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Have a Passion for Patient Care? Northwest Suburban College Medical Assistant program is for you!

Northwest Suburban College

This well-rounded training program makes sure you’re prepared for the diverse responsibilities of a medical assistant. Find out how the key skills learned in the Medical Assistant Program can transform your healthcare career. The curriculum goes beyond technical knowledge. Ready to make a difference in patient care?

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What It’s Like to Work as a Podiatrist’s Medical Assistant

Prism Career Institute

They may also be responsible for: Greeting patients Scheduling appointments Updating patient files When it comes to clinical duties, podiatric medical assistants often take patient’s vital signs, obtain the patient’s medical history, perform physical exams, and discuss treatment procedures with the patient.

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

Northwest Suburban College

Medical assistants often begin by reviewing patient charts from the previous day to ensure all records are up-to-date. This helps in understanding the medical history and any ongoing treatments for the patients that will be seen that day. When patients arrive, medical assistants are usually the first point of contact.

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Beyond Hospitals: Where Else Can Medical Assistants Work?

Prism Career Institute

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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General Medicine Service Expectations

Sensible Medicine

I expect you to have the best grasp of your patients’ history of present illness, past medical history, and relevant social history. Data from the history and physical exam are critical and free. 2 When you present the physical exam, vital signs should be given in even numbers.

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2025-2026 AMCAS Work and Activities Section: What to Include (with Examples)

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If so, you will probably have multiple research and publication entries, but make sure to show that you’re a well-rounded applicant by also including your extracurricular activities and hobbies. These can be your focus, but also include a research activity (and don’t limit yourself to wet lab or medical research).