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of the objectives of the Medical Assistant Degree is to challenge the
student to utilize learned critical thinking skills necessary in today’s
work environment. The curriculum content encompasses oral and written
communication courses which will prepare the student to become an effective
communicator. This general education background combined with the technical
courses offered in the Medical Assistant program along with the college’s
“learn by doing” philosophy will prepare the student for the technical
demands of the new millennium.
The Associate Degree will provide the student with the competitive edge,
helping the student to become employable with more opportunities for
advancement. It will give the credentials needed to help him/her succeed in
the medical field.
Additional objectives of the program are to prepare the student for
entry-level employment in these and other positions: Medical Assistant, EKG
Technician, Phlebotomy Technician, Clinical Technician, Orderly, Ward Clerk,
Medical Secretary, Medical Data Entry Specialist, Transcriptionist,
Records/Insurance Clerk, and Medical Office Manager.
Medical Assistants qualify to take the Phlebotomy Registry (AMT), EKG
Certification (NAHP), and RMA Certification (AMT) and hold certifications in
First Aid and CPR. Graduates secure employment in hospitals, a variety of
doctor’s offices, clinical laboratories, medical supply companies, state
agencies, insurance companies, transcription organizations, and a variety of
other institutions that utilize clerical skills.
The objective of the Medical Assistant with an elective in Medical
Secretary is to center on medical clerical skills necessary to succeed in
the medical office environment. After completing this elective, the
student will be prepared to work in medical transcription, insurance
processing, and medical coding. The student will also learn to organize and
maintain records in medical offices or in a hospital environment.
Additional objectives of the program are to prepare the student for
entry-level employment in these and other positions: Medical Secretary,
Medical Administrative Assistant, Medical Billing Specialist, Medical
Scheduler, Medical Coder, Medical Transcriptionist, Electronic Medical
Records/Insurance Clerk, Medical Accounts Receivable Specialist, Medical
Office Clerical Coordinator, Hospital Unit Clerk, Medical Office Business
Manager, and Medical Data Entry Specialist.
Graduates secure positions in hospitals, a variety of doctor’s offices,
medical and insurance billing companies, state agencies, insurance
companies, transcription organizations, and a variety of other institutions
that utilize clerical skills.
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