Medical Assistant
Medical assistants work primarily in physician offices or ambulatory care clinics. The medical assistant is trained in various aspects of the medical office, including clinical, laboratory, and administrative procedures. Responsibilities might include obtaining a health history, preparing the patient for physical examination, assisting with the exam, assisting with minor surgery, performing routine CLIA-waived tests, disinfecting, and sterilizing instruments. With theory-based content online you can focus on skills practice and assessment during your open lab time. After the competition of this program, students are eligible to become a Certified Medical Assistant.