Medical Assistant Training - Branford Hall Career Institute - Springfield MA

Medical Assistant Training from Branford Hall Career Institute - Springfield MA is a Campus Certificate Health Administration degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. Medical assistants perform a wide variety of clinical , administrative, and human relations functions, which keep physicians' offices, clinics, and other medical practices running smoothly. This program is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, patient care procedures, pharmacology, medical office procedures, communication skills, as well as computer skills. Clinical duties performed by medical assistants can include: * Taking medical histories and recording vital signs * Explaining treatment procedures to patients * Preparing patients for examination * Assisting the physician during the examination * Sterilize medical instruments * Collect and prepare laboratory specimens * Instruct patients about medications and special diets * Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician * Authorize drug refills as directed * Phlebotomy * Administer EKG's * Remove sutures * Change dressings * The medical assisting program includes an externship, enabling the student to gain real-world experience before graduation. View more details on Branford Hall Career Institute - Springfield Campus . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Health Administration courses.