Are you interested in working with medical patients in a variety of settings? Are you passionate about helping others, and have strong attention to detail? Then a career as a medical assistant might be right for you. At Beckfield College, we have recently revamped our medical assisting diploma program to help students better prepare for a rewarding career in this field in less than two years.
There are many reasons you should consider a career in medical assisting. Here are 6 most compelling reasons why medical assisting is a great career path:
1. Growing Demand for Medical Assistants
Job opportunities in healthcare fields are projected to grow much faster than other occupational groups. This is mostly due to an aging population that is living longer than any other generation in history. One of the most in-demand healthcare workers right now is the Medical Assistant. According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, career opportunities in medical assisting are expected to grow by 18% between 2020-2030.
2. Wide Variety of Employment Options
Not only is there a growing demand for workers in this field but there are so many options of places to work. Medical assistants can work in a wide array of settings, including hospitals, outpatient clinics, private medical offices, assisted living facilities, in ambulatory care, just to name a few.
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3. Medical Assisting is a Stable Career
Medical assistants are not only in demand but the field also has a remarkably low unemployment rate. As we continue to navigate through the pandemic, the need for qualified medical professionals will continue to hold. Along with job stability, medical assisting also offers favorable salary ranges. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average wage in Kentucky is $33,450. Glassdoor.com reports that the average salary for a medical assistant in Cincinnati is closer to $38,000 a year. As long as there are hospitals and clinics, and people that need healthcare, there will always be a demand for medical assistants.
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4. Hours and Scheduling is Predictable
One of the main considerations with pursuing a new career is what type of hours you will be working? Most medical assistants that work in private practice medical offices, set schedules and predictable hours. This allows medical assistants to schedule and balance out the rest of their home and personal responsibilities and schedules with more predictability. If you prefer working a more variable schedule, at different times and days of the week, then working in a hospital setting is a good option.
5. Advancing Career Opportunities
Obtaining your certification is the easiest way to find advancement opportunities. Most medical assistant graduates go on to sit for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam. You’ll gain a variety of technical and soft skills that will make you more marketable to employers. At Beckfield College, our medical assisting program prepares students to sit for the CCMA, CMA, and RMA exams, though not required for graduation.
Becoming a medical assistant can also be a great stepping stone into the healthcare industry. With the relatively fast entry into the field, you can determine how much you enjoy working with patients. Many medical assistants go on to earn a nursing degree or work toward becoming office managers in a medical setting. With a diploma in medical assisting, you will build a strong foundation that will help prepare you for whichever path you choose.
6. Rewarding Career
Medical Assistants are a crucial part of a professional medical team. They perform a combination of administrative and clinical duties and are often the person that a patient sees first and talks to the longest. If you are someone who wants to build a career around helping others, this is a great profession to seek. Not only will you work with patients on a daily basis, but a career in medical assisting will feed and inspire your passion as a natural caregiver.
Are you ready to become a medical assistant?
If you are looking for a career where you can help others and inspire your community and family around you, then consider speaking to one of our admissions representatives to learn more about the medical assisting career path. Our team will go over enrollment requirements, class schedules, and financial aid possibilities. The list above proves there are many perks to becoming a medical assistant. But the decision is ultimately yours. Just give us a call at 859-371-9393 or send an email to info@beckfield.edu.