Registered Medical Assistant Jobs

A Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) plays a crucial role in the nursing industry by performing both administrative and clinical tasks. They are responsible for duties such as scheduling patient appointments, answering phones, updating patient records, drawing blood, administering medications, and assisting physicians during patient examinations. RMAs often serve as a crucial link between patients and doctors, ensuring that the flow of information is smooth, timely, and accurate. They are usually the first point of contact for patients and greatly contribute to creating a positive environment in healthcare settings.

Essential skills for a Registered Medical Assistant include strong communication abilities, attention to detail, technical competence, and good interpersonal skills. They must be certified by the American Medical Technologists (AMT) and should ideally have high school diploma or equivalent. Prior to becoming a Registered Medical Assistant, an individual could have roles such as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Phlebotomist, or Medical Secretary. These positions can provide valuable experience in healthcare settings, patient care, and medical terminology, serving as stepping stones towards the RMA role.

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Medical Assistant - Family Practice - Winthrop

  • Winthrop, MA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Winthrop, MA
  • 5 hours ago

Performs Point of Care Testing (POC) as ordered including but not limited to Urine dips, HCG testing, Strep A, HGB A1C, and glucose testing. 12. Performs quality control checks on equipment. 13....

Medical Assistant - Family Practice - Malden

  • Malden, MA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Malden, MA
  • 5 hours ago

Performs Point of Care Testing (POC) as ordered including but not limited to Urine dips, HCG testing, Strep A, HGB A1C, and glucose testing. 12. Performs quality control checks on equipment. 13....

Medical Assistant II Family Medicine

  • Detroit, MI
  • 5 hours ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 5 hours ago

Corewell Health is offering a $2,000 sign on bonus for this Full time Day MA II position. Job Summary Under the direction of management and physician leadership, performs and oversees functions...

Medical Assistant Ambulatory Clinic

  • CO
  • 6 hours ago
  • CO
  • 6 hours ago

Medical Assistant -Ambulatory Staffing Development Program -Denver/Cherry Creek Outpatient Clinics Department: Positions available in primary care and specialty care clinics. Specialty care...

Medical Assistant I

  • Longmont, CO
  • 6 hours ago
  • Longmont, CO
  • 6 hours ago

Medical Assistant -Ambulatory Staffing Development Program - North Outpatient Clinics Department: Positions available in primary care and specialty care clinics. Specialty care including...

Medical Assistant

  • Glenwood, IL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Glenwood, IL
  • 6 hours ago

Were unique. You should be, too. Were changing lives every day. For both our patients and our team members. Are you innovative and entrepreneurial minded? Is your work ethic and ambition off the...

LPN or Medical Assistant - Family Medicine North Fargo Clinic

  • Fargo, ND
  • 8 hours ago
  • Fargo, ND
  • 8 hours ago

Careers With Purpose With over 224 clinic locations and 46 medical centers, Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. Join our...

Medical Assistant-Physician Practices Cpe

  • Hampstead, MD
  • 11 hours ago
  • Hampstead, MD
  • 11 hours ago

MEDICAL ASSISTANT-PHYSICIAN PRACTICES CPE Hampstead, MD SUBURBAN PHYSICIANS Full-time - Day shift - 8:00am-5:00pm Allied Health 88279 $15.00-$26.00 Experience based Posted: Today Apply Now Save...

Medical Assistant - Primary Care - Quincy

  • Quincy, MA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Quincy, MA
  • 13 hours ago

Performs Point of Care Testing (POC) as ordered including but not limited to Urine dips, HCG testing, Strep A, HGB A1C, and glucose testing. 12. Performs quality control checks on equipment. 13....

Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine - Reading, MA

  • Reading, MA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Reading, MA
  • 16 hours ago

Performs Point of Care Testing (POC) as ordered including but not limited to Urine dips, HCG testing, Strep A, HGB A1C, and glucose testing. 12. Performs quality control checks on equipment. 13....

Medical Assistant I Maternal Fetal Medicine

  • Troy, MI
  • 17 hours ago
  • Troy, MI
  • 17 hours ago

Corewell Health is offering a $2,000 sign on bonus for this full time Day MA I position. About Corewell Health Outpatient Clinics Corewell Health operates over 300 outpatient clinics across...

Medical Assistant - Enterprise Float Pool

  • Aurora, CO
  • 17 hours ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 17 hours ago

Location: UCHealth Anschutz Inpt Pavilion - Aurora, CO Department: UCHlth Enterprise Float Pool FTE: Full Time, 1.0, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Days Pay: $19.67 - $25.57 / hour....

Medical Assistant - Float

  • Miami Gardens, FL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Miami Gardens, FL
  • 17 hours ago

Were unique. You should be, too. Were changing lives every day. For both our patients and our team members. Are you innovative and entrepreneurial minded? Is your work ethic and ambition off the...

Eye Care Partners

Medical Assistant - The Retina Clinic

EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

Medical Assistant - Occupational Health

  • Wichita, KS
  • 23 hours ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 23 hours ago

Details Department: Occupational Health Schedule: M-F 8am-5pm Clinic: Ascension Medical Group Location: 501 N Maize Rd Wichita, KS 67212 Benefits Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance...

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Salary for Registered Medical Assistant Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Registered Medical Assistant positions.



Highest Education Level

Registered Medical Assistants offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
26.6%
Bachelor's Degree
24.1%
Associate's Degree
22.0%
High School or GED
18.1%
Master's Degree
4.7%
Doctorate Degree
2.3%
Some College
1.5%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Registered Medical Assistants
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%


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