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5 SMART Goals for Medical Assistants

Northwest Career College

As a Medical Assistant, setting goals will help one enhance their skills, remain organized, and ensure career growth. This post will consider five SMART goals each Medical Assistant can follow in practice. This post will consider five SMART goals each Medical Assistant can follow in practice.

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MEDVA Awarded Healthcare Virtual Assistant Company of 2024

MedVA

Omid Shaye, Co-founder and Vice-Chairman, added, “As a Gastroenterologist, I care for many chronically ill patients who rely on certain prescriptions to manage their condition. Previously, I’d have a secretary or medical assistant doing prescription refills. healthcare administration.

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What is the Quadruple Aim of healthcare?

Mobius MD

In their article, Dr. Bodenheimer and Dr. Sinsky emphasized that physician burnout is associated with lower patient satisfaction, reduced health outcomes, and increased costs. They state clearly: “Burnout among the health care workforce threatens patient-centeredness and the Triple Aim.”

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Effective Communication Tips for Medical Assistants

Northwest Suburban College

Effective communication is a crucial skill for medical assistants. Whether we are interacting with patients, doctors, or other healthcare team members, our ability to communicate clearly and effectively can significantly impact the quality of care.

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This is the No. 1 Soft Skill Medical Assistants Need

NHA Now

The medical assistant spends a lot of time with patients, making soft skills essential to patient interactions and patient satisfaction. In our recent survey of employers in the 2020 Industry Outlook , the soft skill that's most important for medical assistants to possess is professionalism.

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Importance of Patient Satisfaction in Healthcare + Tips to Improve 

Medical Advantage

Ask any leader in a health care organization if they value patient satisfaction, and the answer will be an immediate yes. As the discussion continues, you are sure to hear terms such as “patient engagement,” “patient delight,” or “partnership” to describe the relationship between the provider group and the patient.

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Maximizing the Patient Experience: Essential Soft Skills for Medical Assistants

Northwest Suburban College

Medical assistants are indispensable healthcare professionals who play a key role in providing quality patient care and ensuring the smooth operation of medical facilities. Let’s outline some of the most vital soft skills that can considerably enhance a medical assistant’s ability to provide exceptional care.