When thinking about pursuing a career in the medical field, many prospective students overlook medical assisting. A medical assistant supports the work of physicians and other health professionals, usually in a clinic setting like a healthcare center or doctor’s private office. Duties range depending on location and the size of a facility, but may include
Allied Health
National Medical Assistant Recognition Week-Day 5
We are ending the Medical Assistants Recognition week. Veronica Jones is an Allied Health instructor at CW who recognizes the vital contribution that Medical Assistants make to the quality of health care. She’s been working with them for over a decade and she also joins the celebrations. “I have been educating and working with Medical
#PinkThursday – Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and once again, the Allied Health Club wanted to end the month on a positive note. The Student Center was decorated in pink and there were several items and food for sale. Students, staff, and faculty members joined #PinkThursday and wore something pink. In addition, students were encouraged
National Medical Assistant Recognition Week-Day 4
As part of the National Medical Assistant Recognition Week, we asked some Allied Health students why is so important to have a week, dedicated to Medical Assistants. Here’s what they had to say: • It recognizes the hard work we put in it every day • We are the first person a patient sees. We
National Medical Assistant Recognition Week-Day 3
We continue the National Medical Assistant Recognition Week. Estelle Coffino, Program Director/Chairperson of the Allied Health Programs joins the celebrations, and congratulates our Medical Assistants Students! “CW is proud of our Medical Assistants who are dedicated and compassionate members of the health care team, and who make a significant contribution to the quality of health
National Medical Assistant Recognition Week-Day 2
During the second day of the National Medical Assistant Recognition Week, we feature the School of Allied Health at The College of Westchester. The School of Allied Health is a leader in educating innovative and responsible allied health professionals. Graduates of our Medical Assistant Management and our Health Information Management programs, leave CW ready to
National Medical Assistant Recognition Week-Day 1
Just like any other professional society medical assistants also have their own week. It’s called Medical Assistant Recognition Week here in the US, and is celebrated October 19-23 under the theme of ‘Medical Assistants at the Heart of Health Care.’ National medical assistant week has been celebrated since 1984. The celebration emphasizes the role of
CW Conversation Series
If you have been thinking about enhancing your skills in Accounting, Health Management or Computer Networking or are considering a new career, one of these conversations is for you! Accounting What will be discussed: *Tax Accounting *Management Services *Large Versus Small CPA Firms *Private Industry Accounting *Government and Not-For-Profit AccountingHealth Information Management What will be
The Liberty Science Center
The Allied Health Club, along with some faculty members visited “The Liberty Science Center” in Jersey City, NJ. The students first enjoyed the movie “Humpback Whales,” followed by a featured presentation allowing the students to take a dive into the world of humpback whales and learn about their social structure, courtship and reproduction, as well
A Healthy Spring
Spring is finally here, and with it comes the warm weather and outside activities. It’s a time for new beginnings such as choosing to be healthy and ready for the summer. The Allied Health Club put together the “Spring Into Wellness”, an annual offering clinical screenings, nutritious snacks, treats for sale, and CPR demonstrations. The