Medical Office Assistant

About

The mission of the Medical Office Assistant program is to provide the students with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform both administrative and clinical services for patients.

Training for the program includes classroom theory and testing as well as clinical opportunities. Clinical experiences include a variety of general and specialty practices. The Medical Office Assistant program provides students with the knowledge and skills needed for 5 nationally recognized certifications as well as prepares students to go to work as healthcare professionals in doctor's offices, medical clinics hospitals, and specialty practices.

 

Overview

Information Detail
Time Commitment Full Time
Typical Program Length 12 Months
Clock Hours 1,296
Class Type Day
Credentials Diploma
Total Tuition/Fees $3,951.00
Textbook/Supplies Cost $2,871.25

Program Credentials

Option NameHoursCredentials
Medical Receptionist432Certificate
Medical Office Assistant1296Diploma

Before You Apply, You Need to Know This:

  • You must pass the HESI admission exam or have equivalent ACT scores.
  • You must apply to the program online.
  • Applicants must be capable of passing a physical examination by a licensed physician or other approved health care professional.
  • Applicants must be able to pass a drug screen and national background check. Applicants will be notified by the school when these must be conducted .
  • Applicants must be able to pass a Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (CPR) class and obtain a certification card.
  • Applicants must be able to provide an immunization record to the Health Sciences Coordinator.

Campus Locations

Main Campus
1745 Harriman Highway
Harriman, TN 37748

Curriculum/Courses

First Trimester: 
Worker Characteristics
Intro to Medical Assisting
Medical Terminology
Insurance
Professional Adjustments
Medical Office Procedures
Business Math
Business Communications
Externship
Second Trimester: 
Worker Characteristics
Billing and Coding
Phlebotomy
EKG
Anatomy and Physiology
Patient Care I
Third Trimester: 
Worker Characteristics
First Aid and Triage
Administration of Medication
Mental Health
Maternity and Child
Human Diseases & Pharmacology
Work Based Learning

Certifications

*Upon successful completion of first trimester coursework and Billing and Coding course, students are eligible to sit for the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant exam.
*Upon successful completion of the Phlebotomy course and 40 successful venipuncture sticks, students are eligible to sit for the Certified Phlebotomy Technician exam.
*Upon successful completion of the EKG course, students are eligible to sit for the Certified EKG Technician exam.
*Upon successful completion of first trimester coursework and Billing and Coding course, students are eligible to sit for the Certified Billing and Coding Specialist exam.
*Upon successful completion of program, students are eligible to sit for the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant exam.

Books and Supplies Lists

Instructors

Jennifer Silcox
865-882-6703
Frances Henderson
865-882-6703

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