Medical Assistant Students in the Medical Assistant Program study: - medical terminology
- anatomy
- physiology
- pathology
- clinical decision-making
- basic nursing arts functions
- patient education
- sepsis/asepsis
- bandaging
- diagnostic testing
- pharmacology
- administrative procedures
- law/ethics
- insurance coding/billing
- basic office operations
Coordinated internships are an integral part of the programs as are courses in English and speech. The medical assistant is trained to function in a variety of health care settings. Students should check the special admission requirements in the: Graduate CareersStudents will find employment in: - physician offices
- hospitals
- urgent care settings
- long-term care facilities
Positions include admissions, records, business office and clinical functions. Transfer opportunities exist.
Required Courses and Semester PlanFacultyPat Diem, RN has many years of experience in health care in a variety of settings including hospital, long term care and health department environments. She has worked as a staff nurse, LPN instructor, pediatric and ER nurse.
Further InformationYou may wish to visit the Department of Labor's Occupational Outlook Handbook online. Keyword(s): Medical Assistant
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