Medical Assisting

The Medical Assisting Program at Huntington Junior College provides students with a diverse skill set encompassing patient care and administrative tasks essential for a career as a Medical Assistant.

Skills Taught:
- Patient Care:
- Assisting physicians during procedures and exams
- Explaining treatments and procedures to patients
- Preparing patients for examinations
- Performing basic laboratory tests, including blood draws
- Administering medications, including vaccinations/immunizations
- Taking electrocardiograms
- Wound care and changing dressings

- Administrative Tasks:
- Updating and filing patient records
- Coding and filling out insurance forms
- Arranging for hospital admissions and laboratory services

Program Features:
- Practical Training:
- Hands-on experience in administering EKGs, drawing blood, understanding medication, and more
- Practicum in a supervised healthcare setting to apply learned skills

- Online Classroom:
- Access to virtual learning environment
- Opportunities for online engagement and resources

- Student Portal:
- Centralized platform for student information and services

- Career Services:
- Support for students in career development and job placement

- Financial Aid Assistance:
- Guidance on completing FAFSA and exploring scholarships and grants

This program prepares students for roles in healthcare by combining clinical and administrative skills needed for success as Medical Assistants.