EDU 0100 (A) Ms. Smith
March 11, 2013
“Five Keys to Professionalism as an Medical Assistant.”
Why Be a Professional in Medical Assistant ? A Medical Assistant (MA) is an integral member of the health care delivery team, qualified by education and experience to work in the administrative office, the examining room and the physician office laboratory. The Medical Assistant, also a liaison between the doctor and the patient, is of vital importance to the success of the medical practice. When you are a Professional in MA you will enjoy Pride, Respect, and Opportunities that others will not. There are “Five Keys to becoming a Professional in Medical Assistant.”
Character
Your Character is who you are and what you stand for . Being a Medical Assistant you do what is right and project a professional image. MAs make a conscious decision to hold themselves to a higher standard of performance and a more demanding code of conduct than others out in the medical field. They understand that trust is the foundation for all relationships and that the three main cornerstones of trust are honesty, truthfulness, and trustworthiness. MAs are responsible for their actions and their work. They understand their roles and responsibilities that they’re accountable for. They take pride in their appearance, posture, actions, and how they present themselves to others (Professional Image).
Attitude
Mahan 3 Being a Professional in Medical Assistant you put passion in your work and maintain a positive attitude at all times. You don’t assume that someone else will take care you or dwell on setbacks or obstacles. MAs seek responsibility. They understand that their career progress and personal development come from stretching themselves beyond their current roles and duties. Also seek out opportunities to learn new skills and welcome additional role and responsibilities that require them to stretch and grow. Once they a commitment