medical assistant is a stupid career

Remember the offices are worried about overhead. They want to pay you a low salary and train you the way they want you. There should be plenty available in the private sector. Hospitals have little internships. Agencies require at least 1 year.I have been doing it a long time so why pay me 3 dollars more. Just take the low salary and leave if they will not give you a raise after one year. They will pay you more with a bit of experience and Oh yeah, take the CMA a soon as possible. Most will not take you unless you have a CMA certificate or an RMA liscense.

THAT'S Funny.

Why is it that this forum always argues about nurses? I don't get it. It's a MEDICAL ASSISTANT FORUM! Concentrate on MEDICAL ASSISTING instead of trying to bash other careers. If you're that jealous of nurses, just apply to nursing school! Become one! Nothing is impossible if you work hard and put your mind to it. BOTTOM LINE- Nurses aren't going ANYWHERE anytime soon. The economy is bad. Yes, many ARE struggling..but it's all subjective, as the entire COUNTRY is struggling right now.

Who brainwashes some of the people on here. Dear Lord. It's like saying Nurses are going to be replacing Doctors..and that Surg. Techs are going to replace Surgeons. BE FOR REAL!

I thought I saw a lot of stupidity in nursing threads..but the medical assisting forum totally, completely, utterly, without a DOUBT..beats it out!

So? said: People who keep crowing about how LPN's are being phased out of hospitals glibly ignore the fact that LPN's still have no problem finding well-paid positions in nursing homes. LTC's are a booming business and no one is talking about phasing LPN's out there.

Maybe in some Hospitals it depends on the state. nursinglink.monster.com/news/articles/9154-rising-demand-and-pay-for-lpns

Markkay in Chicago, Illinois said: Maybe in some Hospitals it depends on the state. nursinglink.monster.com/news/articles/9154-rising-demand-and-pay-for-lpns

every have faith and we all will make it

I totally agree with plabby in Jackson Heights, New York, this forum is crazy!!!! Some of these people are suppose to be professional individuals who are either working already in the field or looking to work in the medical field and is so immature and very unprofessional in how they speak to people in this forum and it makes me wonder how well they do in their professional lives with their clients in the workplace. This forum was recommeded to me by someone to learn and gain information to better myself in the medical field and boy do I have regrets for ever loggin on in this forum. On the other hand, there have been times where some individuals has given me some tips that I can use in my profession on how to advance or whatever, but for the most part, these people are ALWAYS putting each other down, making negative comments about other professions and cursing at each other out about nothing. Grow up people and do not make any of these professions look bad unless u want to make urself look bad. Can we all agree to disagree in a mature and professional way???

Merry Christmas everyone, I hope all well with you. I just wanted to say that if you want to see this forum change then everyone should put positive remarks. I will leave this one with you all and may God bless. Take care and good luck in your job search.

Each of us as Healthcare Professionals is essential. Individually, we contribute our own unique style, knowledge, skills and training to the Healthcare Team. Only when working together can we provide the best care for our patients. Thank you everyone for all that you do!. For those seeking employment, keep the Faith, never give up and most importantly, enjoy the (Life)journey!. Merry Christmas!.

Thank you Rolinda that was beautiful said and u said it better than I could have said it! We CAN accomplish the best of care to patients, but only if we work together as a TEAM not aganist each other. Additionally, we can teach and learn from each other. Thank you for that positive note!!!!

toblesstobestress in Indianapolis, Indiana said: Thank you Rolinda that was beautiful said and u said it better than I could have said it! We CAN accomplish the best of care to patients, but only if we work together as a TEAM not aganist each other. Additionally, we can teach and learn from each other. Thank you for that positive note!!!!

Good evening, I'm glad to see that everybody can contribute to this forum. Its all about us helping each other out and this is the way it should be. If this keeps up we will be a positive forum. Merry Christmas everybody.
Peace and Good will to all man and woman...

Rolinda and the others who commented on her post - thank you so much for the positive comments. Yes, we can all work together as healthcare professionals as a team to bring quality healthcare services to people.So nice to read these positive comments. Happy Holidays to everyone.

first, no one said you wouldn't find a job as a nurse.Second..just wanted to make you aware that if you want to work in a "Nursing Home" great because that is probably where you will end up. As a matter of fact, that was the discussion regarding the "phasing out" of LPN's. They will end up in the nursing homes, because most LPN's do not wish to work there and that is where the demand will be. No, RMA's won't be hired, but most do not want to work there anyway. It seems "reality" is problem for you. I strongly suggest you check into the future of LPN's.
GOOD LUCK! and try to go beyond an LPN with your nursing career.

MA1 in Butler, New Jersey said: first, no one said you wouldn't find a job as a nurse.Second..just wanted to make you aware that if you want to work in a "Nursing Home" great because that is probably where you will end up. As a matter of fact, that was the discussion regarding the "phasing out" of LPN's. They will end up in the nursing homes, because most LPN's do not wish to work there and that is where the demand will be. No, RMA's won't be hired, but most do not want to work there anyway. It seems "reality" is problem for you. I strongly suggest you check into the future of LPN's.
GOOD LUCK! and try to go beyond an LPN with your nursing career.

It really shouldn't matter because a job is a job and actually that is where the big bucks will be. But why try and make people feel bad for wanting to become an LPN? You're a MA! It seems like you're still at it. Just let it go. If you are happy being a MA let it be. Those who are happy doing other things just let it be. You are still aurguing over nothing. I mean you must really hate nurses. It's silly, even if it's in black and white your accusations are false you would still aurgue with yourself. For Pete's sake please stop with the rude comments. I would rather make over 20.00 an hour in a nursing home than nothing at all. Everytime they get this forum back to everyone being civil here comes something else, it's just so tired some. Everyone is equal,GIVE IT A REST!

Hey Markkay, How you doing? Looks like the same old thing is starting up again "huh"! I got a bomb droped on me yesterday at work. The Air force is down sizing and they had to let a few contractors go and I happened to be one of the few that were let go. I do have another job lined up...I'm not upset about it for I saw it coming along time and so I was getting ready for the storm so to speak. I'm going back to work for a Nursing Ageny I used to work for before I went to work at Hill, AFB up in Layton Utah. They were telling me that they have so many jobs that they can't fill. They have been calling me to come back for a while now...like I always tell my family everything happens for a reason. Even some people might not agree with not all jobs are safe anymore on a lighter side there are jobs out there for everybody. I God is looking out for me and my family and as well with all other brothers and sisters out there. Merry Christmas everyone and God bless all of you.

I forgot to add that all jobs not safe anymore. Sorry about my error.

The recession is effecting all of us. Companies have gone bankrupt; Mortgage and Construction, Auto Manufacturing Plants and Dealerships, Hospitals, Restaurants, Schools and Retail stores, remember Circuit City?, how about Mervyn's?...etc. Others are laying off employees to stay afloat. My sister, Director of Accounting at UCSD, was forced to take a ten percent pay cut and a sixteen day per month furlough(unpaid time off). I like her positive energy. She's happy she still has her job and appreciates the extra time she can spend with her husband and her four year old son. The company her husband works for has layed off some employees, but he still has his job, so they're okay for now. We're all feeling it. The competition for jobs is intense due to the high unemployment rate. There are jobs available, we just have to be more resourceful and work harder to find them. These are difficult times, but not impossible. Please, have Faith, stay positive and be more supportive of one another. Matt I appreciate your effort in changing the direction of this forum. Merry Christmas everyone!.

Rolinda in Chula Vista, California said: The recession is effecting all of us. Companies have gone bankrupt; Mortgage and Construction, Auto Manufacturing Plants and Dealerships, Hospitals, Restaurants, Schools and Retail stores, remember Circuit City?, how about Mervyn's?...etc. Others are laying off employees to stay afloat. My sister, Director of Accounting at UCSD, was forced to take a ten percent pay cut and a sixteen day per month furlough(unpaid time off). I like her positive energy. She's happy she still has her job and appreciates the extra time she can spend with her husband and her four year old son. The company her husband works for has layed off some employees, but he still has his job, so they're okay for now. We're all feeling it. The competition for jobs is intense due to the high unemployment rate. There are jobs available, we just have to be more resourceful and work harder to find them. These are difficult times, but not impossible. Please, have Faith, stay positive and be more supportive of one another. Matt I appreciate your effort in changing the direction of this forum. Merry Christmas everyone!.

Good evening ma'am, I want to thank you for those nice words it means a lot to me. How are things out way job wise for MA's? I'm very thankful that I have a back up plan with my career...I'm always looking ways to grow with my new skills I got when I graduated from college. I love helping other people and anyway I can find to improve I'm on it before it is known by others this is what I'm suppose to do here on earth is help my fellow man/woman. God bless and Merry Christmas to you and your family.

Matt in Layton. in Sandy, Utah said: Hey Markkay, How you doing? Looks like the same old thing is starting up again "huh"! I got a bomb droped on me yesterday at work. The Air force is down sizing and they had to let a few contractors go and I happened to be one of the few that were let go. I do have another job lined up...I'm not upset about it for I saw it coming along time and so I was getting ready for the storm so to speak. I'm going back to work for a Nursing Ageny I used to work for before I went to work at Hill, AFB up in Layton Utah. They were telling me that they have so many jobs that they can't fill. They have been calling me to come back for a while now...like I always tell my family everything happens for a reason. Even some people might not agree with not all jobs are safe anymore on a lighter side there are jobs out there for everybody. I God is looking out for me and my family and as well with all other brothers and sisters out there. Merry Christmas everyone and God bless all of you.

And you will probably end up with more too, see that's the key you had a back up plan, if one thing didn't work you had something else to fall back on. It doesn't matter where you work as long as you hve a job. Nursing home,hospital, we are not Gods here. I love working with RN's because they inspire me,Although they make a lot of money it encourages me to believe that I will get there too. I don't think they are better than me but I learn a lot from working with them. You are going to do well. At this time no one is guaranteed to keep their jobs, But I'm happy it worked out for you God bless.

Markkay in Chicago, Illinois said: And you will probably end up with more too, see that's the key you had a back up plan, if one thing didn't work you had something else to fall back on. It doesn't matter where you work as long as you hve a job. Nursing home,hospital, we are not Gods here. I love working with RN's because they inspire me,Although they make a lot of money it encourages me to believe that I will get there too. I don't think they are better than me but I learn a lot from working with them. You are going to do well. At this time no one is guaranteed to keep their jobs, But I'm happy it worked out for you God bless.

Morning, Thanks for the great words of wisdom. I hope you have a good day as well. Take care and God bless.
Thanks,
Matt

No one is being rude sweetie...have a nice life....go forward with your nursing.......

I think that everyone should pursue their own chose of careers. As for myself, I absolutely love being a CMA. This is what rewards me, some patients will only ask for me to draw their blood and then tell everyone how great I am. When the patient thanks you for doing such a good job, it makes it worthwhile. Enjoy your holidays

Rolinda in Bonita, California said: Each of us as Healthcare Professionals is essential. Individually, we contribute our own unique style, knowledge, skills and training to the Healthcare Team. Only when working together can we provide the best care for our patients. Thank you everyone for all that you do!. For those seeking employment, keep the Faith, never give up and most importantly, enjoy the (Life)journey!. Merry Christmas!.

I so agree with you. I didn't go to college unil I was 49, and I do not regret the career I chose. I received my Associates deree in medical assisting and also a diploma in transcription. I have been out of work for 1 year by choice, but I am really looking into MA positions in the southern states, as it is warmer and better for my olc crickety bones. LOLOLOL

OOPS! I misspelled some of my words. My mind goes faster than my fingers I guess. haha

This might be of interest.

Medical Assistant - MA
ID# 41869
Entity Sharp Rees-Stealy Clinics - La Mesa/San Diego County
Department Family Practice
Category Nurse Support
Type Full Time
Shift Varied
LocationThis position is located in La Mesa.
Hours8-hour shift; 7:45 am - 4:45 pm. Variable may work: 8:30 am - 5:30 pm or 9:00 am - 6:00 pm, no weekends.
Qualifications
* Internal candidates only. (Sharp HealthCare employees)
* Medical Assistant certificate required.
* Current CPR certification required.
* Six months experience preferred.
* Excellent customer service, computer and organizational skills required.
* Able to multi-task required.
* Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Good evening everybody, I wanted to wish all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Years to all of you.

Take care and God bless.

"Thanks Matt" and the same to you and your family! Happy Holidays!!!

pinkyphillips@comcast.net in Indianapolis, Indiana said: "Thanks Matt" and the same to you and your family! Happy Holidays!!!

Good evening, Thank you for replying. I wish you the best to you and your family. Peace and Love to you all.

YOU TOO! =)

Matt in Layton. in Sandy, Utah said: Good evening ma'am, I want to thank you for those nice words it means a lot to me. How are things out way job wise for MA's? I'm very thankful that I have a back up plan with my career...I'm always looking ways to grow with my new skills I got when I graduated from college. I love helping other people and anyway I can find to improve I'm on it before it is known by others this is what I'm suppose to do here on earth is help my fellow man/woman. God bless and Merry Christmas to you and your family.

Hi Matt, Thank you. I appreciate the positive energy you contribute to this forum. I'm glad you had a contingency plan. We should always have a Plan B....just in case. I know you will be all right. When faced with adversity, the good ones always land on their feet. Unfortunately, like other occupations here in California, jobs for MAs are not as plentiful as they were before the recession hit. I have been working in the Healthcare Field for nearly 13 years as a Respiratory Therapist. April, 2010 will be the end of my 13th year and the start of my 14th. I have never seen things this bad. Change is a constant. These are difficult times, but not impossible. I agree with you. There is always room for improvement. The more we learn and the more skills we attain, the more diverse we become, making us more valuable to employers. Keep up with your good works Matt. Merry Christmas!.

I believe everyone should have a choice in what they want to do as a career,but why would anyone pay so much money to attend a school that probably isn't licensed and spend so long in school and have trouble getting a job and when you finally get a job you get not much more then minimum wage. I almost made the mistake of doing an ma program but luckily I withdrew and got a refund and am using the money towards an rn degree.

Rolinda in Chula Vista, California said: Hi Matt, Thank you. I appreciate the positive energy you contribute to this forum. I'm glad you had a contingency plan. We should always have a Plan B....just in case. I know you will be all right. When faced with adversity, the good ones always land on their feet. Unfortunately, like other occupations here in California, jobs for MAs are not as plentiful as they were before the recession hit. I have been working in the Healthcare Field for nearly 13 years as a Respiratory Therapist. April, 2010 will be the end of my 13th year and the start of my 14th. I have never seen things this bad. Change is a constant. These are difficult times, but not impossible. I agree with you. There is always room for improvement. The more we learn and the more skills we attain, the more diverse we become, making us more valuable to employers. Keep up with your good works Matt. Merry Christmas!.

Good evening, Thank you for the kind words. I wanted to tell you...I saw a quite MA jobs up in the state of Washington if anyone is up there and looking for a job. I got it off of careerbuilder.com...I hope that someone out there. Merry Christmas everybody.

Matt in Layton. in Sandy, Utah said: Good evening, Thank you for the kind words. I wanted to tell you...I saw a quite MA jobs up in the state of Washington if anyone is up there and looking for a job. I got it off of careerbuilder.com...I hope that someone out there. Merry Christmas everybody.

I to know the feeling of change. I recently relocated to the Seattle area, with RT needs abound. I worked for the about a month, but now no work. Agency work is un-reliable and it's hard to get into alot of the hospitals here. I too am looking for a plan b, I simply just want to work.This is just a heads up for those who think we a recession proof, so many of the hospital's here use nursing for there floor treatments. So simply reducing the number of RT's needed on staff.

Stacsi in Brooklyn, New York said: I believe everyone should have a choice in what they want to do as a career,but why would anyone pay so much money to attend a school that probably isn't licensed and spend so long in school and have trouble getting a job and when you finally get a job you get not much more then minimum wage. I almost made the mistake of doing an ma program but luckily I withdrew and got a refund and am using the money towards an rn degree.

Hi Stacsi, It differs with each individual's needs. For some it may not only be a second career, but also another souce of income. For others whose spouse earns enough income for the household, they may wish to contribute to their community by working in Healthcare while also earning extra income for their household. Although Nursing is a great career, it isn't for everyone. I have worked with RNs for nearly 13 years. I know their job is stressful. Money doesn't guarantee happiness. My friend and (RT)Respiratory Therapist coworker learned this lesson after accepting a ridiculously higher offer(Nurse's salary) from another employer and leaving us. She couldn't pass it up and to tell you the truth, I wouldn't have either. She hated the job and had to wait 2 years for another position to open up and is now back with us. Woohoo!. It's good to have her back and I actually earned a referral bonus by helping her get the job with our employer. The grass isn't always greener on the other side. I like what I do as a Respiratory Therapist and my job is less stressful. Follow your heart. Merry Christmas to all!.

Mark RCP in Texas said: I to know the feeling of change. I recently relocated to the Seattle area, with RT needs abound. I worked for the about a month, but now no work. Agency work is un-reliable and it's hard to get into alot of the hospitals here. I too am looking for a plan b, I simply just want to work.This is just a heads up for those who think we a recession proof, so many of the hospital's here use nursing for there floor treatments. So simply reducing the number of RT's needed on staff.

The agency RTtempts is on my space. I was helping some people in the RT forum because they were complaining about jobs. I even got an invite from them RT Tempts to join them there. I also put some agencies there in the RT forum with Indeed And from what I saw on My space they have a lot of RT's there giving information about RT jobs all over. Get on there and see what you can find. I hope this helps.

They also have jobs available for RT's on their website too. They may have MA jobs there because they place a lot of Alled Health Professionals.

Markkay in Chicago, Illinois said: They also have jobs available for RT's on their website too. They may have MA jobs there because they place a lot of Alled Health Professionals.

Good afternoon Markkay, I wanted to say hi and to wish you a Merry Christmas. Have you heard from Annie C lately? I've been processing for my new job to start by next week...I'm looking forward to it. I also wanted for all your advice in the past on this forum and good luck in school. Are you on Christmas break yet? Take care and God bless.

Hello Matt;

Yes I am on Xmas break right now, shool starts back on the 11th of January. I'm glad to hear that you will be starting a new job soon. You can enjoy your rest with your family. I know you are probably used to working day-shift as an MA. At least you will have more opportunities to work extra shifts if they let you. You may not have to work two jobs. I hope you and have family have a blessed Xmas.

Hello Matt! How are you? I've been busy with the holidays, family and all. But I've been checking up on the forum every once in a while. Hope all is well, and wish you luck with the new job! I hope you have a very wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year with your loved ones. God Bless. Also, Hi Markkay!!! Merry Christmas.

Merry Xmas Annie;

I hope all is well.

Annie C in Hartford, Connecticut said: Hello Matt! How are you? I've been busy with the holidays, family and all. But I've been checking up on the forum every once in a while. Hope all is well, and wish you luck with the new job! I hope you have a very wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year with your loved ones. God Bless. Also, Hi Markkay!!! Merry Christmas.

Hello Annie C, It's really good to hear to hear from you again. How are you? Everything is going as I had seen it and falling into place. I will be working with a Nursing agency...at least I can work the hours I want and get paid everyweek and I have also had a third interview with Comprehensive Health Services at the American Express Servvice Center in West Valley City, Utah. It would be per-diem and after a few months it would be full time with benefits. I wanted to wish you a Merry Christmas to you and your family and God bless.

Markkay in Chicago, Illinois said: Hello Matt;

Yes I am on Xmas break right now, shool starts back on the 11th of January. I'm glad to hear that you will be starting a new job soon. You can enjoy your rest with your family. I know you are probably used to working day-shift as an MA. At least you will have more opportunities to work extra shifts if they let you. You may not have to work two jobs. I hope you and have family have a blessed Xmas.

Hi Markkay, If I had to work two jobs for a while that is ok...I wouldn't doing it for ever, and with that extra money...I could get bills paid off a little faster and get my family those extra things they need and want. The best thing about these blessings I'm getting...is that I would be with my family on the weekends and still be able to go to church on Sundays...it does not get any better. I thank God for every little thing in my life. Take care friends and Merry Christmas.

Sorry for any words I left out.

God is good!

Amen!

Hello Ladies, Merry Christmas. I hope is well with you all. Take care.

Matt in Layton. in Sandy, Utah said: Hello Ladies, Merry Christmas. I hope is well with you all. Take care.

Hi Matt, I'm happy to hear you're doing well. Merry Christmas to you and your family!. Merry Christmas to everyone!.

rolinda in Chula Vista, California said: Hi Matt, I'm happy to hear you're doing well. Merry Christmas to you and your family!. Merry Christmas to everyone!.

Thank you! Merry Cristmas to you and your family and may God bless you as well.

Love and Peace,
Matt Edler, NCMA

Suzanne in Grand Rapids, Michigan said: I am thinking about training to become a MA. I recently was given some money for college, enough for two years. I was wondering if anyone out there would recommend becoming a MA or is there something else out there that could be more useful with two years of college?

If you really want to be an MA, go to a university instead of one of these little trade schools like i did. Everyday, i wish i had gone to a local college for my training. However, time was of essence to me so i took the shorter road. I work hard to stay positive about finding a job in the field of MA (but you don't get paid for looking for a job). Look around, if there is a university or even a community college you can attend to be an MA go for that. i believe your progress into employment will be quicker and you may even receive beter pay. Although i really liked the school i attended, and some people have been hired, you'll learn more in a university or community college. Some do offer training for MA. I wish you much success!!

Hello all! Happy New Years "2010". May this new year be the best for each and one you. Take care and God Bless.

Sicerely,
Matt Edler, NCMA

Matt in Layton. in Sandy, Utah said: Hello all! Happy New Years "2010". May this new year be the best for each and one you. Take care and God Bless.

Sicerely,
Matt Edler, NCMA

Thank you Matt. Happy New Year to you!. Hope everything is going well for you and your family. I too hope 2010 brings all the best for everyone. Keep the Faith. Good journey.