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Medical Assistant Externship
An externship is a common component of the curriculum in medical assistant programs. Students pursuing medical assistant externships work with seasoned professionals in real-world medical settings, receiving hands-on training. Duties Of a Medical Assistant A medical assistant is a multi-talented healthcare professional who takes on a variety of administrative and clinical responsibilities in doctor’s offices, hospitals, clinics, and other medical facilities. These duties can include checking patient vital signs, performing lab tests, transcribing patient information, and scheduling new appointments. Medical Assistant Training If you want to start a career as a medical assistant, it’s possible to get the training you […]
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Continuing Education For Dental Assistants
Continuing education helps dental assistants keep their skills current and ensures they’re up-to-date on the latest changes in best practices or treatment protocols. If you’re looking to pursue a career in this field, PCI Health Training Center can help. Our dental assisting program includes a mixture of classroom, lab, and externship experience that will prepare you to get certified and hit the ground running in a position at a dental practice. Contact us today for more information!
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Dental Assistant to Dental Hygienist
We explain the differences between these two roles and how to transition from one role into the other to advance your career. Start your dental assisting career by training at PCI!
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Medical Assistant Specialties
Growth in the healthcare industry has led to increased demand for medical assistants and more opportunities for medical assistants to specialize in particular areas. We offer a few examples of these possible specialties.
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What Makes A Great Medical Office Assistant?
As a medical office assistant, you’ll handle many different administrative tasks that keep medical facilities running smoothly, reduce stress for patients, and allow doctors and nurses to focus on providing the best possible patient care. Read on to learn about the skills and training you need to start a career in healthcare today.
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