A Day in the Life of a Medical Biller and Coder
A Day in the Life of a Medical Biller and Coder Medical billers and coders are responsible for maintaining patient records and using special codes to work with doctors and insurance companies. It’s a unique career opportunity that combines medical terminology with insurance and billing techniques. At the American College of Healthcare and Technology, a […]
8 Important Interview Tips
8 Important Interview Tips Getting a call for an interview once you’ve applied for a job is always exciting. It means you’re one step closer to getting hired and kicking off your career after graduating from the American College of Healthcare and Technology. But, an interview can either make or break your chances of landing […]
Tips for Moms Returning to School
Tips for Moms Returning to School Whether you’re a single mother or you and your partner are juggling a family together, making the choice to continue your education after having children is a great way to empower yourself. But, going back to school as a mom has a unique set of challenges. No one should […]
What to know during the externship process.
Have some questions about your upcoming externships? American College of Healthcare and Technology is here to help. We talked to career services to clear up some possible questions. Who should students get into contact with before they start their externships? You should be getting into contact with your career services representative. You can contact Lisa […]
The Great Benefits of Becoming a Medical Assistant
Medical assistants have been a critical part of the thriving healthcare industry since the formal establishment of medical assisting in the 1950’s. Becoming a medical assistant is a great path for those who are looking for a career in medicine. The need for qualified individuals in this field is great as doctors and nurses must […]
Pharmacy Technicians: Just What the Doctor Ordered
Pharmacy technicians typically work under the direction of a licensed pharmacist. Duties may include dispensing medication and providing information about these medications to customers, taking verbal prescriptions and doctor calls, filling medication and expense orders, handling expired credits and returns, and non-licensed pharmacy management. Pharmacy technicians typically work behind a pharmacy counter at a drugstore, […]
Prescription for a Healthy Future: Medical Coders are in Demand
Due to an extreme lack of medical coders, now is the perfect time to take the necessary steps to enter this career field. The shortage is being driven by the federal adoption of the new coding standard ICD-10. That standard was adopted a year ago, and the demand is still unprecedented. Why this job is […]
Veterinary Assistant program overview
Working with animals can be an enjoyable and rewarding experience, especially for those who are pet owners themselves. If you have a love of animals, then becoming a veterinary assistant is an excellent career path for you. Here at American College of Healthcare and Technology we have a course that will give you all the […]
Health Careers are in Demand – ACHT Can Help
You might think it takes a four-year degree to land a job in the medical field but that is simply not true. Here at American College of Healthcare and Technology, you can earn a certificate in as little as 8 months. When you choose ACHT as your place of learning, you will be well on […]
Top Reasons to Become a Surgical Technologist
Have you always wanted an exciting career where what you do daily truly makes a difference in people’s lives? By choosing the career path of a surgical technologist, you’ll become an integral part of any surgical team. As part of that team, you will change people’s lives for the better. Here are 5 great reasons […]