Program Overview
Medical Assistant program provides training in both administrative and clinical procedures. This program is for entry-level professionals desiring to work in hospitals, clinics, doctor’s offices, and other healthcare settings. Medical Assistants have always been critical employees in the health care system. The need for Medical Assistants has become more critical as the industry expands the use of technology and our population ages.
This curriculum is approved by the NHA (National Healthcare Association), NCCT (National Center for Competency Testing) and AMT (American Medical Technologists Certification Agency).
Entrance Requirements
- You need to be at least 18 years old
- Minimum High School Diploma or Equivalency Diploma (GED)
- If you do not have a High School Diploma or G.E.D, you can pass an Entrance Exam (exam is free of charge). You need to schedule this test during your appointment with our Admissions Advisor. Please note that candidates without HS/GED diploma are not eligible for financial aid.
Why Become a Medical Assistant?
Becoming a Medical Assistant means playing a key role in ensuring patients receive top-notch care from the moment they walk into a healthcare facility until they leave. As a Medical Assistant, you’ll be at the heart of patient care, supporting doctors and nurses while making a positive impact on patients’ lives.
This career offers both professional growth and personal fulfillment. Upon graduating from our program, you’ll not only gain the skills necessary to begin your career in healthcare, but you’ll also lay the foundation for advancing into other exciting positions within the medical field.
Our Medical Assistant program provides you with the essential knowledge and hands-on experience to get started in a rewarding career where you’ll help others while building a future in healthcare.
Please visit our post Medical Assistant Salary in New York to see average salary and hourly wage for Medical Assistants in NYC.
Certifications
Graduates from our Medical Assistant (MA) program are prepared for the following certifications endorsed by the National Healthcare Association (NHA):
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
- Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA)
- Certified EKG Technician (CET)
- Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT)
Basic Duties of a Medical Assistant
Medical Assistants are essential team members in the healthcare field, playing a pivotal role in ensuring smooth operations and excellent patient care. Their responsibilities can vary widely depending on the medical specialty and employer needs, encompassing both administrative and clinical tasks.
Some of the key duties Medical Assistants may perform include:
- Welcome patients
- Answer phones, billing and medical correspondence
- Schedule patient appointments
- Review patient’s medical history
- Verify patient insurance information and pre-authorizations
- Complete insurance forms
- Use Medical Billing software such as MediSoft
- Measure and record vital signs
- Perform phlebotomy and EKGs
- Prepare patients and rooms for examinations and procedures, including the sterilization of equipment
- Assist doctors during patient examinations.
- Complete medical procedures such as remove stitches (sutures)
Topics covered in our Medical Assistant Program
- Introduction to Computers & MS Word
- Effective Written Communication
- Anatomy, Physiology & Medical Terminology
- Medical Office Administrative Procedures
- Effective Patient Relations
- Medical Insurance and Medical Billing
- Medical Office Clinical Practices
- Phlebotomy & EKG
- Externship (250 hrs)
