Medical Assitstant
Explore the Impact of Medical Assistants
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Do you have attention to detail, patience & compassion, and want to start a career in healthcare? Medical Assisting is an in-demand job that gives you the ability to work in many different healthcare settings. There are numerous opportunities for growth once you start your
career! Average starting wage $17/hr.
Eligibility
- 18 years of age or older
- High School diploma or GED
- A clear background check
- Must have COVID vaccine
- Must have a flu shot
- Must have some experience in healthcare
What is a Medical Assistant?
Medical assistants are a crucial part of any
healthcare team. Job descriptions vary
depending on your employer, but your
responsibilities may include:
- Greeting & directing patients
- Managing patient schedules
- Taking vital signs & recording medical history
- Updating health records
- Performing basic lab tests & collecting samples
- Administering medications
- Assisting with treatments and surgical
procedures - Light bookkeeping
- Patient education
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Time Requirements
Academic Assessment-TABE test
2 hours at CityLink Center
Goal Session
1 hour at CityLink Center
Paperwork Session
1 hour at CityLink Center
Interview with MAC staff
1 hour at CityLink Center
14 Week Training Session
3 Week Internship in Healthcare Setting
40 hours/week in a healthcare setting (unpaid)
Certification
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Medical Assistant Course
Cost $5000
Includes scrubs, books, certification exam, study prep materials, and class materials.
Steps to Success
Apply
Application (online or in person)
Checklist
Application (online or in person)
Goals
Application (online or in person)
Interview
Interview & Funding Application
Decision
Program Acceptance/Decline
Career
Complete Requirements For Graduation
ACCEPTABLE DOCUMENTATION
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