Medical Assistant Certification in Arizona – AZ

Undergoing an MA training program at an Arizona medical assistant school or obtaining certification is not required to practice as an MA in Arizona. However, it should be noted that most employers of MA’s in general, are more apt to hire Certified Medical Assistants. Therefore, earning an MA degree and obtaining certification greatly increases the prospect for employment.

In reference to the 2008 Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) report on Certified Medical Assistants (CMA’s), Arizona ranks among the top 10 in terms of the number of MA’s employed in any given state. Contributing to the high concentration of CMA’S in the state is the fact that Arizona hosts a large and widespread retirement community that is still growing. This community of retirees places a considerable demand on the local medical industry. It is no coincidence that with this aging retirement community, the BLS projects a 35% increase in demand for new medical assistants in Arizona by the year 2016. At the present time, pursuing a career as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) in Arizona has never been more opportune.

Medical Assistant Associations in Arizona

American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) - The American Association of Medical Assistants is one the largest professional organizations for CMA’s in Arizona and the United States. The majority of all practicing CMA’s in the country likely attained certification from this body. The AAMA’s primary focus is on maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, knowledge, and skill-sets of its members in the field in order to enhance patient care. As a CMA, the AAMA highly encourages joining the organization. For information on member benefits, visit www.AAMA-ntl.org.

20 N. Wacker Dr., Ste. 1575
Chicago, IL 60606
Phone: (312) 899 1500
Fax: (312) 899-1259
www.AAMA-ntl.org

Arizona State Society of Medical Assistants (ASSMA)
The Arizona State Society of Medical Assistants is a local affiliate of the AAMA. To request more information about the ASSMA, visit www.AAMA-ntl.org and submit particulars under the Contact Us link.

American Medical Technologists (AMT)
The AMT is a nationally and internationally recognized allied health professional organization that provides continuing education, information, CMA advocacy and rights services, as well as other benefits to its members. The AMT always welcomes new CMA/RMA members. For further inquiry, please visit www.AMT1.COM.

Through campus based and online programs, aspiring Medical Assistants in Phoenix, Tucson, Mesa and Glendale, Arizona may be able to prepare themselves for the possibility of employment in some of the largest hospitals and healthcare facilities in the state including Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center, Saint Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center, Maricopa Medical Center, and Tucson Medical Center.

Phone: 800-275-1268
www.AMT1.com