Medical assistants provide physician support services that ensure that healthcare facilities run smoothly. They are responsible for administrative as well as clinical tasks, such as maintaining patient records, preparing patients and rooms for examination, assisting physicians with exams, and performing front-desk tasks. Medical assistants typically work in physician's offices, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities. Other duties include recording and updating medical histories and contact information in patient files, scheduling patient appointments, and performing standard care procedures like drawing blood, checking vitals, or collecting lab samples.
South Georgia Career Center
South Georgia Career Center is a medical education institution specializing in Allied Health training, offering state-approved certifications valid nationwide. With a focus on medical assistant and phlebotomy courses, the center aims to enhance test scores, skills, and employment outcomes. It operates a dedicated online platform for courses and maintains a retail shop for related supplies, empowering students with comprehensive learning and career advancement in healthcare.
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