Medical Assistant

MAA  143            Medical Transcription  I        4 cr

This course provides the student with skills in medical transcription by transcribing actual dictated reports from various medical specialties. A variety of medical transcription experiences ins provided with special emphasis on medical report formatting and medical letter style. Upon successful completion, the student is prepared to meet or exceed entry-level skills required by clinics or hospitals. (Spring) Pre-requisites: BUS 102, HTH 106, HTH 130

maA  201            Medical Assistant Administrative  AND CLINICAL SKILLS   I   4 CR

This is an introductory course for the Medical Assistant program. The role of the medical assistant in healthcare will be explored. Medical office procedures and customer service will be discussed. Administrative and clinical competencies are presented. Students will be required to demonstrate proficiency in these skills. In addition, a study of nutrition and exercise, along with patient education completes the course. (Spring)   

 

MAA 212  Medical assistant clinical skills II                     5 cr

 

The course provides medical assistant student with lecture theory and hands-on skills regarding the protocols of patient care.  Multiple specialized areas of training are addressed including assisting the physician with cardiovascular, pulmonary, ophthalmology, otorhinolaryngology, gastroenterology, pediatrics, neurology, dermatology, orthopedic and urology procedures. Instruction in advanced clinical techniques provides the student in applying the principles of Pharmacology, administering medications, and assisting with minor surgical procedures. Included are: legal implications, safety, warnings/caution, documentation, and ethical considerations. In addition, a study of nutrition and exercise, along with patient education completes the course. (Fall) Pre-requisites: HTH 109, HTH 130, HTH 106

MAA  218            Medical Office        3 cr

The student will learn the general flow of information in the medical office using the MediSoft Patient Accounting system. This system includes appointment scheduling, gathering patient data, posting charges/payments/adjustments, submitting claims, claims management, understanding the various third-party payors (Medicare, Medicaid, Blue Cross, Work Comp, etc...), medical coding (IDC-9, CPT, RVS, DRG), medical records filing/handling, telephone skills, manual bookkeeping procedures, payroll processing, handling of petty cash. (Spring)

MAA  222            MEDICAL ASSISTANT LABORATORY       4 CR    

This course introduces the student to basic laboratory concepts and techniques used in a medical laboratory. Definition of the medical assistant’s role in assisting with clinical laboratory testing will be discussed. Procedures covered include, but are not limited to, phlebotomy, collection and preparation of clinical laboratory specimens, performing basic laboratory waive testing, and reporting  patient results of testing. Clinical application of skills is mandatory. (Fall)

MAA  225            MEDICAL ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATIVE  AND CLINICAL PRACTICUM  6 CR

Application of the theories and administrative and clinical skills acquired from the successful completion of the Medical Assistant Curriculum are demonstrated. You will be working in a clinical facility under the direct supervision of professional personnel. You will observe and perform procedures appropriate for your role. This course requires NO LESS than 160 hours of clinical time during the practicum. Students will be assigned to a six to seven week clinical rotation.  Students participating in the clinical practicum do so as a non-paid work experience.         Pre-requisites: MAA 222, MAA 212, MAA 201, MAA 143, Maa 218.

MAA  250            SELECTED STUDIES        1-4 CR         

Topics will reflect particular competencies of the faculty, and will consider the needs and requests of the student. (Fall, Spring)

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