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About AMAS

The Alaska Medical Assistant Society serves as a professional organization dedicated to the education and professionalism of Medical Assistants striving for continued growth and career advancement.  It is affiliated with the national organization of the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA).

The Alaska State Society is divided into 2 local chapters (Anchorage and Interior) and members-at-large which serve about 120 members state-wide.  Because Alaska is so large it is a challenge for the members to meet with each other and plan continuing education seminars and events.  The State Conference and Seminar which are held each year are important in keeping the members in touch with each other as well as providing the needed continuing education requirements to keep the Certified Medical Assistant credential current for each member. 

It is hoped that this website can be used as a tool to help our members stay in touch with each other and be able to post helpful information about the State and Local chapter events.

What is a Medical Assistant?

A Medical Assistant is a multi-skilled allied health care professional trained to perform administrative and/or clinical duties in an ambulatory or immediate care setting under the supervision of a licensed health care practitioner.

How to Become a Member of AMAS

For information on becoming a member of AMAS please contact one of the State Officers or go to the National AAMA website at www.aama-ntl.org 

Additional information about accredited medical assisting schools, continuing education, and other helpful information on medical assisting can be found at the National AAMA website at www.aama-ntl.org

Other topics at the National AAMA website include:

-Membership Benefits            -Job Postings

-Chat Forum for Members      -Other State Chapters and Websites

-National Conference Information