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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. – Billing and Insurance: Processing dental insurance claims, managing billing records, and addressing patients’ concerns regarding payment or insurance issues.

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NHA Industry Outlook Shows Growing Healthcare Jobs (Updated)

ACI Medical & Dental School

In a recent blog post , the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) revealed the top trends in continuing education today, including: Engaged Learning Students learn best when they are able to engage and interact with the material.

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Key Insights to Guide You for a Successful Medical Assistant Role

New York Medical Career Training Center

Professionally, they also interact on the phones, at the reception, and behind the scenes handling insurance cases. Combined with the competitive salary, most medical assistants also enjoy many other benefits that include health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off work, and frequent continuing education opportunities.

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Expectations of Medical Assistants in the OB/GYN Field

Prism Career Institute

Assistants must also log 100 hours of continuing education every two years and become re-certified every six. Further exams, such as the Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT) exam or the Certified Electrocardiograph Technician (CET) exam, can open opportunities in more specialized areas of OB/GYN.

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What Can I Do With a Medical Assistant Certification?

ACI Medical & Dental School

Health Insurance Companies: Handle administrative tasks and claims processing. Taking vital signs. Access to continuing education opportunities and professional development resources. Community Health Centers: Deliver primary care services to underserved populations. Performing EKG procedures.

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Top Reasons to Be a Medical Assistant

Northwest Suburban College

Continuing education is another key to professional growth. This profession combines clinical and administrative tasks, keeping the workday exciting and dynamic. For example, you might start supervising new medical assistants or managing the office’s administrative tasks.