I graduated from an MA school this past July and still have not found a job... I had a 3.47 GPA throughout school, perfect attendance, and not to mention my program was 1 yr. long instead of the usual 6 to 9 months. I also completed a 165 hour externship, and got nothing but positive feed back. And now, I owe $20,000 to the school in loans. Which they promised to find me a job.. well, only 3 out of the 20 people in my class are actually working.. what does that tell you...

Your Professional Title/Credentials: MA

Are You Still In School? No

Are You Working? No

A big pat on the back, and congratulations for such good grades. No doubt you have worked very hard. Everything you told us here should become part of your resume letter, interview presentation, and jobs search/marketing efforts. YES! Marketing efforts. On this highly competitive job market you have to have a strategy that gives you an edge.


There are work opportunities in more than just physician's offices, where medical assistants can find work. Problem is... most are not exactly sure where to look. Medial assistants can work in...

Offices of physicians (private practice offices and clinics)
Specialty and sub-specialty offices (ophthalmology, podiatry, audiology, optometry)
General medical and surgical hospitals
Offices of other health practitioners (e.g. nurse practitioners)
Outpatient care centers (e.g. family health, or women's health clinics)
Other ambulatory health care services (e.g public health clinics)


Others find work with...
Temporary help agencies
Schools
Prisons
Home healthcare agencies
Pharmacies
Chiropractors, dentists, or veterinarians
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Your Professional Title/Credentials: Forum Owner/Website Admin

Are You Still In School? Yes