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Beyond Hospitals: Where Else Can Medical Assistants Work?

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Typically, medical assistants will be asked to perform a mix of clinical and administrative work. Clinical Duties Medical assistants may be asked to perform the following clinical duties: Record patients’ symptoms and update medical histories Measure vital signs (i.e.,

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Medical Assistant vs. CNA: What’s the Difference?

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Rather than completing some administrative duties like medical assistants do, CNAs work directly with patients providing care and assistance. These settings include nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, assisted living facilities, hospices, and even in-home health care.