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Go From Medical Assistant to Physician Assistant
How to Go From Medical Assistant to Physician Assistant: The Steps You’ll Need to Take Medical assisting isn’t the only career path a MA degree opens to you. This dynamic degree can also be the first step you take towards becoming a physician assistant. What is A Physician Assistant? Physician assistants (PAs) are medical professionals […]
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Retail Pharmacy vs. Hospital Pharmacy: What You Need to Know
A degree can take you anywhere. The question is where to go. For pharmacy technicians, it comes down to two choices: hospital or retail pharmacy. What is Retail Pharmacy? Retail pharmacies are the pharmacies that you visit in groceries and drug stores. These pharmacies fulfill medical prescriptions sent from medical institutions. Retail pharmacy workers also […]
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Why the Shortage of Hospital Pharmacy Technicians is a National Healthcare Crisis
A survey conducted by the American Society of Health System Pharmacists (ASHP) has uncovered startling news: hospitals are low staffed in pharmacy technicians. How This Crisis is Affecting Hospitals Inventory management. Preparing prescriptions. Processing insurance. These are the little things that pharmacy technicians do that keep hospitals running. It’s their hard work that allows pharmacists […]
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How to Get a Home Health Aide Certificate? Here’s What You Need to Know.
Home health aides (HHA) transform lives. As an HHA, you’ll develop close bonds with your patients as you spend every day with them in their homes. Whether you’re assisting them medically or sharing family recipes, you will be valuable.
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Veterans: It’s Time to Take Advantage of Your GI Bill Benefits
You’ve served your country. Now that you’ve come home from active duty, it’s time to take advantage of your military education benefits. Military service is only the beginning of your career. The GI Bill propels veterans and qualifying dependents toward the future. Wondering how to participate in the program? Here’s what you need to know: […]
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Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) Degree FAQs Answered
An associate nursing degree is a cost-efficient option for those with a passion for healing. FVI’s nursing program is perfect for students ready to jump into the medical world. How Long Does a Nursing Degree Take? Full-time students of FVI’s nursing program can complete their program in 22 months. What to Expect from a Nursing […]
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Is FVI’s Pharmacy Technician Training Program Right for You?
As the healthcare industry continues to grow, so does the need for medical professionals. There has been an increased demand for trained professionals across all medical fields. While nurses and technicians require extensive training, a technician can start their career much sooner. Let’s say you’ve always dreamed about being a nurse, but don’t want to […]
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Patient Care Technician Job Description, Duties, and Everything You Need to Know
From nursing homes to hospitals to home health care, people who like to help others are constantly needed in many areas of the medical industry. Working directly with patients could be the career for you if you’re looking for a new opportunity in the healthcare industry. Students enrolled in the Patient Care Technician Program at […]
