Medical Assistant

The Medical Assistant program at Northwest Kansas Technical College prepares students for entry-level roles in medical facilities by teaching a range of administrative and clinical skills. Students learn tasks such as appointment scheduling, patient reception, vital signs monitoring, lab tests, and more. The program emphasizes occupational risk management and job placement opportunities, with a high rate of successful employment for graduates. Accredited by CAAHEP and AAMA, the program covers essential topics like aseptic techniques, pharmacology, and ethical considerations. Graduates typically earn between $30,000 to $45,000 annually.

Key Skills Taught:
- Administrative and clinical duties
- Medical office applications
- ICD and CPT coding
- Phlebotomy and lab testing
- Aseptic techniques and infection control
- Patient preparation and assistance
- Ethical concepts
- Communication and reasoning skills
- Job application preparation

Learning Outcomes:
- Proficiency in medical office tasks
- Coding procedures and lab tests
- Knowledge of infection control and Pharmacology
- Patient preparation and physician assistance
- Ethical behavior and communication skills
- Resume and cover letter construction

Occupational Risks:
- Handling infectious diseases and sharps injuries
- Awareness of bloodborne pathogens and chemical exposure
- Emphasis on OSHA standards

Job Placement:
- 80% of graduates found employment in 2021
- Opportunities for advancement in various roles

Program Accreditation:
- Accredited by CAAHEP and AAMA

Projected Salary:
- Expected annual salary range of $30,000 to $45,000