Medical Assistant CIP Code51.0801 – Competency RecordsPossible CareersMedical AssistantsPharmacy TechnicianEKG TechniciansPhlebotomistPhysician AssistantRegistered NurseLicensed Practical NurseReceptionists & Information ClerksOccupational TherapistPhysical TherapistPharmacistCertified Emergency Medical TechnicianRadiology TechnologistPhysicianLaboratory TechnologistPotential CertificationsCCMA (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant)CET (Certified EKG Technician)OSHA – HealthcareBlood Borne PathogenAHA First AidAHA BLS CPRArticulated CreditsLocal Articulation Agreements Mrs. ScheidlerProgram OverviewMedical 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 AttributesExpectationsProgram Safety & Physical ConsiderationsEmotional & mental stabilityEmpathy to understand the pains & suffering of othersGood personal hygiene–hair pulled back, no artificial nails, facial piercings removed, no dangling earrings nor visible tattoosLift heavy objects/peopleNot disturbed by instances such as bodily fluids, surgeries, injections & traumatic situationsProlonged standing, bending & stoopingClearances requiredEssential APTITUDES for this lab–Recommended LevelsBasic Chemistry, Anatomy/Physiology, BiologyAbility to work with a teamFocus and Motivation to accomplish tasks and goals.Complex problem solvingSocial perceptivenessService orientationReading Explain the main ideas or draw accurate conclusions after reading textFollow a complex multi–step procedure independentlyEvaluate how an author’s point of view or purpose shapes the content and style of a textAnalyze and evaluate the effectiveness of the structure an author uses in his or her exposition or argumentEvaluate how words and phrases shape meaning and tone in textsComprehend written text and apply it to understand tables, charts, and other visualsLearn and apply content–specific symbols, abbreviations, and acronyms correctlyApply content–specific vocabulary correctlyIdentify and explain how different ideas connect throughout textRead and understand diagnostic and medical data to solve a problemCompare & contrast information in a textSummarize information from different written resourcesEvaluate credibility of sourcesActively seek out highly reputable sourcesBy the end of grades 9–10 & 11–12 read & comprehend technical texts independently & proficientlyTextbook: Comprehensive Medical Assisting, Fifth Edition, Average grade reading level: 14.63WritingWrite with a sharp, distinct focus identifying topic, task, and audienceDevelop and analyze the topic with relevant, well–chosen, and sufficient facts, extended definitions, concrete details, and quotationsOrganize complex ideas, concepts, and information so that each new element builds on that which precedes it to create a wholeUse precise language, domain–specific vocabulary, a formal style, and objective tone to manage the complexity of the topic.Produce clear & coherent writingDistinguish 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 concernsDevelop and strengthen writing by brainstorming, revising, editing & rewritingWrite with awareness to audience using program–specific vocabularyWrite routinely over short/long time frames for a range of tasks, purposes & audiencesClearly convey with precision step–by–step work completedWrite fast–paced, accurate documentationUse technology to produce, publish or share writingMath LevelsNumbers and Operations:Grade 6 – Fluency in operations with whole numbers and decimalsGrade 6 – Fraction computationsGrade 6 – Representing negative valuesGrade 7 – Fraction to decimal conversionGrade 7 – Percent and ratio problemsGrade 8 – Decimals to rational number (fraction) conversionAlgebra 1 – Problem solving with real world units, including conversionsMeasurement:NG – Units: English, Metric, and Apothecary Precision: Nearest mm or ¼ inchGrade 6 – Unit conversion within and between measuring systemsAlgebraic Concepts:Algebra 1 – Analyze graphs – include those with different scalesData and Probability:Grade 6 – Mean, median, mode, range, interquartile range, and mean absolute deviationGrade 8 – Scatterplots – create then use to find patterns and identify line of best fitGrade 8 – Investigate relationships between two sets of dataAlgebra 1 – Interpret data on various displays – use to make predictionsTheory Time1.5 hours/dayHomework4 hours/weekLab Time5 hours/dayTests12 per quarterNOCTI (mandatory for all CTE programs)Industry certificationsMedical Assistant CertificationOSHA 10AHA–BLS ProviderPOS Academics and Electives RecommendedCollege Prep English & Math are part of the DCTS programStudy & Other SkillsAttention to detail is extremely importantBasic computer & keyboarding skillsExcellent note taking & listening skillsPleasant DemeanorPromptness and punctualityTechnology Skills/KnowledgeNavigate and use school–issued laptopWeb navigationEmail managementPerform basic computer applications including spreadsheets, presentations, and publishingNavigate and use electronic medical databasesNavigate learning management system and instructional technology toolsVideo conferencingCertifications OfferedMedical Assistant CertificationOSHA 10AHA–BLS ProviderPost–Secondary Options and Continuing EdEmploymentEMTMedical Office AssistantPharmacy TechicianB.A.Nursing (RN)BiologyOccupational TherapyPhysical TherapyHealth Care AdministrationRadiology/UltrasoundPhysician Assistant (requires graduate work)Pharmacist (requires graduate work)AssociatesMedical Laboratory TechnicianOccupational Therapist AssistantPhysical Therapist AssistantRadiologyLicensed Practical NurseCertification ProgramsPharmacy TechnicianPhlebotomistEKG TechnicianER TechnicianER Scribe
