Research the CMA exam and the RMA exam. Write a 500 word essay comparing and contrasting the two. Reference at least two sources for your work and be sure to use APA format.
"A medical assistant is expected to be an expert in both medical and administrative tasks. Being an assistant, he/she is expected to help the doctors in their daily activities regarding treating patients. A medical assistant (MA) is responsible for the smooth functioning of the employing facility. He can work in a doctor's office or in private or government medical health care centers. Do you want to become a medical assistant? How to prepare yourself for a job in the health care sector? What are the prerequisites for a certified medical assistant (CMA)? The next section provides answers to these questions."