What Is a Medical Assistant?
A medical assistant supports the work of the physician, by working directly with the healthcare team and patient.
What Does a Medical Assistant Do?
Medical assistants work side-by-side with doctors, nurses and others on the healthcare team, treating patients from newborns to senior citizens. They demonstrate a blend of varied skills including administrative, technical, communication and interpersonal abilities.
What Will I Learn With This Training?
During your program you’ll receive hands-on training and learn how to:
- put patients at ease
- correctly and efficiently interpret physicians’ instructions
- take medical histories and record vital signs
- collect and prepare laboratory specimens
- perform basic laboratory tests on premises
- instruct patients about medications and special diets
- prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician
- authorize drug refills as directed
- draw blood and give injections
- prepare patients for x-rays
- take electrocardiograms
- remove sutures and change dressings
What Career Opportunities Do Medical Assistants Have?
Medical assistants may experience diverse career opportunities. You can work in:
- physicians’ offices
- hospitals
- clinics
- outpatient medical facilities
Medical assistants can also find career opportunities in:
- administrative support occupations
- medical assisting education
- office management
Start Your Education Here.
Pima Medical Institute’s renowned instructors are both academically and professionally qualified offering years of relevant, hands-on experience to share with students, creating real-world scenarios during your
courses in our medical assistant labs.