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The Role of Medical Assistants: Specializations, Certifications, and Tasks

WSMDA

General Medical Assistant Overview Medical assistants are responsible for a wide range of tasks that vary depending on the healthcare facility where they work. They also assist physicians during medical procedures and may provide patient education and support.

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What is a medical assistant? Exploring the different types of medical assistants

Mildred Elley

Medical assistant duties could include helping doctors with medical procedures, preparing patients for x-rays, or simply filing patient medical records. No matter the task, medical assistants are highly trained healthcare professionals who operate both clinically and administratively offering vital patient care.

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

Northwest Suburban College

Checking the schedule to see which patients will be coming in is also an essential part of the morning routine. Medical assistants often begin by reviewing patient charts from the previous day to ensure all records are up-to-date. When patients arrive, medical assistants are usually the first point of contact.

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How To Become a Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist (CEHRS) in NJ

ACI Medical & Dental School

An Electronic Health Record , or EHR, is an electronic version of a patient’s medical history that is maintained by a healthcare provider. ” An EHR system is a more comprehensive digital record of a patient’s health information that can be accessed and shared across multiple healthcare providers and organizations.

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How Becoming A Medical Assistant Can Help Pre-Med Students

ACI Medical & Dental School

Patient Interaction: Communicating with patients, taking medical histories, and measuring vital signs. These foundational skills give pre-med students a practical understanding of medical procedures and patient care. They look for dedication and meaningful patient interactions.

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Recognizing National CRNA Week

Minority Nurse

Nurse anesthetists are responsible for caring for and monitoring a patient’s anesthesiology needs during a procedure, but their work pre- and post-procedure are critical. They will gather medical history, medication information, and assess the patient’s physical and emotional condition when possible.

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Understanding EHR Systems in Healthcare 

Medical Advantage

Defining EHR Systems in Healthcare EHR records encompass a wide array of key administrative and clinical data, including patient demographics, progress notes, problems, medications, vital signs, past medical history, immunizations, laboratory data, radiology reports, and more.