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Tips for Taking a Patient Medical History

Medical assistants help medical professionals with regular clinical duties. However, they are also responsible for a variety of administrative duties, like updating, organizing, and filing patient medical records. One of those duties requires that you gather a patient’s medical history. Accurate and correct patient medical records are essential for keeping medical operations running smoothly and

What to Expect Working in Medical Assistant Hospital Jobs

Medical assistants are essential to the healthcare industry, working to keep things running smoothly and organized. They are responsible for completing many clinical and administrative tasks in a variety of healthcare settings. Hospitals are one setting that medical assistants can choose to work in that provides many benefits depending on what you’re looking for out

How to Become a Patient Care Technician

There are so many different job opportunities in the world of healthcare that it can be difficult to know where to start. If you enjoy helping others and you’re good at staying organized, you may want to consider working as a patient care technician. These professionals work under the supervision of nurses or doctors at

How to Become a Mobile Phlebotomist

Blood tests are routinely used in healthcare to help diagnose illnesses, monitor chronic conditions, and test the effectiveness of medical treatments. Phlebotomy is the medical term for the process of drawing blood from a patient’s vein using a needle. The medical professionals who perform blood draws are known as phlebotomists or phlebotomy technicians. Some phlebotomists

Specialties That Boost Medical Assistant Salary

Medical assistants work in all kinds of patient care settings, from large hospitals and surgery centers to small family practices. Some medical assistants choose to narrow their focus by working in a specific area of medicine, such as cardiology or podiatry. This is an exciting option for medical assistants, as specializations can translate into higher

Podiatric Medical Assistants Can Earn More

If you’ve ever had a sprained ankle or an ingrown toenail, you may have seen a specialist known as a podiatrist. These doctors focus on conditions that affect the feet and ankles. Like other types of doctors, they rely on the support of medical assistants to deliver excellent patient care and keep their medical offices

Meet Regina L. Johnson, Medical Assisting Program Manager

Prism Career Institute isn’t just a great place to go to school – it’s also a fulfilling place to work. Hear from Regina L. Johnson, RMA, NRCPT, CPI, CMAC, the Medical Assisting Program, to learn more about her rewarding role at Prism Career Institute, serving students in Philadelphia, PA, and Cherry Hill and West Atlantic

Meet James Gordon, Medical Assistant Instructor

At Prism Career Institute, our goal is to guide our students on their journey to a rewarding career. We offer several career-focused training programs designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to find success right after graduation. Prism Career Institute, serving students in Philadelphia, PA, and Cherry Hill and West Atlantic City,

The Future of Electronic Medical Records and What Medical Assistants Need to Know

Since the global COVID-19 pandemic, the healthcare industry has seen great shifts. These changes have drastically impacted how medical professionals conduct business and provide care. While electronic medical records are not a new phenomenon, they have evolved significantly since the pandemic, and likely will continue doing so moving forward. So, what new trends can we

How to Become a Traveling Medical Assistant

While they often fly under the radar, medical assistants play a pivotal role in the quality of healthcare patients receive. This career offers a wide range of benefits, making it a highly sought-after position. One of those advantages is the opportunity to become a traveling medical assistant. Prism Career Institute provides outstanding career training at