Northwest Career College

APRIL 9, 2025

Enhance Patient Communication Good communication skills will help the Medical Assistant build trust and ensure patients understand their treatment plans. Improved listening and explaining increase patient comfort and support. Time-bound: I will strive to develop my communication skills in the next three months.

Medical Assistant 40

Medical Assistant Medication Patient Satisfaction Follow-Up 40

Northwest Suburban College

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Key responsibilities include assisting dentists during procedures by preparing instruments, handing them over as needed, and maintaining patient comfort. They also capture X-rays, manage patient records, and provide post-treatment care instructions, all requiring careful attention and coordination.

Patient Records 52

Patient Records Patient Satisfaction Communication Continuing Education 52

CollaborateMD

JUNE 20, 2025

When integrated with powerful practice management tools, EHR data reveals patient trends, triggers preventive interventions, and streamlines every step of the care-to-collection journey. CollaborateMD’s portal empowers patients to schedule appointments, receive automated reminders, view statements, and make secure payments.

Appointments 52

Appointments Billing Collaboration Patient Safety 52

Valant

JUNE 24, 2025

When selecting telehealth tools, think like a patient: intake forms need to be easy, appointment reminders should arrive on time, and session access should work on the first try. Your best bet is to find a browser-based solution that doesn’t require patients to download yet another app.

Documentation 52

Documentation HIPAA Scheduling Communication 52

Arkenea

JUNE 20, 2025

Advanced Scheduling Optimization Contemporary EHR scheduling modules incorporate sophisticated algorithms that optimize appointment scheduling based on provider availability, patient preferences, clinical requirements, and revenue considerations.

Documentation 52

Documentation Billing Scheduling Insurance 52

Northwest Career College

JUNE 17, 2025

People in these positions are concerned with scheduling, billing, and record management. Whether you are calling to check into an appointment or to ask a question about your insurance, you have spoken with someone in healthcare administration. They ensure patients receive the needed services while enabling the medical staff to do so.

Medical Administrative Assistant 40

Medical Administrative Assistant Scheduling Appointments Tests 40

Northwest Career College

MAY 25, 2025

This entails managing appointments, handling patient records, and ensuring everything runs on time. You must monitor patient schedules, file documents appropriately, and communicate effectively with the dental staff. You’ll also need to keep the front office clean and ready for the patients.

Customer Service 40

Customer Service Billing Scheduling Appointments 40

Northwest Career College

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

Some of the work activities include: Appointment Setting Managed patient records and ensured they were up-to-date. These vital tasks provide a seamless patient experience and allow medical professionals to focus on caregiving. Scheduler: This is organizing appointments and seeing an office running on schedule.

Medical Administrative Assistant 40

Medical Administrative Assistant Medication Problem Solving Skills Billing 40

ACI Medical & Dental School

JANUARY 9, 2025

Phlebotomy & EKG: Performing phlebotomy procedures and administering electrocardiograms (EKGs) , which can be challenging for younger patients. Medical Records Management: Updating and maintaining accurate patient records, including documenting symptoms, medical histories, and treatment procedures.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Vital Signs Appointments 52

Northwest Career College

JUNE 24, 2025

It’s also about booking appointments, updating files, and keeping everything in order. Practice in our simulated dental front office classrooms, where you build skills in scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and processing insurance claims.

Scheduling 40

Scheduling Appointments Certification Transfers 40

CollaborateMD

MARCH 20, 2025

It streamlines administrative tasks, offering tools to enhance operational efficiency and patient care. Here’s a breakdown of essential features of practice management systems : Patient Scheduling : Streamline efficient appointment booking while minimizing no-shows through automated reminders.

Appointments 52

Appointments Billing Scheduling HIPAA 52

ACI Medical & Dental School

JANUARY 14, 2025

Verify patient insurance information and process any necessary paperwork. Schedule appointments and answer phone calls. Patient Communication: Provide patients with information about medications and special diets. Afternoon: Follow-Up: Call patients to remind them of upcoming appointments.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Vital Signs Follow-Up 52

Arkenea

APRIL 8, 2025

The EMR operates as a centralized digital hub for healthcare providers, enabling them to manage patient records, schedule appointments, write prescriptions, and access diagnostic tools. Appointment and Scheduling Services With Allscripts EMR, practices can efficiently manage their daily schedules.

Billing 52

Billing Appointments Scheduling Patient Care 52

Northwest Career College

MAY 17, 2025

Conversely, the m edical Administrative Assistant oversees the smooth running of daily operations by scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and handling administrative tasks. They perform support duties such as managing patient records, setting appointments, and answering phones.

Medical Administrative Assistant 40

Medical Administrative Assistant Medication Appointments Patient Records 40

Northwest Career College

APRIL 23, 2025

Most of their tasks involve handling patient records and managing insurance claims to ensure smooth dentist scheduling. These require strong organizational skills and attention to detail; minor errors could create problems in patient care or billing.

Administrative Work 40

Administrative Work Patient Records Scheduling Billing 40

Scrubs

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

They can often perform clinical duties like taking patient vital signs, administering injections, and assisting with minor surgical procedures. At the same time, they manage administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, billing, and maintaining patient records.

Medical Assistant 147

Medical Assistant Medical Administrative Assistant Medication Medical Terminology 147

Health Prime

MARCH 21, 2024

The revenue cycle in healthcare refers to the entire process of managing the financial aspects of patient care, from the initial appointment scheduling to the final payment received for services rendered. Regularly updating patient records is equally essential, as it helps prevent billing errors and delays.

Medication 105

Medication Billing Follow-Up Appointments 105

CollaborateMD

MAY 17, 2023

It was an enormous opportunity for us to take the stage and educate the audience on our unified communications platform, Updox! EHR vendors struggle to keep up with the ever-evolving regulatory landscape, leaving less time for innovation in patient and provider communications. Patients today are more informed than ever before.

Communication 52

Communication Triage Appointments Billing 52

Northwest Career College

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Handle Large Volume of Patient Scheduling Managing patient appointments is one of the most significant challenges for a medical administrative assistant. Scheduling is complex and hard when numerous patients and doctors are present, along with multiple medical procedures.

Medical Administrative Assistant 40

Medical Administrative Assistant Medication Patient Records Appointments 40

We Care Online

APRIL 17, 2024

Are you interested in a career that combines healthcare, organization, and communication skills? As the central hub of communication, HUCs ensure smooth daily operations and quality patient care. As the central hub of communication, HUCs ensure smooth daily operations and quality patient care.

Health Unit Coordinator 52

Health Unit Coordinator Medical Terminology Long Term Care Appointments 52

MedCerts

JULY 3, 2024

As a vital part of the healthcare team , an Electronic Health Records Specialist (EHR) is responsible for updating patient records, transcribing doctor's notes and charting procedure codes. Training in Microsoft Office finishes the course.

Medical Terminology 79

Medical Terminology Bookkeeping Billing Insurance 79

Valant

MAY 2, 2024

An EHR makes administrative tasks, such as appointment scheduling and billing, faster and easier. With automated features and customizable templates, clinicians can create thorough and accurate documentation with minimal effort, allowing them to focus more on patient care.

Documentation 102

Documentation Patient Care Billing Insurance 102

CollaborateMD

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Patients may have to make appointments weeks or months in advance. This can be especially frustrating if they arrive on time for their appointment. Insufficient Communication Staff may not fully explain health issues to patients. Also, make sure you’re staffing adequately to match the appointment schedule.

Follow-Up 52

Follow-Up Appointments Patient Satisfaction Billing 52

WSMDA

APRIL 28, 2023

Administrative Administrative medical assistants work primarily in office settings and are responsible for tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and processing insurance claims. They must be able to multitask, work well under pressure, and have strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Certification Vital Signs Medication 52

Northwest Suburban College

OCTOBER 11, 2024

In addition to assisting with procedures, dental assistants are responsible for preparing patients for their dental visits. They help patients feel comfortable and explain what will happen during their appointment. Excellent communication skills are also vital. Dental assistants are also in charge of infection control.

Sterilization 52

Sterilization Patient Records Appointments Communication 52

MedVA

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

They can plan appointments, keep track of patient records, and send reminders, but they can do a lot more than just help with paperwork. On the administrative side, they can set up appointments, answer questions from patients, check up on treatment plans that are still in the works, and help with insurance claims and bills.

Patient Records 52

Patient Records Follow-Up Appointments Billing 52

Northwest Suburban College

APRIL 26, 2024

As the healthcare industry continues to evolve and the demand for skilled healthcare professionals grows, Medical Assistants must be equipped with a strong foundation of skills to meet the diverse and ever-changing needs of patients and healthcare providers.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Medical Terminology Vital Signs 52

Northwest Career College

MAY 9, 2024

Medical Administrative Assistants (MAAs) play a crucial role in the daily operations of healthcare administration, ensuring effective communication and patient care. Medical administrative assistants are also responsible for greeting patients, answering phones, and assisting with other general office duties as needed.

Medical Administrative Assistant 40

Medical Administrative Assistant Medical Terminology Medication Customer Service 40

MedQuest College

JANUARY 24, 2024

Exceptional Communication Skills Dental assistants are an essential key player between the dental team and patients. Effective communication skills are crucial for easing patient anxiety, explaining procedures, and ensuring a smooth flow of information within the practice.

Sterilization 52

Sterilization Patient Records Communication Appointments 52

Northwest Career College

MAY 22, 2025

As a dental assistant, your day will comprise setting up the exam room, assisting procedures, and maintaining patient records. Start each day by reviewing the patient schedule and preparing your work area. Use a Planner or Digital Calendar Appointments, procedures, and patient information can sometimes be overwhelming to manage.

Continuing Education 40

Continuing Education Appointments Communication Scheduling 40

Northwest Career College

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

The work of a medical administrative assistant requires a lot of multitasking, from scheduling appointments and managing patient records to handling bills and much more. Google Calendar One of the significant jobs a medical administrative assistant performs is record-keeping regarding appointments and schedules.

Medical Administrative Assistant 40

Medical Administrative Assistant Medication Appointments Billing 40

Northwest Suburban College

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

You’ll learn to assist with patient exams, prepare medical instruments, and perform diagnostic tests. We also cover essential administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and handling billing procedures. Effective communication is vital in healthcare.

Medical Assistant 59

Medical Assistant Medication Medical Terminology Vital Signs 59

Northwest Career College

MAY 8, 2024

Administrative Responsibilities Dental assistants are responsible for scheduling appointments, maintaining accurate patient records, processing bills, and handling insurance claims. High staff turnover rates are common in some dental settings, leading to decreased morale and inconsistent patient care.

Patient Records 40

Patient Records Teamwork Appointments Communication 40

Valant

MARCH 30, 2024

A patient’s medical history, presenting concerns, treatment preferences, and any relevant psychosocial factors should all be documented. Comprehensive documentation also facilitates communication and collaboration among members of a patient’s whole treatment team. These should facilitate open and honest communication.

Best Practices 52

Best Practices Medical History Communication Documentation 52

Northwest Career College

APRIL 17, 2024

These duties may include scheduling patient appointments, maintaining patient records, directing tasks that follow up on processing billing and coding and coordinating communications between the patient and other health staff with the provider.

Medical Assistant 40

Medical Assistant Medication Appointments Vital Signs 40

Valant

JULY 5, 2024

Streamline Documentation: Use digital forms and automated systems to collect patient information before their first visit. Pre-Visit Communication: Ensure patients receive all necessary information before their appointment, including directions or telehealth instructions.

Patient Satisfaction 52

Patient Satisfaction Billing Appointments HIPAA 52

Northwest Career College

JUNE 30, 2024

This professional is responsible for various tasks such as scheduling appointments, issuing bills and statements, and managing insurance. Superior organizational skills are needed to schedule appointments, maintain records, handle billing and insurance claims, and ensure the smooth operation of the office.

Problem Solving Skills 40

Problem Solving Skills Scheduling Billing Communication 40