Gateway Technical College Medical Assistant Elkhorn, Wisconsin

The Medical Assistant program at Gateway Technical College focuses on equipping students with clinical, administrative, laboratory, medical knowledge, and professionalism skills necessary for success in health care settings.

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Skills Taught:

• Clinical Skills: Basic examining room skills, vital signs, blood draw, injections, minor surgeries, patient preparation
• Administrative Skills: Office management, scheduling, record keeping, medical coding, inventory management
• Laboratory Procedures: Specimen collection, microbiology, urinalysis, phlebotomy, lab testing
• Medical Knowledge: Medical terminology, diseases, treatment, pharmacology
• Professionalism: Ethical behavior, confidentiality, legal aspects of medical records

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Features Offered:

• Real-World Experience: 160 hours of clinic practicum
• Certification: Opportunity for American Medical Technologists RMA exam
• Technology Integration: EKG machines, venipuncture tools, lab test kits
• Flexible Learning: Hybrid format with online courses
• Career Pathway: Preparation for Certified Medical Assistant role or further education

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Career Opportunities:

Upon program completion, students can pursue roles like Certified Medical Assistant, Medical Assistant, or other health care positions, supported by the acquired skills and knowledge.

The program length for the Medical Assistant program at Gateway Technical College is 9 months.