OSWEGO — Oswego Health recently announced the launch of its new medical assistant certification program. This initiative is designed to provide current employees with a clear pathway to advance into clinical roles, equipping them with the skills and credentials to excel in health care while strengthening the local workforce, Oswego Health explained in an April […]
OSWEGO — Oswego Health recently announced the launch of its new medical assistant certification program.
This initiative is designed to provide current employees with a clear pathway to advance into clinical roles, equipping them with the skills and credentials to excel in health care while strengthening the local workforce, Oswego Health explained in an April 8 announcement.
Oswego Health is implementing the medical assistant program in collaboration with Cengage and adhering to the standards of the National Healthcareer Association (or NHA). The program offers a flexible, online learning experience where employees will engage in coursework covering vital topics such as medical terminology, clinical procedures, and CPR certification while gaining hands-on clinical experience. Successful program completion will prepare participants to take the certified clinical medical assistant (CCMA) exam, Oswego Health said, ensuring they are well-equipped to thrive in various clinical settings across the health system.
The medical assistant program is designed to be completed in six to nine months, allowing employees to balance their studies with their current positions, the health system stipulated. Upon certification, employees will be eligible to transition into clinical positions in multiple departments throughout Oswego Health. The health system said it is investing $4,000 per employee to support this career growth and fund their participation in the certification program.
“We are dedicated to fostering a culture of growth and opportunity at Oswego Health. By offering programs like the Medical Assistant Certification, we empower our employees to advance their careers while enhancing the level of care we provide to our community,” Marq Brown, VP of human resources and chief people officer at Oswego Health, said in the announcement. “This is just one example of how we are reinvesting in our workforce and positioning ourselves as an innovative and supportive employer of choice in Oswego County.”
The first group of six Oswego Health employees began their training on April 15.
