The course is designed to provide students with the recognized standard techniques associated with collection, handling, and examination of laboratory specimens. Students will also gain experience in the protocol of basic tests that are routinely available in physicians offices and clinics. This course will develop medical language skills and knowledge necessary to edit, revise, and correctly transcribe basic medical dictation using medical references. Students will proofread, edit, and transcribe medical correspondence and reports. MOT 222 Students work at an approved training station a minimum of six hours per week.
Work experience is supervised.
The study and application of medicolegal concepts and ethics in medical careers. Students will be assisted with the direct application of skills and knowledge acquired in the classroom. Students will be assisted with the direct application of skills and knowledge acquired in the classroom. The focus of this externship will be on back office procedures such as but not limited to initial interviews, vital signs, phlebotomy, EKGs, and assisting with special procedures. These examinations are given with the intent of evaluating the competency of entry-level practitioners in medical assisting, therefore supporting quality care in the office or clinic.