The Medical Assistant Program at Healthcare Career Center in Norwalk, CA provides training in essential skills for aspiring medical assistants, including patient care, administrative tasks, and basic medical procedures.
Key Skills Taught:
- Answering phone calls and scheduling patient appointments
- Preparing and filing patient records
- Assisting doctors with patient examinations
- Performing vital signs and basic laboratory procedures
- Administering medications as ordered
- Preparing patients for exams and procedures
Program Features:
- Classes offered in the morning, afternoon, and evening
- Program duration: 27 weeks
- Requirements: 18 years or older, high school diploma or equivalent, successful interview with the admission committee
- Externship requirements: Negative PPD test or chest X-Ray report, complete physical examination report, proof of immunization
For enrollment or further details, reach out to Healthcare Career Center at 562-868-0946.
The program length for the Medical Assisting course is 27 weeks.
The Healthcare Career Center is a resource dedicated to connecting health care employers with top talent in all disciplines. It provides various services to assist individuals in their job search process, including personalized career coaching, resume preparation, and interview strategies. The center also hosts workshops and events to facilitate career planning and exploration.
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