Archives

Oct 07 2024
Students learning medical assisting with patient

Medical Assistant Externship

An externship is a common component of the curriculum in medical assistant programs. Students pursuing medical assistant externships work with seasoned professionals in real-world medical settings, receiving hands-on training. Duties Of a Medical Assistant A medical assistant is a multi-talented healthcare professional who takes on a variety of administrative and clinical responsibilities in doctor’s offices, hospitals, clinics, and other medical facilities. These duties can include checking patient vital signs, performing lab tests, transcribing patient information, and scheduling new appointments. Medical Assistant Training If you want to start a career as a medical assistant, it’s possible to get the training you […]

Learn More
Sep 27 2024
a female dental assistant smiling on a chairside

Continuing Education For Dental Assistants

Continuing education helps dental assistants keep their skills current and ensures they’re up-to-date on the latest changes in best practices or treatment protocols. If you’re looking to pursue a career in this field, PCI Health Training Center can help. Our dental assisting program includes a mixture of classroom, lab, and externship experience that will prepare you to get certified and hit the ground running in a position at a dental practice. Contact us today for more information!

Learn More
Sep 24 2024
Two dental assistants working on patients teeth

Dental Assistant to Dental Hygienist

We explain the differences between these two roles and how to transition from one role into the other to advance your career. Start your dental assisting career by training at PCI!

Learn More
Sep 09 2024

Medical Assistant Specialties

Growth in the healthcare industry has led to increased demand for medical assistants and more opportunities for medical assistants to specialize in particular areas. We offer a few examples of these possible specialties.

Learn More
Sep 04 2024
Skills for med office assisting

What Makes A Great Medical Office Assistant?

As a medical office assistant, you’ll handle many different administrative tasks that keep medical facilities running smoothly, reduce stress for patients, and allow doctors and nurses to focus on providing the best possible patient care. Read on to learn about the skills and training you need to start a career in healthcare today.

Learn More