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Example Medical Assistant Cover Letters

Thousands of practicing physicians in the USA depend on medical assistants and their knowledge, professionalism and skills, however, you are up against a multitude of like-minded medical assistants competing for the same positions... Therefore, aim to stand out from the rest by attaching a strong cover letter to your well written resume.
 
Sheryl tells us on a public forum: 
"I am in the process of hiring an administrative assistant/receptionist. The cover letters I have received are a very important piece of information in the hiring process. Many people have their resume professionally created. The cover letter allows me to see the sender’s grammar, spelling and mostly their personality. I believe it is especially important to send one if you are answering an ad that specifically asks for a cover letter and resume."
 

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Sample Medical Assistant Cover Letters

Words Potential Employers Like to See

A few examples of words potential employers, especially doctors like to see in an application, resume, or your cover letter are:

  • I am able
  • have achieved
  • appreciate
  • efficient
  • productive
  • valuable
  • experience
  • improve
  • increase
  • determined 
  • work together
  • responsible
  • willing
  • motivated
In your cover letter stress that you are a team player and you understand the benefits of "together", which is very important to doctors who run a successful medical office team. Avoid the term challenges, but refer to them as opportunities. Write your cover letter with purpose, but keep it short and to the point.

Medical Assistant Cover Letter—Example #1

I have worked in a mid-size family physician's office since April 1994 as the Laboratory Tech and Medical Assistant and presently serve as their Laboratory Supervisor. I am efficient in phlebotomy and injections and highly proficient in performing ECGs, Holter Monitor, NDX, assist in GYN and sigmoidoscopy, blood pressures, respiratory rate, body temperature, pulse rate, BMD, telephone etiquette, front office work, billing, coding, run immunoassays, chemistry analysis, hematology and urinalysis, tumor markers, inventory and bookkeeping. I oversee all aspects of implementation of our quality assurance and control programs and perform proficiency testing through MLE. ~ Medical Assistant cover letter by Elise Rivera, Austin, TX

Medical Assistant Cover Letter—Example #2

I am presently attending Medical Assistant courses at the U.E.I. campus in Van Nuys, California. I will complete my seven months of training coming at the beginning of this December. Prior to my graduation in January of 2005, I will complete 160 hours of an externship in a local medical office. My training includes the following medical procedures: patient intake, EKGs, urinalysis, venipunctures injections, audiometry, spirometry, blood pressure, body temperature, pulse rate, and respiratory rate. I also acquired training in medical billing and coding, as well as typing skills and medical transcription. I work well with others and would appreciate the benefits of working together with your skilled medical office team members.   ~ By Ulysia De Santiago, Sylmar, CA

Medical Assistant Cover Letter—Example #3

I have five years of medical assisting job experience and currently work in oncology where I provide support to women who are undergoing diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. Duties include being the contact person for staff of referring programs and institutions to facilitate patient intake into the cancer center system, direct patient contact including needs assessment, assisting with coordination of care and communication of basic information about the healthcare system and breast cancer diagnosis and treatment and connect patients with resources and support systems including transportation services and social services. I possess excellent computer skills and am proficient in the use of the electronic medical records system (EMR), medical terminology, interpersonal skills, compassion for women with breast cancer and am familiar with the local healthcare system. ~ By Julie Cook, Camden, SC

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Barbara McKnight
23 Penelope Lane
Chicago, Illinois, 46311
(234) 555-2117
barbknight@email.com

January 15, 2011

Mira Greene, M.D.
Director
Family Medical Clinic
4566 Midland Avenue
Lowell, IN 46356

Dear Dr. Greene:

I saw your ad for the Certified Medical Assistant position listed on monsterjobs.com and believe I am the right person for this job.

I have 3 years experience performing both, administrative and clinical tasks in a fast-paced medical office and healthcare environment and worked hand-in-hand with a diverse range of physicians and healthcare professionals assisting patients of all ages.

I am proficient in a wide range of medical office procedures, including venipuncture, spirometry, filing insurance forms, medical office software and Microsoft Office applications, scheduling appointments, possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, am fluent in English and Spanish and emphasize greatly with patients who may be nervous, or experiencing pain.

I am eager to apply my clinical and administrative skills assisting you and work side-by-side with your medical office staff and patients.

I am available for immediate hire and would appreciate the opportunity to meet with you in person to further discuss my qualifications and how I can assist you serving your patients. Please call (234) 555-2117 or email me at barbknight@email.com to arrange a date and time that works best for you. My resume is enclosed for your review.

Thank you for your consideration,

Barbara McKnight

 

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