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Having good people skills is important for a Medical Assistant to have for several reasons: Patient Comfort And Trust: Medical Assistants are often the first point of contact for patients. Good people skills help create a welcoming and comfortable environment, which can alleviate patient anxiety and build trust. Patients are more likely to open up… Continue reading Why is it Important to Have Good People Skills as a Medical Assistant:

When communicating with patients as a Medical Assistant, it is important to establish a rapport and create a comfortable environment. Here are some tips on how to effectively talk to patients: Introduce Yourself: Begin by introducing yourself and explaining your role as an MA. This helps patients understand who you are and why you are… Continue reading Medical Assistant Office Communication: How to talk to patients

Vital signs are measurements of basic physiological functions that indicate the overall health and well-being of an individual; They provide important information about a person’s body functions and help healthcare professionals assess their current condition. The four main vital signs commonly measured are: Temperature:  This indicates the body’s internal heat and can help identify fever… Continue reading Vital Signs: A Must-Know for Medical Assistants

There are several benefits to becoming a Medical Assistant before applying for nursing school: Gaining Hands-On Experience:  As a Medical Assistant, you will work closely with healthcare professionals and patients, allowing you to gain valuable practical experience in a clinical setting. This experience will give you a deeper understanding of patient care and medical procedures,… Continue reading What are the Benefits of Becoming a Medical Assistant Before Applying for Nursing School?

The administrative duties of a Medical Assistant typically include: 1) Scheduling Appointments:  Medical Assistants often manage the appointment calendar, patient visit scheduling, follow-ups, and consultations. 2) Greeting Patients:  An MA may welcome and check-in patients, verify their personal and insurance information, and direct them to the appropriate areas. 3) Managing Medical Records:  Medical Assistants maintain… Continue reading What are the Administrative Duties of a Medical Assistant?

You can learn a lot in the classroom—but you can’t learn everything, especially if you’re studying to be a Medical Assistant. It’s a job that requires a lot of medical knowledge, as well as skills and professional attributes that can only be gained through hands-on experience.   At the Allen School of Health Sciences, which comes… Continue reading Expectations of a Medical Assistant Internship

Training to Become A Professional Medical Assistant; Skills & Attributes Medical assistants are held to a higher standard of professionalism than employees in other industries. The way the medical assistant approaches the job and interacts with patients is critical to the success of the physician’s practice, hospitals, outpatient clinics and other healthcare facilities. Patients expect… Continue reading Skills & Attributes of a Professional Medical Assistant

One of the main pieces of equipment most healthcare workers use is a stethoscope and most people understand that this device let’s a healthcare provider listen to a patient’s heart, breathing, and many other things. But have you ever wondered how a stethoscope actually works? The stethoscope uses multiple reflection of sound waves to amplify… Continue reading How Does a Stethoscope Work?

Healthcare is one of the fastest growing industries in the United States. It will continue to experience rapid growth as America’s aging population increases in size, creating an even greater demand for healthcare services. This means that now is the perfect time to begin a career as a Medical Assistant. There are several types of… Continue reading Types of Medical Assistants & Roles

Expectations during a Medical Assistant Externship Updated August 17, 2021 You can learn a lot in the classroom, but you can’t learn everything, especially if you are studying to be a medical assistant. It’s a job that requires extensive medical knowledge as well as skills and professional attributes that can only be gained through hands-on experience. At… Continue reading Expectations during a Medical Assistant Externship