Chapter Objectives (See related pages) After completing Chapter 1, you will be able to: 1.1 Describe the job responsibilities of a medical assistant 1.2 Discuss the professional training of a medical assistant 1.3 Identify the personal characteristics a medical assistant needs 1.4 Define multiskilled health professional 1.5 Explain the importance of continuing education for a medical assistant 1.6 Describe the process and benefits of certification and registration 1.7 List the benefits of becoming a member of a professional association
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