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.
Events & Calendar
2023 ISMA Annual Conference
Swing into Spring with the ISMA & Area V!
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Best Western - Starlite Village
Fort Dodge, IA
April 21-22, 2023
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SAVE THE DATE!
2023 AAMA Annual Conference
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Lake Buena Vista, Florida
Sept. 2​2–2​5, 202​3
Host Hotel: TBA with the AAMA room block discount and information
Des Moines CEU
Saturday, April 15, 2023
Registration begins at 7:45am, first speak at 8:30am
$20 AAMA Members/ $30 Non-Members
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3 CEUS- Includes breakfast sandwhich buffet
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Association Important News & Announcements
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.