Students are introduced to the general duties of the medical assistant profession in the health care setting. This course provides instruction to students in administrative office procedures, as well as providing exercises in judgment, independent action, and coping with interruptions. Examples, explanations, and illustrations refer to medical material and situations. The increased importance of the computer and of other new technology in the medical office is emphasized throughout. This course includes interactive projects.
Outcomes
- Identify criminal and civil law as they apply to the practicing medical assistant
- Identify the components of the Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPAA)
- Identify types of verbal and nonverbal communication
- Identify different types of electronic technology used in professional communication
- Identify the role of the medical assistant as a patient navigator
- Define a variety of medical legal terms
- Identify personal and professional ethics and morals
- Respond to nonverbal communication
- Correctly use and pronounce medical terminology in health care interactions
- Demonstrate critical thinking skills utilizing a variety of job skills simulation activities
Prerequisites
Distribution
Professional Education
Campus
Downtown
Area of Study
Career Education