Finding a medical assistant job

michelle in San Diego, California said: i've graduated this march and havent found a job yet because i dont have any experience in the field.How am i supposed to get experience if they dont hire me.

I graduated at the top of my class and I had 6 jobs waiting for me when I finished. I have been a CMA since 2005 and have had 2 jobs. If you don't have a job yet, there is something wrong in one of these areas..1) you are asking for way too much money out of school; 2)you need work on your resume (i can help you); 3)your interviewing isn't going well; 4)you really aren't looking hard enough. Your school should have lifetime placement opportunities. You may HAVE to take a low paying MA position to get at least 6 months experience. I started my first job making $10 per hour and now I am making $16.50 an hour. So, it can be done.

Tabetha in Granbury, Texas said: I am fixen to be starting school for a medical Assistant. I am kinda scared though, because I was In Special Ed classes all through school. I did graduate but I dont really know math all the well, so I was wondering what type of math Is Involved and just how hard the program Is. thanks

You will need to find another word to use besides "fixen" if you want to get in to medical school. "fixen" is a term you use when something needs repairing. You can't use those types of words if you plan on being a medical professional. Just wanted to give you something to think about. I refuse to consider hiring anyone who cannot use the english language properly.

Michelle in San Antonio, Texas said: You will need to find another word to use besides "fixen" if you want to get in to medical school. "fixen" is a term you use when something needs repairing. You can't use those types of words if you plan on being a medical professional. Just wanted to give you something to think about. I refuse to consider hiring anyone who cannot use the english language properly.

Like I said. I was In special Ed classes. I wasn't In regular English classes like most kids In school. I am very confident that when I go to college there will be some for caring teachers there to help me out. Yes, I will have to work harder then most college students, and I will. I am not just gonna sit back and live on welfare the rest of my life just because I was In some Special Ed classes and I dont like being talked down because I didnt use the english language, "PROPERLY" I asked a few simple questions that had nothing to do with English language.

Just so you don't misunderstand, I wasn't trying to criticize you; I am trying to help you. I commend you for going forth and not letting anything hinder you. I have a brother who was in special ed classes his entire life and like you, he didn’t allow that to stand in his way, he is now a Wal-Mart manager. If you can't take constructive advice from a stranger, I'm afraid you may not do well in the medical world if someone tries to correct you. Although it may seem a personal attack, how you communicate definitely will always be a reflection on you and future promotions. Not everyone is sensitive to those who have special circumstances and I sure would hate for someone to offend you and mean it as I am not and would never intentionally offend anyone. If you took offense to what I said, I sincerely apologize. I am trying to help you. I know from the passion you have you will be awesome at whatever you do!

For all of you that have been having a hard time finding a MA position, don't look down...ALWAYS LOOK UP!

I lived in Florida, Pinellas County near Tampa Bay and the jobs are BOOMING down there for MA's!!!!

I believe it's all about Location, Location, Location...

Good Luck to You all and Keep Pushing because it will come!

Monica Wilson in Caseyville, Illinois said: I graduated from a school for medical assisting over a year ago. I am a certified,RMA,CPR certificate and still cannot find a job

Hey all. I finished my classes in April & we had graduation in June of this year. I'm currently working in a pharmaceutical company so right now its not a problem that I can't find a medical assistant job. However, my friend who graduated with me is having trouble finding a job. She is a Certified Medical Assistant, First Aid/CPR certified and soon will be taking her EKG certification. I find it hard to believe that "one of the fastest growing careers in America" is not allowing people to find a job...

its ridiculous to pay all this money for schooling to still be out of the medical field months or a year later.

Good luck to all those looking for jobs. I know how hard it is because I've been helping my friend.

Take Care!

een said: come to clifton nj there are a ton of ma jobs for someone with your resume

een: Where are you finding all these jobs?

Can you send me the RMA preview test if you still have it. Thanks so much.

Jagdai Ramdath in Great Neck, New York said: I am looking for medical assistant job I got my MA certificate ,,RMA certificate, CPR certified,Phlebotomy certificate,EKG certificate and still looking to find a job

great

I graduated as a Medical Assistant in 2004 and because of financial problems i was unable to get certified and I am ready to work in a clinic or a hospital where I can get some training and get certified. Helping and making others feel better is my passion. I am at a point in my life where I am ready to persue my career. I am a very determined person ready to do what I must do to become a medical assistant. I am looking for a job.

LC in Cleveland, Ohio said: Your own really. My school issued us a book that was about preparing for the RMA and AAMA exams and the CD included had tests on it that were SO hard. You are better off reviewing your texts and notes. If you would like to take the RMA exam,which wasn't so bad,and would like a copy of the RMA Preview Exam,which WILL give you an idea on what to study for,then email me.

Hi, my name is Julio, I am interested about taking the RMA I graduated in NY but I moved to CA a month ago, I would like a copy of the rma preview exam to have an idea on what to study for. my email is julioiglesias247@yahoo.com

I need information about the rma exam, I graduated from MA in ny but i had to move to CA a month ago. i cant get a job here unless i get my rma, does anybody have preview exam or notes that could help? i will really apreciatte. or any book that u recomend
this is my email julioiglesias247@yahoo.com

If anyone wants the RMA Preview Exam, you can write me at llc_rma@yahoo.com and I can send it from there directly.

hi guys, I just moved from NY to CA, I graduated as a medical assistant in NY but i cant get a job here in CA because of my certificate, so i have to take the rma exam in order to get a job as a MA. does anybody have any information about it or preview exams that could help me study? I need to know how can i do to take the rma test and where to take the test
i will really apreciate.
please email me to julioiglesias247@yahoo.com

I am currently a Medical Assisting student. It's almost time for me to do my internship and I cannot find a site to do it. I am finding this very hard because I work during the day, so I would need a hospital or doctors office that is open till late. I am currently located in Tampa FL. I am thinking of switching my major to Health Service Administration because of my issue with finding a site. The school is not taking part too much in finding me a site. I am a online student. I am doing my last general education class. If I could find a site soon I can graduate by June or July. I feel disappointed that I cannot find a site nor can the school find me one.

I RECENTLY GRADUATED FROM MA SCHOOL AND NO I CAN NOT GET A JOB. THEY DID LIE TO ME ABOUT WHERE I COULD OR COULD NOT WORK. ALSO ABOUT THE SLARY. NOT GOOD THIS IS A TOTAL LIE.

i am also an online MA and i am scouting sites for my internship as well any advice would be helpful at this time.how do you go about prospective sites,approaching the coordinator to let you train etc, what schedule do they prefer tot rain because i will be working i want my mornings devoted to my MA training,so i will have to take a nite job and say goodbye to sleeping because i will devote time to homework and study, its worth it,but ten months without sleep? i hope i can make it ty

Hi everyone,

I can admit that I was a victim in school to the lies that they were telling everyone about increasing jobs as a MA. I have graduated with an associates degree in December of 2006 and have not found a job yet. I was even willing to lower my pay to $9.00 if possible, but all I heard in response is the infamous quote "you don't have any experience". I was even willing to relocate across the country if need be. It got to be so bad that I just gave up and now I'm in nursing school where I know I will find a job for sure. My advice to everyone is don't wait so long like I did or find another trade because medical assisting is not it if you don't have experience!!!!!!!!!!!

Michelle in San Antonio, Texas said: I graduated at the top of my class and I had 6 jobs waiting for me when I finished. I have been a CMA since 2005 and have had 2 jobs. If you don't have a job yet, there is something wrong in one of these areas..1) you are asking for way too much money out of school; 2)you need work on your resume (i can help you); 3)your interviewing isn't going well; 4)you really aren't looking hard enough. Your school should have lifetime placement opportunities. You may HAVE to take a low paying MA position to get at least 6 months experience. I started my first job making $10 per hour and now I am making $16.50 an hour. So, it can be done.

Michelle can you email me? I have some questions about my resume!!

Michelle in San Antonio, Texas said: I graduated at the top of my class and I had 6 jobs waiting for me when I finished. I have been a CMA since 2005 and have had 2 jobs. If you don't have a job yet, there is something wrong in one of these areas..1) you are asking for way too much money out of school; 2)you need work on your resume (i can help you); 3)your interviewing isn't going well; 4)you really aren't looking hard enough. Your school should have lifetime placement opportunities. You may HAVE to take a low paying MA position to get at least 6 months experience. I started my first job making $10 per hour and now I am making $16.50 an hour. So, it can be done.

WHY IS IT SO HARD TO FIND A JOB?! I HATE THAT ALL THESE PLACES NOW HAVE APPLICATIONS ONLINE AND THEY NEVER CALL BACK. i GRADUATED FROM AN M.A. SCHOOL IN OCTOBER OF LAST YEAR. I FINISHED MY EXTERNSHIP IN JANUARY. MY SCHOOL HAD PROBLEMS FINDING ME A SITE AND IT TOOK THEM LONG ENOUGH. NOW IM JUST JOBLESS AND ITS REALLY STRESSFUL TO BE BROKE! I APPLY HERE AND THERE AND NOTHING. WHY DO SCHOOLS GUARANTEE JOB PLACEMENT WHEN THEY DONT DO ANYTHING IN THE END?UGH... ITS SOOOOO FRUSTRATING. SCHOOL AINT CHEAP AND YOU WOULD THINK THEY CAN AT LEAST GUARANTEE YOU A JOB AFTERWARDS

i agree with most peopel thye the shools get your hope up saying thelling you us there are jobs out there luring us in like suckers getting s excited , then when it is all said and done boom!! we stuck with a huge grant to pay back !! . Why are they allowed to get away nwith it. I have been to years and i have been not been able to find ajob in the medical asiting filed because they all want expeience or at least they want give you a chance.

hi my name is diana and i am going to take my certs because i can't find a job with out it so if you could please send me a copy of the rma exam practice test i would appreciate it because i took the test the first time and got a 68 i need to score higher thanks email dianairizarry20@yahoo.com

viv_kusum in San Bernardino, California said: hi,
I m on H4 visa and just completed my medical assistant course was looking for some hospital to sponsor me work permit if any one can help me plzz do let me know...what should be done i was planning on during physician assistant if i get job as an MA.
waiting for some help..
Thanks.

hi kusum....i am sam and i just wanted to find out if u got the job aS MA. if yes, then i would very much like to know the procedure u followed...right from scratch....

I am a cert. medical assistant i graduated over 6 months ago and i can't find a job, i am bilingual spanish/ english they always tell me that i need experience but how can i get it if they don't give me the opportunity, I NEED A JOB!!!!!!!!

Hi Everone, I am a 47yr mothe of two. I would get training as a Medical Assistant. I hope I am not to old. Iam looking for some schools. What do think of Manhattan Institute in New York or Plaza College in Jackson Heights Queens. Or if you know some good schools let me know. Thanks,

I live in Yuma, AZ, I just moved here about a month ago and I am looking for a job. I just graduated in June and have got certified as a Medical Assistant, phlebotomist, and I also hold a certificate as a Medical Administrative Assistant. I'm having a hard time finding a job, seeing how most jobs requires bilinqual english/spanish applicants who have at least 2 years of experience. It would be nice if someone who is from this location to respond back. Thank you.

LC in Cleveland, Ohio said: Your own really. My school issued us a book that was about preparing for the RMA and AAMA exams and the CD included had tests on it that were SO hard. You are better off reviewing your texts and notes. If you would like to take the RMA exam,which wasn't so bad,and would like a copy of the RMA Preview Exam,which WILL give you an idea on what to study for,then email me.

would like info on the RMA preview exam.
Thanks

I currently graduated school and am waiting to take my RMA. Anyone know where i can intern in NJ. I would like the practice in an office but i am having problems finding anywhere. Alot of places will not hire without my cert and with no experience so i am stuck. I have passed my phlebotomy cert and i am just waiting to take my RMA and re-take my EKG cert. Any info on studying for the RMA and internships in NJ would be greatly appreciated. Please email cclabby@gmail.com

Thanks in advance

Medical Assistant in Houston graduated 10/2010 CMA, CET, CPT Certifications and Bi-lingual in spanish and can't find a job if it saves my life I need help I didn't know it would be so hard if anyone knows of anything let me know azul200922@yahoo.com

viv_kusum in San Bernardino, California said: hi,
I m on H4 visa and just completed my medical assistant course was looking for some hospital to sponsor me work permit if any one can help me plzz do let me know...what should be done i was planning on during physician assistant if i get job as an MA.
waiting for some help..
Thanks.

Hi.
Did you get some work? I have the H4 visa too. I´m thinking to do the Medical Assistant Program, but I´m afraid to not get a job because of the visa....

I graduated from medical assisting in 2007 and was number 1 in my class. I've had three interviews and each turned me down due to inexperience. I am tired and frustrated. It doesn't feel good to have to live with your mother with two kids because you can't find a job. In my interviews they pump me up as if they were going to hire me, then I don't get any call backs. My whole life I wanted to work in the medical field and every time I don't get call backs makes me feel like a failure.

First of all, You are NOT a failure,You are number one! I know it is hard sometimes to find a job, I have been there, You have done your part which is study hard and being number one in your class, I wish i was number one in my class. remember everything as its own time; time to study, time to look for a job, time for interviews, time for wait for call back, time to get a job! you are in your way to get a job! be positive review your books and keep looking it will come , Don't it is gonna be fine. remember every time you go to an interview you gain experience so when the right job for you calls you for an interview you are gonna be ready and they are gonna hire you. believe it, it does not cost you anything!
let me know how is it going.
God Bless!