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A woman with fair skin and blonde hair wears a lab coat and hands medication to a woman with medium skin and dark hair

What You Can and Can't Say to Customers as a Pharmacy Technician

If you're a pharmacy technician, you'll need to understand the limitations of your position when communicating with others. Here...

Nicole Krempasky

Oct 31, 2023

3 min read

Medical assistant in blue scrubs on blue background.

Guide to Becoming a Medical Transcriptionist: Salary, FAQs, and Requirements

Not sure if medical transcription is the right career for you? In this blog, you’ll learn more about what a medical transcriptio...

Des Sinkevich

Oct 13, 2023

8 min read

Sterile processing technician in PPE on blue background.

What Does a Sterile Processing Tech Do? (Duties, Salary, & FAQs)

Want to work in healthcare but not with patients? Enter the world of sterile processing technicians (SPTs), essential workers be...

Lauren Ambrosio

Aug 02, 2023

18 min read

pharmacy technician in white lab coat on red and pink background.

Skills Every Pharmacy Technician Should Have

There are many skills that can help you get ahead in the growing Pharmacy Technician field. As a key player in the health care f...

Lauren Ambrosio

May 26, 2023

6 min read

Man in blue scrubs on blue background.

Which Healthcare Certifications Pay the Most? A Guide to Higher-Earning Medical Jobs Through Certification

Medical certifications can help you earn more and gain job stability. And you often don’t need a degree to get one. Here are the...

Lauren Ambrosio

May 09, 2023

7 min read

In Demand Healthcare Careers

12 Healthcare and Medical Careers In Demand for 2023

The beginning of a new year is a time for change, so it’s a great time to take the first steps toward reaching new goals, includ...

Des Sinkevich

Jan 05, 2023

12 min read

Growing Careers in Allied Health

Top Allied Health Careers

An effective healthcare team is made up of doctors, nurses, and a range of allied health care providers. From physical therapist...

Des Sinkevich

Nov 22, 2022

12 min read

Dental Assistant Vs. Dental Hygienist

Dental Assistant vs. Dental Hygienist (What’s the Difference?)

Many people often think that dental assistant and dental hygienist are different titles for the same job. However, while there m...

Des Sinkevich

Nov 21, 2022

7 min read

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Which Medical Coding & Billing Certification Exam Should You Take – the CBCS or CPC?

Earning a medical billing and coding certification is required for most jobs in the field, but there are several exam options to...

Penn Foster

Sep 27, 2022

8 min read

A woman with medium skintone and dark hair, wearing scrubs and holding out a clipboard and a pen, demonstrating medical assistant duties

Your Guide to Medical Assistant Duties

If you’re looking for an in-demand career that offers plenty of jobs opportunities and the chance to make a difference, be...

Des Sinkevich

Aug 24, 2022

11 min read

How to Become a Dental Assistant

How to Become a Dental Assistant (Guide & Salary FAQs)

Becoming a dental assistant can be a rewarding career path, especially for those who want to work in a medical field and play an...

Des Sinkevich

Jul 21, 2022

12 min read

10 Reasons to Become a Pharmacy Technician

10 Reasons to Become a Pharmacy Technician [Infographic]

Becoming a pharmacy technician offers a lot of benefits! Besides joining a rewarding industry, here are 10 reasons to consider b...

Des Sinkevich

Jun 23, 2022

4 min read