8 Fields Where Medical Assistants Can Work
Updated May 30, 2023 Medical Assistants Choose from a Variety of Fields Some of the most vital roles on any healthcare team are Medical Assistants. Because they are so highly valued, those who pursue such careers have the opportunity to work in a variety of different settings. Medical assisting duties vary from job to job, but ultimately each one works alongside physicians to help provide the best healthcare possible for their patients. So where can a Medical Assistant work? While there is a long list of industries to consider, here are eight popular areas where Medical Assistants can find successful
READ MORETop 5 Veterinary Assistant Skills
Updated April 4, 2023 Naturally, many animal lovers consider a Veterinary Assistant career at some point in their lives. But beyond being passionate about animals and possessing the skills and knowledge a veterinary professional must have, there are additional character traits that hold just as much importance in the field. If you are considering pursuing such a career, here are 5 veterinary assistant skills you’ll need to succeed. Skill #1: Being Flexible You’ll be called on to help in a variety of situations when you’re a veterinary assistant. Sometimes you’ll assist vet techs in the lab, while other times, you’ll
READ MOREDental Assistant Recognition Week 2023
Updated March 2, 2023 Show Your Appreciation to Dental Assistants The ADA Council on Dental Practice encourages dentists and their teams to acknowledge the dedication and contributions of their dental assistants during Dental Assistant Recognition Week, March 5-11. This year’s Dental Assistants Recognition Week has a special theme: The ♥ of Dental Offices Through Education, Commitment, & Safety. The theme reflects “the importance of dentistry’s role in health care and the responsibilities of dental assistants, who are central in improving a clinic’s productivity and enhancing patient satisfaction.” Dental Assistants Contribute to Practice Productivity According to research, most dentists and dental office
READ MORENew Year’s Resolutions: 5 Tips to Keep Them
A Step-By-Step Guide on How to Stick with Your New Year’s Resolutions New year, new you, and another resolution. You’ve said it every year but just can’t seem to keep your goals. Maintaining your New Year’s resolutions can be challenging, but Milwaukee Career College has your back on sticking with them! In this blog, you’ll find the 5 best steps to following through with your New Year’s resolutions going into the New Year. Step 1: Find an Accountability Buddy You’re not alone in the process of keeping your New Year’s resolution. Many of our MCC students have goals, whether it
READ MORE7 Things to Know about Financial Aid for College
Updated December 1, 2022 Did you know that you may be eligible to receive financial aid for college through scholarships, grants, or loans? Many high school graduates and adults returning to school do not apply for financial aid either because they think they are ineligible or simply don’t understand what it is. Because so many students fail to file for FASFA, billions in student financial aid go unrewarded. In fact, $3.75 billion in Pell Grants was left unspoken for in 2021 due to a lack of completed FAFSA applications. Understanding financial aid options and opportunities may be daunting, but some
READ MOREThe Importance of Soft Skills in the Workplace
Before discussing soft skills and their importance in the workplace, it might first be helpful to define their opposite: hard skills. Hard skills are the technical skills one typically learns through hands-on training in school or practical experiences on the job. They are generally specific to the industry or line of work that a person has trained for. Dental Assistants, for example, acquire skills in x-ray processing and maintaining dental records. Veterinary Assistants train to nurse animals and assist in surgery, whereas Medical Assistants learn how to measure vital signs and administer patient injections. While hard skills are fundamental to
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