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American Medical Technologists National Medical Assistants Week
National Medical Assistants Week
is October 17th to 23rd and this year’s theme is
"Medical Assistants: Dedicated to Making a
Difference."
American Medical Technologists (AMT) will be observing National
Medical Assistants Week October 17–21, 2005. Since 1984, AMT and
others in the healthcare community have honored the vital role and
the professional excellence that medical assistants provide in the
delivery of healthcare to patients. The 2005 theme, “Dedicated to
Making a Difference” emphasizes their dedication as vital members of
the healthcare team.
In addition to NMAW activities headed by AMT and its state
societies, numerous hospitals, clinics, physician offices, and
schools around the country will also celebrate the week with events
to educate the public about health care and the role of medical
assistants.
Medical Assistants certified by AMT as RMA’s must pass an exam and
have the required education and experience to receive this
professional certification. A medical assistant is a multi-skilled
professional who combines clinical and administrative
responsibilities to assist in all aspects of medical practice in a
physician office, hospital, clinic, government agency, or
laboratory. Clinical functions include: taking vital signs, charting
patient information, recording medical histories, performing routine
tests, and applying dressings. Administrative duties include:
scheduling appointments, billing and maintaining patient files.
“Medical assistants have become essential to providing a
professional and comforting atmosphere for patients. Their
commitment to patient care is critical in today’s healthcare
setting,” says Christopher A. Damon, J.D., Executive Director of
AMT.
About American Medical Technologists: American
Medical Technologists is a nationally recognized nonprofit
certification agency and membership association representing over
32,000 individuals in allied health professions. Since 1939, AMT has
been setting standards in allied health certification. AMT currently
certifies the following professions: Medical and Dental Assistants,
Medical Administrative Specialists, Phlebotomy Technicians, Medical
Laboratory Technicians, Medical Technologists, Office Laboratory
Technicians, Allied Health Instructors and Laboratory Consultants