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Assessment of Minnesota Medical Assisting Students

Legal Eye on Medical Assisting

I recently received the following question: I am writing to inquire about [whether] a CMA (AAMA) [can] sign off on a medical assistant apprentices competency documents. After the apprentice completes… Continue reading Assessment of Minnesota Medical Assisting Students

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Independent Clinical Judgement in Chart Preparation

Legal Eye on Medical Assisting

I recently received an email from a medical assistant in pathology requesting clarification on their scope of practice. Specifically, they wanted to know whether they could read a providers diagnoses and use that information to decide which documents they need to gather to prepare a patients chart.

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In Demand Career Spotlight: Pediatric Medical Assistant

ACI Medical & Dental School

At ACI Medical & Dental School, you can be certified for these in-demand careers in just four months with the hands-on training, skills, and credentials youll need for your new job. In this blog post, we will be discussing the Pediatric Medical Assistant position. What Is The Role Of A Medical Assistant In Pediatrics?

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Common Myths About Medical Assistants

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Medical assistants are crucial in healthcare settings, serving as the backbone of clinical operations. However, there are several myths and misconceptions surrounding the role of medical assistants. Those who want to work more on the administrative side will enroll in a medical administrative assistant course.

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How Many Hours Does A Medical Assistant Work?

ACI Medical & Dental School

Students interested in becoming Medical Assistants are often curious about what the work schedule will be like. Medical Assistants in New Jersey typically work full-time hours , which means they usually work about 40 hours per week. Read on for a detailed breakdown of a Medical Assistants typical schedule.

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Medical Assistant Responsibilities at a Cancer Treatment Center

Prism Career Institute

Medical assistants play a vital role in maintaining their facilitys day-to-day operations. With Prism Career Institute, discover what everyday responsibilities may look like for an oncology medical assistant. What Is an Oncology Medical Assistant? What Is a Cancer Treatment Center?

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Medical Terminology Explained: A Guide for Aspiring Medical Assistants

MedQuest College

Medical assistants embark on a journey filled with learning and growth, and one essential aspect of their education is mastering medical terminology. Understanding Medical Prefixes, Roots, and Suffixes Medical terminology is built upon a combination of prefixes, roots, and suffixes, each contributing to the meaning of a word.