Clinical Medical Assistant (450 hours) is a one-year program where students gain foundational knowledge in basic anatomy and physiology, medical ethics, medical asepsis, terminology, medical mathematics, and legal
responsibilities. Students also develop basic skills and techniques to assist the healthcare provider and/or other medical professionals in patient examinations, basic emergency care, simple laboratory tests, and administrative duties. Additionally, students explore medical assisting career pathways through Health Occupations Student Association (HOSA) and potential on-the-job clinical instruction and/or observation in a healthcare facility.

POSSIBLE CAREER PATHWAYS:
Transcriptionist, Lab Technician, Electrocardiogram Technician, Patient Care Partner, Medical Receptionist and/or Medical Records Clerk.

PROGRAM CONTENT:

• Demonstrating Workplace Readiness Which Enhances:
     • Personal Qualities & People Skills
     • Professional Knowledge & Skills
     • Technology Knowledge & Skills
• Examining All Aspects of An Industry
• Applying Fundamental Principles of Healthcare
• Performing Scheduling and Other Office Functions
• Managing Financial Transactions
• Communicating in the Workplace
• Maintaining Medical and Surgical Asepsis
• Preparing Treatment Room for Examination of Patient
• Conducting Patient Triage & Physical Examination
• Preparing Patient for Physical Examination
• Maintaining Sterile Equipment
• Performing Inventory Functions
• Demonstrating Knowledge and Use of Safety Practices
• Assisting Physician with Examination and Minor Surgical
• Procedures
• Providing First Aid and Emergency Care