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Discover the Dental Assistant Role: Duties, Responsibilities & Career Growth

Northwest Suburban College

Patient Assessment: Taking and recording vital signs, helping dentists in performing oral inspections, and obtaining diagnostic information as needed. Administrative Responsibilities Besides clinical duties, Dental Assistants also manage various administrative tasks integral to the operation of dental practices.

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How Many Hours Does A Medical Assistant Work?

ACI Medical & Dental School

Here is what a typical day might look like: Morning Tasks: Preparing the Office: Arrive at the clinic or office before patients to prepare for the day. Clinical Duties: Take patient vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, height, weight). Prepare patients for examination by the physician.

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A Day in the Life of a Medical Assistant, Taught by NWSC

Northwest Suburban College

Patient Interactions and Clinical Duties Interacting with patients is a significant part of a medical assistant’s day. When patients arrive, medical assistants are usually the first point of contact. They greet patients, take their vital signs, and update their medical histories.

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A step-by-step guide to taking perfect clinical notes

Mobius MD

In this step-by-step guide to taking perfect clinical notes, we will cover the following: Why write clinical notes The importance of context What to include in a clinical note Tips for better clinical documentation Basic legal considerations Open clinical notes How to keep documentation efficient This guide is a compilation of best practices.