLLEGE TOO! AND YES ITS CLOSED ! LOL. It's now Gwinnett College and I'm still enrolled in Gwinnett college. I'm almost done I have 4 classes to go!!!! Whoops hoo. I'm bilingual and I'm just looking for bilingual MA I'm doing my associates
Good luck!
I am a c n a but wanting to do something in medical field I am older I am very much wanting to go to the medical assistant just want to make sure I can do it. I love medical field
You should I'm a cna and in school f oh r medical assistant it's not that to be honest you can do it
does a certificate take longer than 9 months ?
Do you have to take the program or degree plan at college or trade school to take the CMA Test?
What state are you? Wondering because of the pay rate. Thanks again for taking your time sharing your experience
Indiana 🙂
When did you start feeling confident in doing injections and EKG? I am going on externship in 2 weeks and I’m so nervous because I don’t feel 100% confident in my injections and EKG
How were you able to drop off your child at school if you started work at 7am? Odd question I know, sorry but I have twins that are about to start school and I'm thinking about going into the MA field.
Sandy Colon I had him enrolled in before and after school care that the school provided for an extra fee.
@@SharleneColon Awesome! Are you planning to go back to work after you give birth? Or are you permanently going to be a stay at home mom again?
Sandy Colon I’m going to be a stay at home mom for a few months💙
I am about to start ma school. and I'm nervous but I have been wanting to do it for a long time.
Do it💪🏾🙌🏾
Start!
Hello, I’m trying to enroll in school, but I just wondering how much did you pay in tuition. An estimate I’m a mom with one year old and 5 months pregnant. Should I wait till I have my baby or just go enroll .
They will help u with finances such as loans and financial aid.
Have any higher education after complete medical assistant course
I think i can do this I am so nervous guys😩😩😩
God you are S.T.U.N.N.I.N.G 😍😍😍😍
Mona Vejdani 🥰 awww, Thank you sooo much!
@@SharleneColon For real girl! You are so beautiful! So much glow and radiance 😍 And these videos you create are 👌🙌🙏
I NEED THAT BOOK ASAP
also are all CMA tests the same in each state?
aleena sanchez yes that book is everything! & I’m not sure if it’s different in every state🤔 I’m sure some stuff is.
Sharlene Colon which state did you do your CMA test ??😌
aleena sanchez Indiana 🌆 where are you from?
Sharlene Colon California!
Do you think eventually you’ll go back to working as an M.A in the future?
Yes! Even if it’s a part time I’m sure I will!! 😊
I'm wondering who gave you an attitude was it the drs nurses or patients ? I'm worried about this part
Hi how are you.
I pass 10th class now ,and i want to do diploma in nursing is this good?
Asad Ullah yes 👍🏻👏🏻
@@SharleneColon thanks.
In sluggish asl lol but we throwing hands if they went over the top🤣
Hi i am a boy a can i still be a medical assistant do they allow males too
Yes, I work with plenty.
When you said my name i kinda freaked
😂
Become a Gastroenterologist! Just Imagine Dr.Colon will be performing your colonoscopy today! How cool would that be lol!
I Want to learn MA what time does it take learning MA help me 😔
Some One depends on what school you choose and if you choose to go for a MA diploma or MA degree.
Hello. Where did you study from?
Are you able to become a medical assistant with a GED?
Jackie Cordova yes 👍🏻
In California cma make 18 an hr
@@matthewmelendez18 yup especially in Scripps hospital abt 20
@@matthewmelendez18 yes cma is definitely a good career in California the less pay is 15 an hr if you're in a low income clinic but the big hospitals pay rage is 18 and up. It is a excellent career. 👌
@@onemindonessaid6983 i live in California and that pay sounds horrible. I worked security at a strip and made around 20/ 30 an hour depending on tips. Servers make more money. Hourly pay is garbage in this state.
Is it easy to find a job as a medical assistant?
OfficialMichelle- marie It was easy for me because I went through a staffing agency. They place you where you are needed and you get a lot of experience that way. But if you apply around on your own it might take more time just because there is so much competition out there. But good thing that in the medical field there will always be jobs! You just have to keep applying, interviewing until you find the right one.
Is it a Monday-Friday?
Jas The Mrs yes 👍🏻 only Mon-Fri
Are you still an MA ? just wondering because I am a medical assistant as well and want to vlog just like you do
Just do it Sonia! Do it today!
Are you still working as MA?? i currently started taking my classes to become one and i am nervous, i sometimes feel like dropping out since its my fisrt quarter taking the classes but second quarter in college and I dont know what I truly want to be but medical assisting always caught my attention.
@@perlaramirez4869 yes I still am but the pay sucks I wish I would of done nursing well atleast were I live it sucks people working for Amazon make the same as me
Can you work in more then one medical office
Yes, traveling MA’s do it. Or you can work urgent care on weekends.
How much did your cma career cost? They were charging me 18k
@Awesome Randomguy yes but I heard public schools take longer to finish 2 years and privates 9 months not sure if this is true.
Look at technical schools or community colleges they are much cheaper.
one mind ones said I did a trade school. It was free
@Awesome Randomguy True mine is in a community college for 3k. If it had been more, I wouldn't have enrolled.
i know this is from 4 years ago but $13/hr is absolutely ridiculous! i just googled average MA salary in Wisconsin and its currently $21/hr which is much more realistic.
It is very ridiculous! I worked for 3 years and made it to $14 an hour.