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The Unsung Comedic Hero
Wanting to inject humor into tense medical situations but needing to remain professional
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I once tried to lighten the mood during a vaccination by saying, "Ready for a little poke?" Let's just say I learned the difference between a laughing patient and a squealing one.
The Human Multitool
Expected to perform a wide range of tasks beyond the job description
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Ever feel like a human Alexa at work? Patients come in, "Hey, Medical Assistant, what's the weather outside?" And you resist the urge to respond, "Cloudy with a chance of insurance confusion.
The Unappreciated Hero
Not getting enough credit for the vital role they play in patient care
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I once had a patient ask me, "Are you the real doctor?" I replied, "No, I'm the secret ingredient in your healthcare - the seasoning that makes it all taste better.
The Overworked Assistant
Dealing with too many patients and too little time
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They say laughter is the best medicine, but have they tried explaining a deductible to a patient with a straight face? That's a whole new level of therapeutic challenge.
The Office Diplomat
Navigating between patient demands, doctor's orders, and administrative chaos
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Sometimes I think my job description should include "Mind Reader." Patients walk in, say they have "a thing," and expect me to diagnose without giving any details. Yep, because "a thing" is in the medical textbooks.
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