Course Description
This course prepares students for a broad range of skills that make medical assistants versatile and valuable to any healthcare team. Students will learn skills to perform duties from the front office to the back office. Core topices include principles of allied health, anatomy & physiology, medical terminology, medical assistant office procedures, pharmacology, clinical lab procedures & phlebotomy, clinical procedures, medical law & ethics and communications, advanced laboratory procedures & minor medical office surgeries. This course requires students to participate in a clinical externship. Upon completion, the student will have the knowledge to sit for industry-recognized certifications.
Employment Opportunities
Upon completion of this course, and NHA certification for Clinical Medical Assistant students are able to apply for positions in physician practices.
Instructional Format
Seated with clinical externships. Class meets at the Yadkin Center.
Contact
Dr. Yvonne Johnson
Dean of Health Sciences
Email: johnsony@surry.edu
Phone: (336) 386-3368
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