WELCOME...
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
Association Important News & Announcements
ISMA 2021 STATE CONFERENCE
April 23-24, 2021
Stoney Creek Hotel & Conference Center
Sioux City, IA
North Iowa Chapter 1 Hr CEU Session
April 13, 2021 at 7:00 - 8:00pm CST
Topic: "Coding and Administrative" 1 (A) CEU
Speaker: Kathy McEnelly & Langdon Devine
Zoom Event / Registration closes 4/12
WE WANT YOU!
ISMA seeks leadership at our state level. Also included is the call for nominations for the Professional Achievement Awards.
Linn Chapter 1 Hr CEU Session
April 14, 2021 at 7:00 - 8:00pm CST
(Business Meeting 6:30 - 7:00pm CST)
Topic: "Strangulation Prevention and Education"
Zoom Event
Shoquoquon Chapter 1 Hr CEU Session
April 20, 2021 at 6:00 - 7:00pm CST
Topic: "Inspire Sleep Apnea Innovation for OSA (Obstructive Sleep Anea)"
Zoom Event
CONGRATULATIONS!
Carmen Monk, CMA (AAMA), BS
Professional Achievement Award
AAMA Affiliation
We are affiliated with the American Association 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
Education & Certification
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.
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 (AAMA) Certifying Examination. Exam applicants must have graduate status from a CAAHEP/ABHES accredited program. Like other professional designations, the CMA (AAMA) 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 CMA (AAMA) Exam from the links at the top of the page.
Employment Opportunities
Certified Medical Assistants are in great demand. Employers across Iowa and surrounding regions often send ISMA current job openings and information regarding upcoming positions.
You can view our current listings HERE.