We know you work hard to support your family, and you’re good at it. But you know what else? You deserve to be happy too. You deserve the opportunity to be successful and make a positive difference in the world. If you’re tired of bouncing from one low paying, unsatisfying job to the next, consider becoming a health care aide. … Read More
Senior Care: Why We Need Care Aides
We’re all taught from childhood that it’s important to be kind to others. We even call it “the golden rule” – treat others as you would like to be treated. When you get into your elder years, how would you like to be treated? Chances are, you’d like to have your basic needs, like housing, mobility, hygiene, nutrition, and socialization, … Read More
How 3D Printing is Revolutionizing the Healthcare Industry
Additive manufacturing, or 3D printing as it’s more commonly known, is revolutionizing the healthcare industry. As 3D printing in the healthcare industry reaches its full potential in the coming years, we will witness truly mind-boggling applications. It won’t be long before 3D printing basics will be included in the curricula of medical and healthcare schools in Calgary! The present and the … Read More
The Importance of Sterile Equipment and Supplies: Learn to be a Medical Device Reprocessing Technician at ABES medical school in Calgary
Medical device reprocessing (MDR) technicians perform an indispensable service in all medical establishments that carry out surgical or other medical procedures. MDR is the foundation upon which the entire chain of medical procedures rests; without impeccably clean and sterile equipment, everything grinds to a halt! Here is a look at what medical device reprocessing technicians do: Why are MDR technicians so important … Read More
Top 5 Key Benefits of Learning in a Hands-On Environment
“Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn.” – Benjamin Franklin Benjamin Franklin knew what modern science now substantiates: we learn best from direct experiences that involve both mind and body. Hands-on learning is beneficial for all students, but is essential for kinaesthetic learners and can also be very useful for those who don’t … Read More
What Does a Medical Laboratory Assistant Do?
If you enjoy working with the public and have excellent analytical skills, consider a career as a medical lab assistant in Edmonton. A medical lab assistant is a skilled individual trained to perform laboratory tests and operate lab equipment. They take tissue samples, blood and other bodily fluids from patients. They ensure that all specimens are labelled correctly and prepare them for … Read More