The Veterinary Assistant to Veterinary Technician Career Jump
Making a change in your career is a major decision that requires plenty of thought and planning. To land a new role, a certain degree or certification may be necessary. You might need to go back to school or undergo additional training to be fully qualified. The day-to-day of your next position may look a bit different from anything you have done previously. It should not be surprising, then, that there is lots to consider when making the jump from veterinary assistant to veterinary technician. If you are a veterinary assistant aspiring to become a veterinary technician, we’ve come up
READ MORENational Veterinary Technician Week 2023
30 Years of Celebration Your beloved pets deserve the best healthcare possible, and that requires the attentive help of everyone on the veterinary clinic team! The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) recognized that and created a week intended to celebrate these professionals: National Veterinary Technician Week! Declared to fall on October 15-21, 2023, this year marks the 30th celebration. Because the celebration now spans three decades, the quite fitting theme is “Pearls of Wisdom,” pearls being the symbol of the 30th wedding anniversary. NAVTA has collected valuable advice from many Credentialed Veterinary Technicians that can guide you
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 MOREMedical Assistants Recognition Week 2023
What is Medical Assistants Day? National Medical Assistants Day falls on October 18, 2023, however, many observe the entire third week of October as Medical Assistants Appreciation Week! This time of designated gratitude was created in 1980 by the American Association of Medical Assistants. This year marks over 40 years of celebration with the theme “Medical Assistants Shine Bright,” emphasizing the trail of light they leave behind with their compassionate care! Keep reading to learn about the many responsibilities of medical assistants, how important their contribution is, and why they deserve special recognition! A Vast and Vital Career Field There
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
READ MORE8 Tips for Medical Assistants in Senior Care
Medical Assistants help patients in all areas of the healthcare industry, which is great news when America has a rapidly aging population to account for. By the year 2030, America is estimated to have approximately 71 million Americans aged 65 or older. That’s a 200% increase from the year 2000. This means there are many more elderly individuals in assisted living or nursing care than ever before. Thus, there are more opportunities for medical assistants in senior care. Medical Assistants can help anyone at any age, from the youngest babies all the way up to elderly patients. They can share
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