Practice Builders

APRIL 11, 2025

Patient safety is a top priority for healthcare experts. Consider these findings: 63% of patients rate safety as their top priority when interacting with their physicians. More than 60% of adverse events in the hospital are due to communication errors. Sharing Patient Data Externally Patient records are very important.

Communication 52

Communication Patient Safety HIPAA Collaboration 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

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

ACI Medical & Dental School

JANUARY 14, 2025

Medical Assistants in certain settings, such as hospitals or clinics with extended hours, might work evening or weekend shifts. Extended Hours and Weekends: Settings: Hospitals, urgent care centers, and clinics with extended hours. Shift Work: Settings: Larger hospitals or 24-hour facilities.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Vital Signs Follow-Up 52

Northwest Career College

JUNE 15, 2025

One day, you might assist a physician with a physical exam; the next, you might manage patient records, schedule appointments, or prepare essential equipment. You may work in a doctor’s office, a hospital, a clinic, or a nursing home. Build Good Relationships with Patients.

Medical Assistant 40

Medical Assistant Medication Physical Exams Medical Coding 40

Arkenea

APRIL 8, 2025

With a modular, interoperable, and scalable design, Allscripts caters to a diverse range of medical practices, from small clinics to large hospital networks. 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.

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. Healthcare administrators often work in large healthcare settings, such as hospitals, nursing homes, or outpatient care centers.

Medical Administrative Assistant 40

Medical Administrative Assistant Medication Appointments Patient Records 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

Prism Career Institute

JUNE 1, 2024

Clinical Duties Medical assistants may be asked to perform the following clinical duties: Record patients’ symptoms and update medical histories Measure vital signs (i.e., The post Beyond Hospitals: Where Else Can Medical Assistants Work? But variety isn’t found only in their responsibilities.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Hospital Medication Hospice 52

We Care Online

APRIL 17, 2024

These important professionals work in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and other healthcare facilities. As the central hub of communication, HUCs ensure smooth daily operations and quality patient care. Look no further than the role of a Health Unit Coordinator (HUC).

Health Unit Coordinator 52

Health Unit Coordinator Medical Terminology Long Term Care Appointments 52

Northwest Suburban College

OCTOBER 4, 2024

They help doctors and nurses provide the best care for patients. Their work is varied and incredibly important for the smooth running of clinics and hospitals. One of the first things medical assistants do each day is welcome and prepare patients for their visits. They update patient records with the latest information.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Vital Signs Follow-Up 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 also perform tests to diagnose eye conditions and administer medications as directed by the ophthalmologist.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Certification Vital Signs Medication 52

Practice Index

AUGUST 29, 2024

Alarm as practices lose income for residential care patients The IGPM has reported that practices are discovering huge errors in the number of residential care home patients recorded on official systems. In one practice, the gap between the number of patients in care homes and the officially recorded number is 400.

Huddles/Rounds 52

Huddles/Rounds Appointments Patient Records Hospital 52

ACI Medical & Dental School

JANUARY 31, 2024

Medical Assistants perform both administrative tasks like scheduling appointments and clinical duties such as taking patient vital signs, assisting with examinations, and preparing treatment rooms. Medical Assistants work in healthcare settings such as clinics, hospitals, and doctor’s offices. Where Do They Work?

Patient Access Representative 52

Patient Access Representative Medication Vital Signs Medical Assistant 52

Northwest Career College

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Medical administrative assistants perform many functions and help facilitate the smooth operation of medical offices, clinics, and hospitals. The most difficult part of this position is balancing all the tasks properly while maintaining excellent organization and patient care. Dealing with last-minute cancellations or emergencies.

Medical Administrative Assistant 40

Medical Administrative Assistant Medication Patient Records Appointments 40

Southern Careers Institute

OCTOBER 22, 2022

Medical assistants are trained professionals who provide a wide range of care for patients in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare facilities. Medical assistants are hired by doctors or other health professionals to help with administrative tasks like scheduling appointments and keeping track of patient records.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Long Term Care Medical Administrative Assistant 52

Northwest Career College

APRIL 17, 2024

Core Responsibilities Medical assistants are the support staff in medical practices, clinics, and hospitals. Clinical duties typically include: Assisting healthcare providers during patient examinations. Appointment scheduling is central to organized workflow and delivery of effective patient care.

Medical Assistant 40

Medical Assistant Medication Appointments Vital Signs 40

Northwest Suburban College

APRIL 26, 2024

Medical Assistants play a crucial role in the healthcare system, assisting physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals in delivering efficient, compassionate care to patients. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask effectively are critical for managing these diverse responsibilities.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Medical Terminology Vital Signs 52

Northwest Suburban College

OCTOBER 11, 2024

When you join our Medical Assistant program, you will dive into a comprehensive curriculum that covers everything from medical terminology to patient care. You will learn about various medical procedures, how to assist during examinations, and how to manage patient records. Having such experienced instructors is a huge benefit.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Medical Terminology Vital Signs 52

MedQuest College

APRIL 26, 2024

Medical assistants typically work under the supervision of physicians or other healthcare professionals and are responsible for performing administrative tasks, such as scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and billing. They may specialize in areas such as podiatry, ophthalmology, or dermatology.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Medical Terminology Vital Signs 52

Northwest Suburban College

JUNE 14, 2024

Medical Assistants work in various settings, including hospitals, clinics, private practices, and long-term care facilities, making them integral to the healthcare system. From scheduling and managing patient records to handling billing and insurance, their expertise helps promote efficiency in medical practices.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Follow-Up Appointments 52

CollaborateMD

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Here are five benefits you can enjoy from insights provided by patients: Improved patient satisfaction:  Regular feedback helps you find and solve problems in your practice. These fixes can lead to higher patient satisfaction. More revenue:   Studies  link positive patient experiences with increased hospital revenue.

Follow-Up 52

Follow-Up Appointments Patient Satisfaction Scheduling 52

Northwest Suburban College

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

You’ll gain the hands-on experience needed to work confidently in hospitals, clinics, and various healthcare settings. You will learn everything from basic patient care to advanced skills like phlebotomy. This robust training ensures you are well-equipped to handle various tasks in hospitals and clinics.

Medical Assistant 59

Medical Assistant Medication Medical Terminology Vital Signs 59

Northwest Career College

MAY 9, 2024

A medical administrative assistant provides administrative support to medical staff in healthcare settings such as hospitals, clinics, or doctor’s offices. It is crucial to master the art of communication, whether it is scheduling appointments, relaying messages, explaining medical procedures, or dealing with patient issues.

Medical Administrative Assistant 40

Medical Administrative Assistant Medical Terminology Medication Customer Service 40

WSMDA

MAY 26, 2023

Medical assistants play a crucial role in healthcare, serving as the backbone of many medical practices, clinics, and hospitals. They support healthcare professionals in various ways, from administrative tasks to clinical duties, ensuring that patient care is optimized.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Patient Care Medication Vital Signs 52

Arkenea

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The clinical side of hospitals and offices is managed by Electronic Medical Records (EMR) software. Patient scheduling, medical billing, patient portal, e-prescription (e-Rx), patient check-in, financial reporting, and benchmarking, among other functions, are some of the most popular Practice Management (PM) software features.

Documentation 52

Documentation Billing Appointments Medical History 52

ACI Medical & Dental School

JANUARY 31, 2024

Some examples of cross-training for Medical Assistants might include: Gaining proficiency in performing specific clinical procedures like phlebotomy (drawing blood), electrocardiography (EKG) , Patient Care Technician (PCT) duties, or assisting with minor surgical procedures. Acquiring knowledge of medical coding and billing procedures.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Medical Coding Vital Signs 52

Northwest Suburban College

APRIL 26, 2024

Dental Assistants work in various settings, such as private practices, dental clinics, and hospitals, contributing significantly to the overall success and smooth operation of dental care facilities. Our program dedicates resources to teach students the essential skills required for managing these duties effectively.

Sterilization 52

Sterilization Appointments Huddles/Rounds Scheduling 52

Health Populi

FEBRUARY 9, 2019

John has been hands-on in curating the participants in this space, which John said are moving care outside of the hospital into peoples’ homes and hands across the continuum. Since HIMSS18, Apple has expanded its footprint and collaborations in health, with hospitals, tech developers, and patients.

Collaboration 84

Collaboration HIPAA Patient Records Hospital 84

Northwest Suburban College

APRIL 18, 2024

They actively collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, ensuring a smooth workflow and delivering top-quality patient care. These duties may include scheduling appointments, managing medical records, handling phone calls, and maintaining inventory.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Problem Solving Skills Vital Signs 52

Medical Advantage

MARCH 8, 2024

Here’s a brief overview of athenahealth features for each platform: Electronic health record s (EHR): Improves clinical outcomes in practices and hospitals, where healthcare providers can view their daily operations through the lens of a robust EHR service.

Appointments 52

Appointments Billing Scheduling Patient Care 52

Northwest Suburban College

OCTOBER 11, 2024

You’ll learn how to make patients comfortable, how to take dental x-rays, and how to prepare patients for their appointments. We also cover administrative skills like scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and handling billing and insurance claims.

Unit Organization and Environment 52

Unit Organization and Environment Huddles/Rounds Appointments Sterilization 52

Northwest Suburban College

MARCH 8, 2024

Their key tasks include: Administrative Duties: Medical Assistants handle essential administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and conducting insurance billing to keep the practice running efficiently.

Clinical Operations 52

Clinical Operations Medical Assistant Medication Medical Terminology 52

Northwest Suburban College

MAY 24, 2024

Dental assistants work alongside dentists, dental hygienists, and other dental care professionals to provide quality dental care in various settings such as dental offices, clinics, and hospitals. These responsibilities may include scheduling appointments, managing patient records, handling insurance claims, and ordering supplies.

Continuing Education 52

Continuing Education Sterilization Certification Communication 52

Northwest Suburban College

APRIL 4, 2024

From clinical procedures to administrative duties, the expertise of a medical assistant is essential in ensuring the smooth functioning of medical offices, clinics, and hospitals. Different environments offer varying levels of patient interaction, specific responsibilities, and opportunities for career growth.

Medical Assistant 52

Medical Assistant Medication Huddles/Rounds Vital Signs 52

Practice Index

AUGUST 1, 2024

Transport, banking, broadcast services and healthcare were all affected, including those GP practices that use the EMIS system to manage appointments, conduct patient consultations and update and store patient records, as well as using it to send prescriptions to pharmacies.

Documentation 52

Documentation Follow-Up Appointments Medical History 52