Personal Statement Of Purpose: A Career As A Medical Assistant

Waking up in the middle of the night coughing and gasping for air occurred on a regular basis for me as a child. I slept with an inhaler and a nebulizer next to my bed in the event of the next attack. My asthma attacks were frightening for my parents and especially for me as I felt as if I was on the verge of death whenever I suddenly could not breathe. Although I was always in and out of emergency rooms and doctor visits at a young age, having tried everything from nebulizer treatments to bronchodilators, I was always comforted by the doctors and nurses who always took the time to explain and alleviate any concerns and anxiety I had. Seeing their devotion to their profession and for patient care has motivated me to pursue graduate study in the field of nursing to invest my future to coordinate and implement quality healthcare for others.
Coming from a humanities background in Social Welfare studying critical social problems affecting millions across the country, I
During my externship at a [primarily] geriatric clinic, I was able practice phlebotomy, administer injections, perform EKGs and urine dipsticks, assist the doctor in minor surgery, and learn about general diseases and conditions that affected the older population. At my current job in a pediatric clinic, alongside learning how to perform additional medical skills but in a child-specific setting, I have gained experience in providing front office support in verifying insurance eligibility, processing payments, and helping with patient registration. I have been able to develop an understanding from the front and back end of a medical office that healthcare involves many factors, from eligibility to types of vaccines used, to determine what types of services a patient needs and receives. These experiences have given me knowledge and the [starting] ability to help assess, advocate, and execute patient