Medical assistants work in every type of medical specialty and learn terminology for each setting. Students in Philadelphia PA, as well as Cherry Hill and West Atlantic City, NJ, study both wide-ranging medical terminology and practical skills used in patient care at Prism Career Institute. Here are 27 medical terms that every medical assistant should
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Understanding Ethical Standards for Medical Assistants
When graduates of medical assisting programs, such as that offered at Prism Career Institute campuses in Cherry Hill and West Atlantic City, NJ as well as Philadelphia, PA, begin working with patients, they have a thorough grounding in the ethics of their profession. Whether they work in a hospital, urgent care clinic, or physician’s office,
What Are Electronic Medical Records and How Do They Relate To Medical Assistants?
Digitized medical records have helped change and improve the healthcare industry. This modern recordkeeping method has improved the quality of care, reduced medical errors, and improved communication among providers. As part of their administrative duties, medical assistants work closely with these records to ensure patients receive proper, efficient care. Prism Career Institute, offering medical assistant
HIPAA: Understanding Patient Confidentiality and How It Relates to Medical Assistants
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) has helped change the healthcare industry by ensuring sensitive health information is shared securely. Medical assistants need to be aware of HIPAA laws to ensure their patients’ information is handled properly. Prism Career Institute offers a comprehensive medical assistant program in Cherry Hill and West Atlantic City
4 Tips to Make PN Training Easier
Studying for your practical nursing (PN) exam is time-consuming, but it’s a necessary part of your training as a practical nursing student. At Prism Career Institute, we strive to help our students succeed and reach their true potential, and we understand how tough it can be to balance work, school, and social life. Here, we
Career Path Advancement Options for Medical Assistants
Whether you’re a medical assistant looking to step into a leadership role or looking to become an instructor to new medical assisting students, there are opportunities for all medical assistants to advance and thrive in a long-term career. Prism Career Institute offers a comprehensive Medical Assistant training program to better prepare our students for the
How to Build Experience as an Entry-Level Medical Assistant
Congratulations – you’ve decided to pursue a career as a medical assistant. You may be wondering how you can gain experience that will help you land the job of your dreams. Medical assistants are healthcare professionals who work alongside doctors and nurses in a wide range of clinical settings. If you’re not sure how to
Duties and Responsibilities for Entry-Level Medical Assistants
Medical assistants provide invaluable services to their patients while also aiding the administrative work done in the facility. As an entry-level medical assistant, you’ll be expected to carry out a variety of responsibilities, all of which you should be prepared for with the proper training. Here, Prism Career Institute describes the duties and responsibilities you’ll
How Long Does it Take to Become a PN?
Practical nurses (PNs) provide valuable, life-saving medical services in healthcare facilities around the globe. To become a PN, you’ll need to train through a practical nursing program. Once you’ve completed your training, you’ll need to pass the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nursing (NCLEX-PN). Here, Prism Career Institute describes how long it takes to
3 Things to Remember Your First Day in a Medical Assistant Externship
At Prism Career Institute, we offer an in-depth medical assistant program that includes a 160-hour externship that’s designed to prepare students for a healthcare career. An externship is an integral part of any medical assistant training program as it gives you real-world experience in the field. This is an exciting time and one where you