Medical Assistant
The program cost may vary depending on factors such as where you live, how many transfer credits you have and whether you're eligible for financial aid.
Program length is the expected time to complete all requirements based on full-time enrollment.
Program Skills Taught:
- Anatomy, physiology, and pharmacology
- Clinical procedures and interpersonal skills
- Medical law, ethics, and HIPPA regulations
- Professional behavior and patient interface
- Basic office procedures and electronic record keeping
- Patient care responsibilities including recording medical histories, vital signs, and preparing patients for examination
- Assisting physicians during examinations and surgical procedures
- Conducting various laboratory tests and administering medications
- Performing diagnostic procedures like EKGs and dressings
- Providing patient education for compliance
Program Features:
- Work-simulated lab facilities on campus
- Off-campus clinical externship for hands-on training
- Eligibility for certification exams such as NCCT and AAMA
- Emphasis on clinical and administrative task competency
- Preparation for entry-level roles in various health care settings
Program Outcomes (2021-2022 Reporting Period):
- Retention Rate: 86%
- Placement Rate: 75%
For further details, contact MCINJ at 732-695-1190 or visit MCINJ's website.
Medical Career Institute (MCI) is a for-profit institution focusing on health career training in Ocean, New Jersey.
It offers programs in various health care disciplines, including Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Sterile Processing Technology, Cardiovascular Sonography, Medical Assistant, and Surgical Technology.
The institute is approved by the New Jersey Department of Education, Department of Labor and Workforce Development, and is accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) and the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
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