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2. Medical assistant - Wikipedia

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   A medical assistant, also known as a "clinical assistant" or healthcare assistant in the US [1] is an allied health professional who supports the work of physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other health professionals, usually in a clinic setting. Medical assistants can become certified through an accredited program.

3. Medical Assistants: What do they do? - WebMD

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   Medical assistants are health care professionals who help doctors in clinics, medical offices, and hospitals. They may make your appointment, take your vital signs, and draw your blood. A medical ...

4. National Healthcareer Association - Wikipedia

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   National Health career Association (NHA) The National Healthcareer Association ( NHA) is a national professional certification agency for healthcare workers in the United States. [3] Granting credentials in more than 8 allied health specialties, it is an organizational member of the National Organization for Competency Assurance (NOCA). [4]

5. Physician assistant - Wikipedia

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   A Physician Assistant or Physician Associate ( PA) is a type of healthcare professional. While these job titles are used internationally, there is significant variation in training and scope of practice from country to country, and sometimes between smaller jurisdictions such as states or provinces. Depending on location, PAs practice semi ...

6. What Is a Physician Assistant? - WebMD

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   A physician assistant must take 100 continuing education credit hours every 2 years to keep the certification. They must also take a recertification exam every 10 years. Reasons to See a Physician ...

7. Physical Examination: Purpose, Preparation, and Procedure

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   Procedure. Follow-up. A physical examination is a routine test your primary care provider (PCP) performs to check your overall health. It’s also known as a wellness check. You don’t have to be ...