Certification and Career Opportunities

What is one of the benefits of obtaining a medical assisting credential?

• Increased salary

• Less working hours

• More vacation days

• Better job security

Which of the following is a credential available to medical assistants awarded by national organizations?

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

• Registered Nurse (RN)

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

What should a medical assistant be able to explain regarding their profession?

• The history of medical assisting

• The current employment outlook for medical assistants

• The salary range of doctors

• The benefits of being a nurse

What role should a medical assistant be able to describe after completing this chapter?

• The role of a patient navigator

• The role of a surgeon

• The role of a pharmacist

• The role of a dentist

What is the process by which a recognized credentialing agency or professional organization determines that an individual has met the required education and/or experience criteria?

• Licensing

• Certification

• Accreditation

• Endorsement

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of certification?

• Demonstrates unparalleled professionalism

• Can impact employability

• Guarantees a job

• Validates education and experience

Which organization provides the CMA (Certified Medical Assistant) certification?

• American Medical Technologists

• American Association of Medical Assistants

• American Medical Association

• Association of Medical Technologists

What certification is offered by the American Medical Technologists (AMT)?

• CMA (Certified Medical Assistant)

• RMA (Registered Medical Assistant)

• CMT (Certified Medical Technologist)

• RMT (Registered Medical Technologist)

Which organization provides the NCMA (National Certified Medical Assistant) certification?

• National Healthcareer Association

• National Center for Competency Testing

• National Medical Association

• National Certification Board

What does the abbreviation NHA stand for?

• National Healthcareer Association

• National Health Administration

• National Health Association

• National Healthcare Accreditation