Medical Assistants perform a wide variety of clinical, administrative, and human relations functions, which keep physicians’ offices, clinics, and other medical practices running smoothly.

This program is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, patient care procedures, pharmacology, medical office procedures, communication skills, as well as computer skills.

Clinical duties performed by medical assistants can include:

• Taking medical histories and recording vital signs
• Explaining treatment procedures to patients
• Preparing patients for examination
• Assisting the physician during the examination
• Sterilize medical instruments
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens
• Instruct patients about medications and special diets
• Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician
• Authorize drug refills as directed
• Phlebotomy
• Administer EKGs
• Remove sutures
• Change dressings
• The medical assisting program includes an externship, enabling the student to gain real-world experience before graduation.