You can become a medical assistant by completing either a medical assisting degree program or a medical assisting certificate program. A degree in medical assisting is typically a 2 year Associate of Applied Science degree in Medical Assisting. A medical assistant certificate program could take anywhere from 6 weeks to 1 year to complete and […]
Continue ReadingArticles by Chris Jackson, Chief Editor
Here on this page are all of Chris Jackson's articles. After years working as a medical assistant, Chris enjoys creating content resources to help medical assistants continue their education, grow their knowledge, and advance their careers.
Medical Assistant vs Patient Care Technician
When considering a career in healthcare, there are many options to choose from. Two high-demand healthcare professions are medical assistants and patient care technicians. While both roles involve providing care to patients, there are key differences in training, job responsibilities, and career opportunities. In this article, we will explore the similarities and differences between medical […]
Continue ReadingHighest Paid Medical Assistant Salaries by City (Infographic)
Medical assistant salaries vary widely across the country. Regionally they vary based on the local economy. However, they can also vary quite a bit by industry depending on the type of medical assistant program completed. For example, specialized medical assistants often earn more than medical assistants who aren’t specialized. We keep an updated database of […]
Continue Reading45 Highest Paid Medical Assistant Specialties
When you first complete a medical assistant program you are excited to take any job opportunity for the experience. But as medical assistants get further down their career paths they may choose to focus on one medical assistant specialty. Today we wanted to provide a list of the highest-paid medical assistant specialties that provides ideas […]
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