ABOUT OSMA & AAMA
The Oregon Society of Medical Assistants (OSMA) is part of a tri-level professional organization that supports medical assistants through education, mentorship, professional networking, and right to practice through AAMA (American Association of Medical Assistants). OSMA is the State Society that serves the medical assistants in the State of Oregon.
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Each member of AAMA benefits from membership in the national organization (AAMA) and , the state level (OSMA). and the local Chapter level. Educational opportunities exist at all both levels. All medical assistants are required to keep their credential current through continuing education. As a CMA (AAMA), members must earn 60 CEUs every 5 years in order to recertify. OSMA utilizes the website as a way to keep in touch with our members and make sure everyone knows where to get the CEUs they need.
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Membership is open to all professional medical assistants, managers, and other medical professionals, but most of our members have earned the CMA (AAMA) credential. The educational opportunities that are provided by OSMA are open to all medical assistants, and membership entitles members to earn these CEUs at a discounted rate and often at no cost to the member.
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We would like to encourage you to join AAMA if you are not a member already and start enjoying the benefits of membership. We hope you enjoy your visit to our website!
MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the Oregon Society of Medical Assistants is to provide the professional Medical Assistant with continuing education, credential recognition, mentoring and networking opportunities and to advocate patient-centered quality health care.
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VISION STATEMENT
The Oregon Society of Medical Assistants supports credentialed medical assistants who hold status through a National Commission of Certifying Agencies accredited certification program whose credential is current, and who collaborate with all medical care professionals to provide excellent health care in every setting.​
JOIN AAMA & OSMA
Advance Your Career with AAMA Membership Benefits
Take your medical assisting career to the next level with AAMA membership. Gain exclusive access to discounts, certifications, networking events, and professional development resources. The American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) is the premier association dedicated to supporting and empowering medical assistants. AAMA membership offers a multitude of benefits to help you thrive in your career, including:
BOOST YOUR SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
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​Complimentary subscription to Medical Assisting Today magazine, featuring CEU articles and industry news
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Access to CMA (AAMA) certification and continuing education resources and webinars at exclusive member pricing
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Opportunities to attend informative sessions and network with colleagues at the AAMA Annual Conference
NETWORK & CONNECT
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Enhance your professional credibility with AAMA membership listed on your resume
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Connect with potential employers and mentors at local and state AAMA events
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Volunteer for leadership roles within the AAMA to gain valuable experience
STAY INFORMED & UP-TO-DATE
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AAMA legal counsel provides guidance on state and federal regulations affecting medical assistants
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Keep up with advocacy efforts to expand the scope of practice for medical assistants
When you join AAMA, it includes your membership in the state.
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