medical assisting as a career‚ and it is also an occupation that calls for a desire to help others‚ love of learning and flexibility. In addition‚ according to projections by the U.S. Department of Labor it is one of 8 specialties in the health care field that is growing rapidly and should continue to do so. What You Should Know Typically‚ schools in the United States that offer courses for medical assistants provide hands-on experience in working with patients‚ along with training in the classroom
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“Medical Assistants are the ones that the patient sees first; they are the face of the clinic.” I saw this quote on wiki.answers.com and it really struck me as inspirational and also something to go by when I think about the top qualities that I should possess to become the best medical assistant I can be. This essay will cover the five topics that I feel are the best qualities that a medical assistant should have. Some will be personal qualities while others will be professional qualities as well
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Medical Assistant By Stefanie Oliver I learned a lot in these past four weeks about the career I am going for and what it takes to get there. I learned about the qualifications and education that I need to become a medical assistant. I also learned what the responsibilities are in a medical assistant field. I am going to do everything it takes to make sure I put my all into it to become the best medical assistant I can be. The medical assistant term is between a receptionist and nurse and
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Medical assistant- As the role of the medical assistant‚ I would want to comfort the patient and answer any questions that he/she may have. In this case the patient is feeling abandoned‚ so I will explain that we were letting him/her rest and fully awaken before we let anyone in to see him/her. I would also let the patient know that his/her health is important and that the doctor will be in shortly to explain more. Also that the doctor will help him/her understand what he/she went through before
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My Profession: Medical Assistant Kaplan University My Profession: Medical Assistant I have recently enrolled into the Associates of Applied Science in Medical Assisting (AASMA) program at Kaplan University. Since I have been enrolled in this program‚ I have learned a lot about my profession‚ the courses that I have to take and the skills I need to be a medical assistant. In this paper I will discuss the overview of my profession‚ education requirements‚ current issues relevant to
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up I think I always wanted to work in the medical field‚ seeing my mother as a LPN. I also have always had a natural interest in the medical field because I like to watch a lot of ER and hospital shows. At first I didn’t really know what health career I wanted to pursue. I just knew that I liked being in the healthcare class and learning about the different health science careers and what they do. I think a medical office administration assistant would be a very good career for me because I am very
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Pursuit of a degree as a medical assistant will require dedication‚ research‚ and passion‚ for successful completion of the combination of course work‚ clinical‚ and externship experience necessary to work in this role within the medical field. Entering into the medical assistant program will depend on what suites your needs. Do your research on the school of your choice‚ keeping in mind‚ their accreditation(s). Before perusing a diploma or degree in medical assisting‚ you must be dedicated‚ and
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I like to think of people in the medical field as everyday heroes‚ I’ve always admired them‚ I enjoy the idea helping those in need‚ whether it is a major-medical procedure or a simple laugh. As I’ve gotten older I started to take in to consideration that maybe this was what I would like to do for the rest of my life just like all people I saw and I admired when I was younger. Now that I am in the 11th grade‚ college is soon approaching and I found myself confused as to how I plan on getting to my
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this novelty of an idea wore off as I have learned that the road to success and pursuit of happiness in life is not necessarily a straight one. This has encouraged me to follow my heart no matter how daunting the journey can be. William James once said “the greatest discovery of my generation is that a human being has the power to alter his life by his attitude”. It is deeply rooted in this philosophy that I desire to become a physician assistant (PA) where I hope to provide quality healthcare
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Have you ever thought of being an orthodontist assistant? An orthodontist assistant career may be an excellent choice if you consider being an actual doctor orthodontist in the future. Most of the work will revolve around the clinical practice and patient care. Those interested in this career would have to attend dental school or any other school to achieve a certification and secure job. Course associated with the orthodontist assistant career revolve around clinical hands on practice
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