Medical Assistant CIP Code 51.0801 – Competency Records Possible Careers Medical Assistants Pharmacy Technician EKG Technicians Phlebotomist Physician Assistant Registered Nurse Licensed Practical Nurse Receptionists & Information Clerks Occupational Therapist Physical Therapist Pharmacist Certified Emergency Medical Technician Radiology Technologist Physician Laboratory Technologist Potential Certifications CCMA (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant) CET (Certified EKG Technician) OSHA – Healthcare Blood Borne Pathogen AHA First Aid AHA BLS CPR Articulated Credits Local Articulation Agreements Mrs. Scheidler Program Overview Medical Assistants work in the offices of physicians, podiatrists, urgent care center, chiropractors, and other health practitioners. They assist doctors and physicians, take patient history, assist with procedures, manage online medical records, measure vital signs, give injections, schedule appointments and administer laboratory tests. In addition to obtaining a Medical Assistant certification, this program offers the hands on skills that prepare students to pursue careers in medicine, nursing and other allied health professions. Skill Alignment Chart (Click to Expand) Educational & Physical Attributes Expectations Program Safety & Physical Considerations Emotional & mental stability Empathy to understand the pains & suffering of others Good personal hygiene–hair pulled back, no artificial nails, facial piercings removed, no dangling earrings nor visible tattoos Lift heavy objects/people Not disturbed by instances such as bodily fluids, surgeries, injections & traumatic situations Prolonged standing, bending & stooping Clearances required Essential APTITUDES for this lab–Recommended Levels Basic Chemistry, Anatomy/Physiology, Biology Ability to work with a team Focus and Motivation to accomplish tasks and goals. Complex problem solving Social perceptiveness Service orientation Reading Explain the main ideas or draw accurate conclusions after reading text Follow a complex multi–step procedure independently Evaluate how an author’s point of view or purpose shapes the content and style of a text Analyze and evaluate the effectiveness of the structure an author uses in his or her exposition or argument Evaluate how words and phrases shape meaning and tone in texts Comprehend written text and apply it to understand tables, charts, and other visuals Learn and apply content–specific symbols, abbreviations, and acronyms correctly Apply content–specific vocabulary correctly Identify and explain how different ideas connect throughout text Read and understand diagnostic and medical data to solve a problem Compare & contrast information in a text Summarize information from different written resources Evaluate credibility of sources Actively seek out highly reputable sources By the end of grades 9–10 & 11–12 read & comprehend technical texts independently & proficiently Textbook: Comprehensive Medical Assisting, Fifth Edition, Average grade reading level: 14.63 Writing Write with a sharp, distinct focus identifying topic, task, and audience Develop and analyze the topic with relevant, well–chosen, and sufficient facts, extended definitions, concrete details, and quotations Organize complex ideas, concepts, and information so that each new element builds on that which precedes it to create a whole Use precise language, domain–specific vocabulary, a formal style, and objective tone to manage the complexity of the topic. Produce clear & coherent writing Distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims; develop claim(s) fairly, supplying evidence for each while pointing out the strengths and limitations of both in a manner that anticipates the audience’s knowledge level and concerns Develop and strengthen writing by brainstorming, revising, editing & rewriting Write with awareness to audience using program–specific vocabulary Write routinely over short/long time frames for a range of tasks, purposes & audiences Clearly convey with precision step–by–step work completed Write fast–paced, accurate documentation Use technology to produce, publish or share writing Math Levels Numbers and Operations: Grade 6 – Fluency in operations with whole numbers and decimals Grade 6 – Fraction computations Grade 6 – Representing negative values Grade 7 – Fraction to decimal conversion Grade 7 – Percent and ratio problems Grade 8 – Decimals to rational number (fraction) conversion Algebra 1 – Problem solving with real world units, including conversions Measurement: NG – Units: English, Metric, and Apothecary Precision: Nearest mm or ¼ inch Grade 6 – Unit conversion within and between measuring systems Algebraic Concepts: Algebra 1 – Analyze graphs – include those with different scales Data and Probability: Grade 6 – Mean, median, mode, range, interquartile range, and mean absolute deviation Grade 8 – Scatterplots – create then use to find patterns and identify line of best fit Grade 8 – Investigate relationships between two sets of data Algebra 1 – Interpret data on various displays – use to make predictions Theory Time 1.5 hours/day Homework 4 hours/week Lab Time 5 hours/day Tests 12 per quarter NOCTI (mandatory for all CTE programs) Industry certifications Medical Assistant Certification OSHA 10 AHA–BLS Provider POS Academics and Electives Recommended College Prep English & Math are part of the DCTS program Study & Other Skills Attention to detail is extremely important Basic computer & keyboarding skills Excellent note taking & listening skills Pleasant Demeanor Promptness and punctuality Technology Skills/Knowledge Navigate and use school–issued laptop Web navigation Email management Perform basic computer applications including spreadsheets, presentations, and publishing Navigate and use electronic medical databases Navigate learning management system and instructional technology tools Video conferencing Certifications Offered Medical Assistant Certification OSHA 10 AHA–BLS Provider Post–Secondary Options and Continuing Ed Employment EMT Medical Office Assistant Pharmacy Techician B.A. Nursing (RN) Biology Occupational Therapy Physical Therapy Health Care Administration Radiology/Ultrasound Physician Assistant (requires graduate work) Pharmacist (requires graduate work) Associates Medical Laboratory Technician Occupational Therapist Assistant Physical Therapist Assistant Radiology Licensed Practical Nurse Certification Programs Pharmacy Technician Phlebotomist EKG Technician ER Technician ER Scribe
