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Common Myths About Medical Assistants

Scrubs

Medical assistants are crucial in healthcare settings, serving as the backbone of clinical operations. They’re skilled professionals who support physicians, nurses , and other healthcare providers in delivering quality patient care. These settings include hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and outpatient care centers.

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Meet a Champion of Nursing Diversity: Rama Walker

Minority Nurse

I then went on to outpatient care and progressed there in my leadership journey. In addition to overseeing clinical operations, I took charge of a department that involved budget management and marketing strategies to enhance patient volume. I was fascinated with the interdisciplinary team.