Congratulations on getting your GED®
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The GED Testing Service and MedCerts have partnered to bring you high-quality certification programs for in-demand careers in healthcare.
Medical Assistant
Certified Clinical Medical Assistants are multi-skilled healthcare professionals who support patient care by performing tasks such as recording vital signs, assisting with procedures, and preparing patients for exams. They work in a variety of settings, including clinics, physicians’ offices, hospitals, and outpatient facilities.
*All available job and salary information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, when possible, or compiled from national reported averages and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.
Sterile Processing Technician
Certified Sterile Processing Technicians (SPTs) clean, inspect, sterilize, and prepare medical instruments for safe surgical use. They work in healthcare settings such as hospitals, surgical centers, and other medical facilities.
*All available job and salary information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, when possible, or compiled from national reported averages and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.
Phlebotomy Technician
Certified Phlebotomy Technicians collect blood and non-blood specimens for testing, so they can be analyzed in a clinical laboratory. After gaining the Phlebotomy certification, you may work in clinical laboratories, hospitals, community health centers, nursing homes, doctor’s offices, blood donation centers and other health care facilities.
*All available job and salary information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, when possible, or compiled from national reported averages and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.
EKG Technician
Electrocardiograph (EKG/ECG) technicians perform diagnostic tests to help doctors detect and treat heart conditions. They work in healthcare settings such as hospitals, clinics, and diagnostic labs, with opportunities to specialize in advanced cardiac testing areas.
*All available job and salary information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, when possible, or compiled from national reported averages and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.
Medical Billing Specialist
Certified Medical Billing Specialists review medical records, gather information on procedures and diagnoses, and prepare claims for reimbursement. They work in insurance offices and healthcare settings such as doctors’ offices, hospitals, and other medical facilities.
*All available job and salary information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, when possible, or compiled from national reported averages and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.
Medical Coding and Billing Professional
Professional medical coders translate clinical documentation into standardized codes for procedures, diagnoses, and services, while medical billers use those codes to process, submit, and track insurance claims. They work in healthcare settings such as hospitals, clinics, and insurance or billing offices.
*All available job and salary information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, when possible, or compiled from national reported averages and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.
Electronic Health Records and Reimbursement Specialist
Professionals with coding, reimbursement, and electronic health records certifications manage patient data, support insurance reimbursement, and handle medical documentation and records. They work in healthcare settings such as physician offices, insurance billing offices, laboratories, nursing facilities, clinics, and hospitals.
*All available job and salary information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, when possible, or compiled from national reported averages and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.
Professional Coder
Certified Professional Coders (CPC) or Certified Coding Specialists–Physician-based (CCS-P) review medical charts and assign accurate diagnosis and procedure codes for clinical services. They work in healthcare settings such as doctors’ offices, clinics, ambulatory centers, and other medical facilities.
*All available job and salary information is pulled from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, when possible, or compiled from national reported averages and is updated annually to reflect industry changes.
Step-by-Step Guide
Don’t feel overwhelmed! Here’s an overview of what’s next if you find any of the careers above interesting.
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FAQs
Not all healthcare jobs require years in medical school. In fact, the majority of the medical field is Allied Health positions which require only certificates or credentials. MedCerts is a leader in providing short-term, high-quality healthcare programs.