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Expectations of Medical Assistants in the OB/GYN Field

Prism Career Institute

By completing them, OB/GYN medical assistants ensure that patients receive the care they need, when they need it, and with maximum comfort and respect. If you’re ready to pursue a career as an OB/GYN medical assistant, apply today for the Medical Assistant program at Prism Career Institute.

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SWAT RNs: Supporting Bedside Leaders with Clinical Judgment

Minority Nurse

The triage nurse obtains his vital signs: blood pressure 134/82 mm Hg, respirations 30 breaths per minute, heart rate 102 bpm, temperature 99.8 History and Assessment Mr. Salzo’s medical history is significant for childhood asthma and hypertension. with difficulty breathing. I kind of feel discombobulated.”

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A People Person: 4 Ideal Medical Assistant Personality Traits

Prism Career Institute

Administrative duties may include: Scheduling appointments Welcoming patients at the front desk Accepting and returning phone calls Collecting insurance information Managing medical billing Coordinating admissions and referrals You may notice a commonality between many of these tasks.

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How Becoming A Medical Assistant Can Help Pre-Med Students

ACI Medical & Dental School

Here are some of the key advantages of working as a Medical Assistant as a pre-med student: Hands-On Skills Learned Medical Assistant students gain valuable knowledge and hands-on skills, including but not limited to: Phlebotomy : Drawing blood and performing venipunctures.

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Beyond Hospitals: Where Else Can Medical Assistants Work?

Prism Career Institute

Typically, medical assistants will be asked to perform a mix of clinical and administrative work. Clinical Duties Medical assistants may be asked to perform the following clinical duties: Record patients’ symptoms and update medical histories Measure vital signs (i.e.,

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Where Do Medical Assistants Work? Exploring Diverse Opportunities in Healthcare

Southern Careers Institute

Physician’s Offices Physician’s offices are often the first place that comes to mind when thinking about where medical assistants work. In these settings, medical assistants serve as the right hand of healthcare providers. They also assist with minor surgical procedures, administer medications, and manage medical records.

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2025-2026 AMCAS Work and Activities Section: What to Include (with Examples)

Accepted Blog

The types of activities that you include, the length of time you participated in them, and your description of these events all have an impact on how admissions committees will view your dedication to this career path. The AMCAS Work and Activities categories The AMCAS primary application allows you to enter 15 activities.