Medical Assistant

Develop positive professional relationships with patients, and gain the expertise in medical terminology, ethics, charting, common disease disorders for each body system, and the structure and function of body systems
Perform medical procedures with confidence including, venipuncture, electrocardiograms, visual and hearing screenings, pulse oximetry, ear lavage, and assist in minor surgeries and patient exams
Manage a wellness clinic scheduling appointments, assisting with patient education, processing referrals, working with insurance companies, and maintaining medical records
Complete an externship delivering patient care in a clinic or medical office as a member of a healthcare team

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Eligibility:

Grade 12
*Successfully complete Healthcare Foundations or an approved alternative prerequisite at your home high school (Speak with your counselor or a JTED counselor for details)
Take a placement test
Be able to obtain fingerprint clearance, and pass drug testing and background checks
Arizona’s state regulatory agencies may require a valid Social Security number for externship, testing, and to become a Registered Medical Assistant.
No high school diploma or GED before May 2019.

Credits: 4/year

Meeting times:
JTED @ Master Pieces: Mon-Thur 2:45 – 6:45 p.m.
+ Open Lab Fri 12 – 5 p.m., + Summer 2019 160-hour externship

Certifications: CPR/First Aid, Registered Medical Assistant

Uniforms and supplies required

CTSO: HOSA

Eligibility:

Grade 11
Take a placement test
Be able to obtain fingerprint clearance, and pass drug testing and background checks
Arizona’s state regulatory agencies may require a valid Social Security number for externship, testing, and to become a Registered Medical Assistant.
No high school diploma or GED before May 2019.

Credits: 4/year

Meeting times:
JTED @ Empire: First Year Mon-Fri 1:20 – 3:20 p.m.
+ Open Lab Fri 12 – 5 p.m., + Summer 2019 160-hour externship

JTED @ Empire: Second Year Mon-Thur 2:45 – 6:45 p.m.
+ Open Lab Fri 12 – 5 p.m., + Summer 2020 200-hour externship

Certifications: Registered Medical Assistant, Registered Phlebotomy Technician, Certified Medical Administrative Specialist

Uniforms and supplies required

CTSO: HOSA

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