A Day in the Life of a Veterinary Assistant
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work as a veterinary assistant? We spent some time at VCA Phoenix West Animal Hospital to learn what a typical day is like for a veterinary assistant with graduates from Carrington College. “I love animals, I grew up watching Animal Planet and I had a farm and […]
4 Dental Jobs You Need to Know About in 2016
Guess what everybody has at some point in their lives – teeth! We all need them cleaned and checked to make sure they’re in tip top shape. If you’ve seen someone who isn’t a big fan of oral hygiene…you know that’s not the way to go. Fortunately, most people get that brushing is important. Did […]
How to Create a LinkedIn Profile: Q&A with Career Expert Donna Svei
This month we spoke with Donna Svei, a career search expert who specializes in helping job seekers improve their resumes and LinkedIn profiles and started the blog the AvidCareerist. We all know how fun social media can be but it’s not just a way to share cute photos of baby sloths or tweet your #AwkwardBreakup […]
Dentist ranked No.1 on Best Health Care Jobs list
Factors such as the aging baby boomer population and the increase in the number of people with chronic diseases like diabetes and obesity are driving up demand for health care professionals across all medical industries. One medical profession that is seeing major growth is dentistry. The need for dentists, dental assistants and hygienists is increasing […]
7 Fastest Growing Jobs in Health Care
There’s no question that the health care industry is booming. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the U.S. is on track to add 5.6 million health care jobs between 2010 and 2020 – that’s the largest projected increase of any industry. What may surprise you, however, is that some careers in health care are […]
Control your body language when talking to patients
Whether you are well into your nursing career or are just beginning a job in medical assisting, it’s important to constantly be aware of your body language when interacting with patients. While what you say is certainly important, sometimes how you say it can be just as crucial when you are trying to display empathy […]
Top tips for scoring a job as a vet tech
Have you been thinking about pursuing a career in veterinary technology? If you are already enrolled in a veterinary technician program, then you are well on your way. Vet techs have the opportunity to work directly with animals and assist veterinarians in their duties.1 Before you begin applying for jobs, use these tips to boost […]