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Responsibility for the work a medical assistant performs belongs to whom?
Responsibility for the work a medical assistant performs belongs to whom?
The medical assistant's physician-employer
Who among the following would NOT be able to delegate duties to a medical assistant?
Who among the following would NOT be able to delegate duties to a medical assistant?
- A physician
- A medical student who has started a rotation in the medical office (correct)
- A practice manager
- A nurse
Medical assistants may administer medications under the authority of whom?
Medical assistants may administer medications under the authority of whom?
The Physician
Which types of institutions are most likely to offer diploma programs?
Which types of institutions are most likely to offer diploma programs?
At first, who trained medical assistants on the job?
At first, who trained medical assistants on the job?
What factors contribute to the need for more medical assistant jobs in the United States?
What factors contribute to the need for more medical assistant jobs in the United States?
What quality is necessary for a medical assistant to show compassion, understanding, and sympathy?
What quality is necessary for a medical assistant to show compassion, understanding, and sympathy?
To be eligible for which certification examinations must a student graduate from CAAHEP or ABHES accredited programs?
To be eligible for which certification examinations must a student graduate from CAAHEP or ABHES accredited programs?
In small clinics or physicians' offices, a medical assistant may perform which of the following roles?
In small clinics or physicians' offices, a medical assistant may perform which of the following roles?
What is the term for when an institution chooses to undergo a review by an accrediting body?
What is the term for when an institution chooses to undergo a review by an accrediting body?
What quality is demonstrated if a medical assistant remains friendly and helpful even when patients are hostile?
What quality is demonstrated if a medical assistant remains friendly and helpful even when patients are hostile?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit a patient can expect from utilizing a patient navigator?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit a patient can expect from utilizing a patient navigator?
Which of the following is a common benefit of obtaining a professional credential or certification?
Which of the following is a common benefit of obtaining a professional credential or certification?
The patient navigator is the primary source of what between patients and their providers?
The patient navigator is the primary source of what between patients and their providers?
What is the term for when a student works unpaid under the direct supervision of a preceptor during an extern course?
What is the term for when a student works unpaid under the direct supervision of a preceptor during an extern course?
An accredited program has learning outcomes that are based on what?
An accredited program has learning outcomes that are based on what?
Why did physicians begin hiring medical assistants as professionally trained office staff?
Why did physicians begin hiring medical assistants as professionally trained office staff?
Candidates who pass the AMT certification examination receive which credentials?
Candidates who pass the AMT certification examination receive which credentials?
What type of program would a medical assistant prefer if they want to advance into supervisory or management positions?
What type of program would a medical assistant prefer if they want to advance into supervisory or management positions?
Medical assistants may receive which credentials from the National Healthcareer Association?
Medical assistants may receive which credentials from the National Healthcareer Association?
Flashcards
Can a medical assistant administer medications?
Can a medical assistant administer medications?
A medical assistant can administer medications, but only if their physician has authorized it.
Who is responsible for a medical assistant's actions?
Who is responsible for a medical assistant's actions?
Medical assistants perform their tasks under the direction and responsibility of their physician employer.
Can medical students delegate to medical assistants?
Can medical students delegate to medical assistants?
Medical students in rotation cannot delegate their duties to medical assistants - they are still learning and need to perform tasks themselves.
Where can you get a certificate to be a medical assistant?
Where can you get a certificate to be a medical assistant?
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Why is empathy important for medical assistants?
Why is empathy important for medical assistants?
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What does it mean for a medical assistant to be congenial?
What does it mean for a medical assistant to be congenial?
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What's needed to become a CMA?
What's needed to become a CMA?
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What is accreditation?
What is accreditation?
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What other roles can medical assistants have in small practices?
What other roles can medical assistants have in small practices?
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What does a patient navigator do?
What does a patient navigator do?
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Does using a patient navigator guarantee insurance coverage?
Does using a patient navigator guarantee insurance coverage?
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What does the RMA credential mean?
What does the RMA credential mean?
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Does getting certified guarantee a job?
Does getting certified guarantee a job?
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How can a medical assistant advance their career?
How can a medical assistant advance their career?
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How does competency-based learning work in medical assistant programs?
How does competency-based learning work in medical assistant programs?
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Why did the role of medical assistants become popular?
Why did the role of medical assistants become popular?
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Study Notes
Responsibilities and Delegation
- Medical assistants perform tasks under the responsibility of their physician-employer.
- Medical students in rotation cannot delegate duties to medical assistants.
Administration and Training
- Medical assistants can administer medications as authorized by the physician.
- Initial training for medical assistants was provided on-the-job by physicians.
Education and Job Demand
- Diploma programs for medical assistants are typically offered by community and career colleges.
- Growing job demand for medical assistants is driven by technological advances and an aging population.
Professional Qualities and Empathy
- Empathy is essential for medical assistants to demonstrate compassion and understanding towards patients.
- Congeniality is displayed by medical assistants who maintain friendliness even in challenging situations.
Certification and Accreditation
- Eligibility for the CMA, AAMA certification exams requires graduation from accredited programs by CAAHEP or ABHES.
- Accreditation involves a review process by an accrediting body to ensure institutional standards are met.
Roles and Job Functions
- In small clinics or offices, medical assistants may serve as receptionists or insurance clerks.
Patient Navigation and Benefits
- Patient navigators facilitate primary communication between patients and healthcare providers.
- Utilizing a patient navigator does not guarantee insurance coverage for recommended procedures.
Professional Credentials
- Obtaining professional certification does not guarantee employment.
- Individuals passing the AMT examination earn the Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential.
Career Advancement and Competency
- Those aiming for supervisory roles should pursue degree programs for better advancement opportunities.
- Accredited programs focus on competency-based learning outcomes.
Historical Context
- The hiring of medical assistants began due to a shortage of nursing personnel, highlighting the evolving needs of healthcare.
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Test your knowledge on the responsibilities and roles of medical assistants as outlined in Chapter 1 of the Medical Assisting profession. This quiz will cover important concepts related to delegation and accountability in the medical office setting.
