Which of the following is not a benefit of a practicum to the medical assistant student?

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Credit Hours Required: 41
Medical Assistant - Additional Program Information
Program Description:
Program Outcomes:
Accreditation:
Requirements & Specific Information:
Career Opportunities:
Transfer Pathways:
What is an advantage to a student of completing an accredited medical assisting program?
What is the most important role of the medical assistant in the clinical setting?
Why should a medical assistant ensure good personal hygiene?
What are three responsibilities of the medical assistant in room preparation?

Suggested sequence (may be modified to meet your needs):

Credit Hours Required: 41

Medical Assistant - Additional Program Information

Program Options
Credential	Title	Credit Hours Required	Notes
Associate of Applied Science	Medical Assistant	62
Certificate	Medical Assistant	41

Contact Information
Contact Title	Name	Phone	E-mail	Location
Professor	Janet Cellitti	586.286.2004		Center Campus
Professor	Delena Austin	586.286.2194		Center Campus

Program Description:

The Medical Assistant program is designed to prepare students with the necessary skills and abilities to assist physicians and providers in rendering professional services to patients. Employment may be available in private offices, clinics, hospitals, and federal and public health facilities. Students graduating from the Medical Assistant Certificate program are qualified to sit for the American Association of Medical Assistant’s (AAMA) National Certification exam to become a Certified Medical Assistant.[CMA (AAMA)]. The CMA (AAMA) credential is awarded to candidates who have successfully completed the CMA (AAMA) examination administered by the Certifying Board of the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA). Like other professional designations, the CMA (AAMA) credential is evidence of competence in a demanding field. Certified Medical Assistants [CMA (AAMA)] may benefit from broader career advancement opportunities and job security.

Program Outcomes:

Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:

1. Utilize appropriate anatomical structures to prepare patients for examination or procedures.

2. Apply appropriate health related mathematical computations.

3. Apply infection control procedures.

4. Outline components of nutrition, food pyramid, and therapeutic diets.

5. Communicate information to providers and patients.

6. Identify medical office administrative functions.

7. Differentiate finance practices.

8. Describe processes for third party reimbursement.

9. Perform diagnostic and procedural coding.

10. Differentiate between legal and ethical issues affecting healthcare including standard of practice and HIPPA.

11. Differentiate between ethical and moral issues affecting healthcare.

12. Describe safety and protective practices.

Accreditation:

The Medical Assistant Certificate Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (www.caahep.org) upon the recommendation of Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB).

Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs

25400 U.S. Highway 19 North, Suite 158

Clearwater, FL 33763

727-210-2350

www.caahep.org

Requirements & Specific Information:

Expenditures for the Student:

The student is responsible for the following expenditures which are not included within the program course fees:

criminal background check
drug screen
health history and physical, including immunizations and/or titers:
- MMR, influenza, Hepatitis B, Tdap, TB testing or chest x-ray
uniforms, white duty shoes, watch with a second hand, stethoscope and blood pressure cuff, lab kit
transportation to the practicum site, and medical and liability insurance

NOTE: It is highly suggested that students achieve an acceptable mathematics and reading placement test score to enter the Medical Assistant program.

All students must apply for their certificate and/or degree and submit the application form to Enrollment Services during the semester the certificate or degree will be earned.

Students must achieve grade “C” or better, or grade “Pass” (if the course is a Pass/Fail course) for all the Core and General Education courses in this program.

Career Opportunities:

Medical Assistant

Transfer Pathways:

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Transfer Opportunities

What is an advantage to a student of completing an accredited medical assisting program?

If you are serious about becoming a medical assistant, it just makes sense to take the extra step to become certified after completing your training program. Certification leads to higher pay, better choice in shifts, more opportunities for advancement, higher marketability, and so much more.

What is the most important role of the medical assistant in the clinical setting?

One of your most important tasks as a medical assistant is keeping patient medical records current. You'll enter a patient's weight and blood pressure and their pre-exam interview responses into a computer database.

Why should a medical assistant ensure good personal hygiene?

Assisting patients with basic hygiene not only creates a personal connection between the health care provider and the patient but also is vital to maintaining the patient's health. It is the responsibility of the health care professional to balance the proper amount of grooming.

What are three responsibilities of the medical assistant in room preparation?

Room Preparation The medical assistant is responsible for preparing the examination room, making sure the equipment and instruments are disinfected and sanitized, and the supplies are adequately stocked.