What is the difference between a lvn and a medical assistant and which one is better?
Asked by AMIEE B
I am studying to be a medical assistant and it will take me 2 years to finish with an associates degree and i noticed that an lvn is about 6 months and im just wondering exactly what the differences are if anyone can help i appreciate it

Best Answer:
A medical assistant takes vitals, preps patients and does appointment scheduling, paper work etc. Can only work in a clinic. An LVN is kind of like a nurse, they have mostly the same responsibilities, they might not be able to do all but it's a lot more hands on than an MA. The can work at a hospital, clinic, rehabilitation center etc.They get paid better too.
Was a MA now an RN.
Answered by Addie_Devastation

for a 2 yr program a physician's assistant is better than either.
Answered by ninasimone001

A med assistant only assists when it's needed and does all the vitals, cleans the rooms etc. An LVN is a NURSE. Does all the cool stuff RN's do just get paid a little less. Thats all. If your looking for better pay, then go with LVN. If your looking for less responsibility and stress, go with MA
Answered by Muah

LVN is licensed to administer all meds and injections and work in any health care setting MA for Dr. offices and can not administer all meds and injection LVN get paid more and have more places to work
Answered by bwaaaare