Feb 12, 2024
Feb. 29 Info Session: Exploring the IU Health Medical Assistant Education Program
Register to attend this free Mosaic Center webinar exploring IU Health's Medical Assistant Education Program — Thursday, Feb. 29 at 12 pm.
Earn While you Learn: Start your Healthcare Career as a Medical Assistant with Paid Training Provided by IU Health!
Are you inspired by providing compassionate care and serving others? Do you want to develop meaningful relationships with providers and patients? At IU Health, Medical Assistants care directly for patients in outpatient settings, partnering with physicians and advanced practice providers to deliver the highest level of care for our patients.
- Demand for medical assistants is high and is expected to grow 18% between 2020 and 2030 as reported by The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statics. This is much faster than the average for all occupations.
- Medical Assisting is a profession with many rewards, as practitioners can perform both administrative and clinical services, filling several roles in a variety of healthcare environments.
- Medical Assistants work directly with providers and patients, with the goal of providing healthcare and ensuring patient safety. It is a position with great responsibility.
The IU Health Medical Assistant Education Program was created in response to a need for more qualified MAs and offers unique earn-and-learn opportunities for individuals of every background who want to start or grow their careers in healthcare. In this info session, Program Director Patty Nannenga will share a brief overview of the program, discuss upcoming application opportunities and deadlines, and answer any questions.