Clinical Medical Assistant Technology - New England Institute of Technology

Clinical Medical Assistant Technology from New England Institute of Technology is a Campus Associate Clinical Laboratory degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. Clinical Medical Assistant Technology is an associate degree program offering a focused training in clinical patient care skills needed in today?s rapidly changing medical environment. An introduction to basic administrative skills common to the field is included. Clinically, students learn about the human body as a whole, functioning unit; about providing the best in patient care; and about diagnostic techniques. Clinical courses are competency-based with the student afforded the opportunity to practice in small classes with high tech medical equipment until competent. Skills such as therapeutic ultrasound, automated blood chemistries, medication administration by all routes, phlebotomy and computerized diagnostic multichannel EKGs are included. Extensive hands-on laboratory experience is also included. Realistic clinical experience is gained in the medical community during 180 hours spent in the role of entry-level Clinical Medical Assistant in a facility chosen by the student during the last 2 quarters. Administratively, students gain an understanding of the changing health care system of the United States and its business aspects, such as the scheduling and tracking of patients; billing and charging; and the preparation of medical reports. At the conclusion of the program the student is able to perform patient care skills, laboratory skills and diagnostic testing commonly done in a physician\\\'s office, clinic or laboratory on each of the body systems and with the further ability to manage administrative aspects of a modern medical environment. Students completing the program are eligible to take a national certification exam. Graduates may work in an individual physician?s office, urgent care facility, or in a larger organization such as a hospital or health maintenance organization. Medical Assistants are in the top 10 fastest growing fields according to the U.S. Department of Labor statistics. View more details on New England Institute of Technology . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Clinical Laboratory courses.