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How to Become a Medical Office Assistant

Working as a medical office assistant is the perfect position for someone who wants to work in the healthcare field, but doesn’t want to do direct patient care. There are several job titles for positions that provide office support in healthcare facilities. A medical office assistant may also be called: ...
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Understanding the CDL Requirements and Types of CDL

A Commercial Driver’s License, or CDL, is a specialized driver’s license that allows individuals to drive designated commercial vehicles on roadways. In Texas, commercial drivers must complete appropriate training and testing in order to drive commercial motor vehicles (CMVs). To comply with the Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act and ensure ...
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What Does an Executive Administrative Assistant Do?

An Executive Administrative Assistant is a key player in the organization of the executive suite of an organization. As the name implies, the executive assistant assists one or more members of the executive team with a wide range of duties, to maximize productivity and ensure that the organization runs smoothly. ...
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What Can I do With a CNA Certification

A CNA, or certified nursing assistant, helps those with disabilities, chronic illnesses, or who are simply those getting on in their years. The CNA helps individuals with their daily routine. This can include taking walks, helping with personal hygiene, and guidance on proper nutrition. The CNA assures a patient receives ...
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Administrative AssistantBlog

What Does An Administrative Assistant Do?

One of the most common but essential positions found in all industries is the administrative assistant. According to Dictionary.com, the administrative assistant definition is a person who aids an executive or corporate department. Individuals in this job role coordinate office procedure and services such as maintenance, supervision, and workflow. Coordination ...
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What Is a Help Desk Technician?

A help desk technician, also sometimes called a computer support specialist, a desktop support technician or a help desk analyst, is a trained IT professional. These positions are essential to today\’s workforce.  Throughout the course of a business day, many computer users run into technical and non-technical difficulties. They ...
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Southern Careers Institute Annual Holiday Tree Giveaway

Southern Careers Institute Delivers Holiday Cheer to Texas Families with its Annual Holiday Tree Giveaway This holiday season, Southern Careers Institute, a vocational and trade school in Texas will once again support local families with its annual Holiday Tree Giveaway. This event is the result of a collective effort among ...
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3 Careers that Won’t be Replaced by Computers

What future proof careers won’t be replaced by computers? Technology can be beneficial in many ways, but it can also have its downsides. Social media can be a waste of time, and technology can also replace many jobs that are currently being done by people who rely on a paycheck ...
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5 Essential Skills of a Medical Assistant

What does a medical assistant do? Medical assistants work in a variety of healthcare settings, including physician’s offices, hospitals, urgent care clinics, and more. They play a vital role in any medical office or hospital by assisting physicians with administrative tasks and taking patient vital signs, and they also communicate ...
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How to Become a Top Medical Assistant in Texas

A career as a medical assistant offers many exciting benefits. In addition to providing a rewarding and lucrative way to contribute to your local healthcare community, you can choose to put your skills to use in a wide variety of environments. Below is a look at the types of topics ...
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