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honors english
munns michel
November 09, 2024
Administrative medical assistant

Administrative medical assistants (AMAs) are vital for the smooth functioning of healthcare offices.

They handle a wide variety of administrative tasks which include organization, communication, and

varying levels of technology. One must get specialized training in order to be effective in this position. In

this paper I will be explaining the required skills and education to be an Administrative Medical Assistant.

What type of skills do administrative assistants need to possess? To succeed in a constantly changing

work environment, administrative assistants and secretaries must possess a certain skill set. For instance,

tasks such as keeping folders in order, scheduling meetings, and maintaining databases are all tasks that

require organization skills. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics states, “Secretaries and administrative

assistants keep files, folders, and schedules in order so that an office runs efficiently." AMAs are required

to do this as it contributes towards an orderly workplace. Furthermore, AMAs are supposed to be trained

in manners so that they better deal with patients and staff. They have to examine patient records, manage

appointment scheduling, which necessitates sounding both management and communication. According

to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, "secretaries and administrative assistants interact with clients,

customers, or staff. They have to be polite and courteous while communicating to other members

of the team” There is a social side to every job including communication. In the patient salvation

process, AMAs have to engage with the employees as well. AMAs, as reported by the Bureau Of
Labor Statistics, are employees who have to contact various clients, customers or other

employees So that there is no misconduct, these people have to learn the manners and courtesy

which are essential when interacting with other members of the society. Improving these skills set,

AMAs may gain trust from patients and help create a good working atmosphere and efficient healthcare

delivery systems. To conclude, social and communication skills are a requisite in the practise of this

profession. Indeed for one to be an administrative medical assistant there is a need for quite a number of

years of education and usually an associate degree.

Pursuing a career as an administrative medical assistant necessitates many years of schooling and

typically an associate's degree, to be eligible for an advanced-level position, such as a senior medical

administrative assistant, professional work experience may be essential. For entry-level positions, you can

start right after high school graduation, although proficiency with spreadsheets is fundamental.

Community colleges and technical schools provide relevant courses or programs in various secretarial and

administrative fields.While a degree is not absolutely mandatory, it is strongly encouraged. The U.S.

Bureau of Labor Statistics notes, “Workers for this position typically possess a degree in business,

education, or communications”. Employers frequently favor candidates who have completed college

courses.” This indicates that possessing a degree is substantially advantageous, as employers commonly

seek candidates with formal education, which can enhance job prospects.

Ultimately, it takes a diverse skill set and a great deal of effort to become a successful administrative

assistant. It's essential to have both interpersonal and organizational skills as AMAs interact with patients

regularly. To perform the job well, it is recommended that people have some relevant experience. Besides

the skills you gain in training, having a degree is also advised. Administrative medical assistants are the

core of our healthcare system and are key to running things smoothly. In summary, AMAs are essential to
the healthcare system, as they apply their comprehensive organizational, communication, and professional

skills to maintain the efficient operation of medical offices.

Work cited

[1]“Secretaries and Administrative Assistants : Occupational Outlook Handbook: : U.S. Bureau of Labor
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Bls.gov. (2019). Secretaries and Administrative Assistants : Occupational Outlook Handbook: : U.S. Bureau
of Labor Statistics. [online] Available at:
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Secretaries and Administrative Assistants : Occupational Outlook Handbook: : U.S. Bureau of Labor
Statistics. (2018, August 8). Bls.gov.
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Bureau of Labor Statistics. “Secretaries and Administrative Assistants : Occupational Outlook Handbook: : U.S. Bureau of Labor

Statistics.” Bls.gov, 18 June 2019,

www.bls.gov/ooh/office-and-administrative-support/secretaries-and-administrative-assistants.htm.

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