Care + Career

      Resources, news and fun for NHA certification candidates and alumni.

      Jessica Langley

      Executive Director of Education and Provider Markets, NHA

      Recent Posts

      New CE: Allied Health Advocacy

      Allied health professionals are essential to the process of delivering quality patient care. Join us to see how allied health professionals make a critical difference in the health and well being of patients.                          

       


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      Transforming the Patient Experience through Health Coaching

      Most organizations are taking new and alternative approaches to address overwhelmed practitioners and frustrated patients who suffer from chronic conditions. A new model of healthcare being introduced into primary care practices uses a team-based approach and relies widely on health coaches to support the patient and the provider. Health coaches offer support and guidance to the patient transforming their experience and overall wellness.

      In this video presentation, Jessica Langley, Executive Director of Education and Advocacy for NHA, discusses the benefits of health coaching, as well as opportunities for MAs to expand their role, by offering the provider a greater level of support, while working alongside patients and families to become more proactive in their healthcare.                                                

       


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      Planting Roots in Team-Based Care: From People to Practice

       

      Has your organization planted roots in a team-based care delivery model? Whether you’re working towards transitioning to a team-base care model, or you’ve made the transition but you’re looking for solutions to unify your team to operate as efficiently and effectively as possible, then this session could be just what you and your organization are searching for.                                 

       


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      Is a healthcare apprenticeship right for you?

      How does an arrangement where you have the opportunity to get paid while also learning career-advancing skills sound to you? Too good to be true? Well it’s not.

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      How to be Seen as a Thought Leader in Your Job

      Does your team look to you for answers? Do patients seek and trust your expertise? Have you ever thought of yourself as an information pioneer, trailblazer or market disruptor? If you answered yes, chances are you could be seen as a thought leader on your team or within your organization.

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      Learn from those who lead: MA Leslie Day shares how to thrive in team-based care

      In team-based care, teams of healthcare professionals work together to ensure their patients’ health needs are being met and the right care is being delivered in the right place, at the right time, by the right person. The entire care team is in close contact, often with the medical assistant serving a centered role.

      This patient-centered approach is seeing success, and more and more care teams are adopting the model.

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      8 top allied healthcare industry news stories to keep you informed

      The health care industry changes fast. New regulations, big announcements, mergers, best-practices – it is all hard to keep up with. Don’t worry, we have a round up of the top breaking stories in allied healthcare. Get up-to-date on the industry’s most relevant news.

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      How the pharm tech role is evolving (and how to prepare)

      The role of the pharmacy technician is evolving. What used to be a strictly clerical role with desk duties is shifting into areas of greater complexity that require more specialized training and skills.

      This creates exciting opportunities for those who are already in the field, or those considering a new career in pharmacy tech. Employers are looking for candidates who have the training and professionalism required for this evolving role, and taking your education seriously can help you work your way up the professional ladder.

      Here’s what’s shifting now, and how you can excel during and after this transition.

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      Why pursue an allied health career?

      Thinking about starting a career as an allied health professional? Whether you’re interested in pursuing a profession as a medical assistant, phlebotomy technician, pharmacy technician or any other allied health position, here are some reasons this path is right for you.

      Job security

      Allied health is one of the fastest-growing job sectors in the U.S. economy. In fact, pharmacy technician, medical assistant and physician’s assistant were all listed in the 2016 US Bureau of Labor Statistics’ top 30 fastest-growing careers. (Source)

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      Resume tips for allied health professionals

      Healthcare employers are seeking qualified professionals. And although there’s an increase in demand, it remains a competitive industry due to the importance of the work.

      If you’re looking for a job as a medical assistant, phlebotomy technician, pharmacy technician, billing and coding specialist or other allied health profession, these resume-boosting tips will help you stand out.

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