Upon completion, the student should be able to communicate effectively using medical terminology. This course introduces students to standard medical reports, correspondence, and related documents transcribed in a medical environment. Emphasis is on transcribing medical records and operating a transcribing machine. Upon completion, the student should be able to accurately transcribe medical documents from dictated recordings. This course is designed to develop skills in medical transcription.
Emphasis is on diagnostic studies and laboratory, radiology, and pathology reports.
Upon completion, the student should be able to demonstrate proficiency in the preparation of a variety of reports and forms used in the medical environment. This course focuses on the responsibilities of professional support personnel in a medical environment. Emphasis is on medical terms, the production of appropriate forms and reports, and office procedures and practices. Upon completion, the student should be able to perform office support tasks required for employment in a medical environment. This course focuses on the structure, analysis and management of medical records.