Medical Assistant

May 21 2024
Medical Assistant taking Vitals on a Patient

What Is A Medical Assistant Externship?

In this article, we’ll take a closer look at what’s involved in a medical assistant externship, and how it helps shape your future career in the medical sector. 

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Feb 29 2024
medical assistant and doctor

Medical Assistant as a Career Choice

Medical Assistant jobs are an excellent option for anyone who wants to enter into the healthcare field without years of expensive training. Medical Assistants can work in many exciting places, like doctors’ offices and hospitals. At PCI Health Training Center, we have a Medical Assistant Program that helps prepare you for this fulfilling career.

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Jan 31 2024
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Exploring A Career As A Medical Assistant

Medical Assting Career   Aspiring college students seeking a career in the healthcare industry often face the dilemma of time and cost associated with traditional nursing or medical degrees. Fortunately, there is a practical alternative that allows you to embark on a healthcare career without the lengthy and expensive commitment of a four-year institution. In this article, we will explore the path to becoming a medical assistant, from earning your diploma to finding job opportunities. Earning Your Medical Assistant Certification To kickstart your career as a medical assistant, employers may require you to possess a medical assistant diploma from a […]

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Jan 24 2024
Female Medical Assistant helping a female Patient

10 Soft Skills For Medical Assistants

Medical Assistant Soft Skills   In healthcare, the role of a medical assistant includes clinical skills and the art of human interaction. At PCI Health Training Center, we recognize the importance of soft skills in shaping compassionate and competent medical assistants. Here is a look at the ten soft skills every medical assistant should possess. 1. Emotional Intelligence Emotional intelligence goes beyond recognizing outward expressions of feelings; it involves empathizing with the underlying emotions, allowing healthcare professionals to provide more compassionate and personalized care. 2. Great Patient Communication Effective patient communication extends beyond verbal exchanges; it encompasses active listening, non-verbal […]

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Jan 03 2024
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Affordable Career Training

Become a Medical Office Assistant Are you considering a career change or seeking a role in the healthcare industry? Becoming a medical office assistant could be the path for you. At PCI, we understand the challenges of starting a new career, which is why our medical office assistant program is designed to be comprehensive. With 2023 coming to an end, it could be a great opportunity for you. Here, we will explore how our medical office assistant program provides you with a supportive environment and the necessary skills to help you enter into this healthcare role. Building a Strong Foundation […]

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