Medical Assisting - New River Community and Technical College

Medical Assisting from New River Community and Technical College is a Campus Certificate Health Aide degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. This program is designed to prepare graduates to be multi-skilled Medical Assistants who work with and under the direction of a physician in clinical and administrative aspects of the physician?s office or other medical setting. This specialized certificate program will focus on clinical techniques including examining room procedures, obtaining vital signs and medical histories, performing routine laboratory procedures, sterilizing and maintaining equipment, and the proper technique for administering medications as directed by the physician, combined with administrative functions and duties. As a unique feature of the program, students will complete clinical rotations in a physician?s office, clinic or related health care facility under the supervision of a physician, nurse, or health service professional. Upon successful completion of this program, the student should be able to: Function in a health care setting by providing clinical and administrative skills in a medical setting. Prepare and maintain the examination treatment area under the supervision of a physician. Use computer technology and administrative skills in a health care environment. Coordinate a successful job search. View more details on New River Community and Technical College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Health Aide courses.