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Welcome to the Iowa Society of Medical Assistants Web Page
The Iowa Society of Medical Assistants is the professional organization
for medical assistants in the state of Iowa. The organization is
dedicated to the advancement of continuing education and certification
for medical assistants. In doing this we also offer opportunities
for networking with others. We extend our invitation to you to join
our association.
American Association of Medical Assistants
We are affiliated with the American Associations of Medical Assistants.
The purpose of the American Association of Medical Assistants is
to promote the professional identity and stature of its members,
and the medical assisting profession through education and credentialing.
To read more about the AAMA go to: http://www.aama-ntl.org
About the ISMA
Over 600 health care workers belong to ISMA. They are office managers,
receptionists, medical secretaries, bookkeepers, insurance billers,
technicians, clinical assistants, and nurses who assist physicians
and other practitioners in providing medical care.
Membership also includes medical assisting instructors and students.
Education
ISMA and its local chapters provide state and local programs to
strengthen work skills and advance knowledge of medical assisting,
with clinical, administrative and general seminars and workshops.
Certification
Medical Assistants can demonstrate their knowledge and commitment
to professionalism by earning the Certified Medical Assistant credential.
Certification is awarded to candidates who successfully complete
the CMA Certifying Exam. Exam applicants must have graduate status
from a CAAHEP/ABHES accredited program. Like other professional
designations, the CMA is evidence of competence in a demanding field.
Information about this examination and recertification can be
found at: http://www.aama-ntl.org/ and
select Become a CMA(AAMA) from the links at the top of the page.
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