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Medical Assistants with Basic X-Ray: What Do They Do?

HealthcareNovember 21, 2018

Medical Assisting with Basic X-Ray is a good career choice for a number of reasons. As baby-boomers continue to age, the demand for preventive medical services is projected to rise as well. As a result, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics expects employment of medical assistants (MAs) to grow by 29% through 2026 (much faster than the average of all occupations).

Radiology Ed reports MAs with the Basic X-Ray combined education will have more sought-after skills that could increase their attractiveness to hospitals, clinics and physicians’ offices. Having both Medical Assisting and Basic X-Ray skill sets can lead to a more versatile healthcare professional, which generally results in higher demand from employers.

Much like a regular medical assistant, the MA with Basic X-Ray training will take on basic patient and administrative tasks, and assist the physicians before, during, and after exams or procedures. However, the expanded learning enables them to also perform x-ray and imaging duties involving the chest, head and spine, along with the upper and lower extremities.  

Most medical assistants with basic x-ray training work in major healthcare center, although some may work in regional clinics and doctors’ offices. Becoming a medical assistant and a limited x-ray tech can be a great way to get introductory experience, then branch out within the field according to your interests and the job opportunities you encounter. Whether that’s into Nursing, Radiology, or as a Medical Assistant with X-Ray capabilities, you’ll find yourself in a healthcare career in which you will be helping a number of patients.

Fortis offers Medical Assisting with Basic X-Ray programs at select campuses. To learn more about the program offering nearest you and the opportunities it can afford, visit our Medical Assisting with Basic X-Ray program page.

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