How to Train Medical Assistants for Expanded Roles: Webinar

Resource: Video: Medical Assistants: Empowering and Effectively using crucial members of your patient care team – Part 2 (http://www.screencast.com/users/chsresults/folders/HVH%20Maintenance%20Videos/media/aba50466-3f29-4ed8-b11b-3a39ec3bc07e)

In alignment with Key Driver 4: Create and support high-functioning teams to deliver high-quality evidence-based care, this recorded webinar explains how to empower medical assistants by expanding their roles and responsibilities as part of team-based care. By offering practical guidance for implementing a training program for medical assistants, the webinar encourages learning about new evidence and supports Key Driver 6: Nurture leadership and create a culture of continuous learning and evidence-based practice. This webinar outlines a step-by-step process for conducting medical assistant trainings, including identifying necessary staff, assembling curriculum and educational materials, and obtaining feedback on the trainings.

Institution of origin: Virginia Commonwealth University

Author(s): Elward, K

Acknowledgements: Heart of Virginia Healthcare, Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality EvidenceNOW Initiative