PCI Health Training Center Medical Assistant

Unit 1

• Introduction to computer & word processing
• Typing Tutorial & Report Writing
• Medical Terminology

Unit 2

• Assisting in Physical Examinations, Basic Nursing Skills (Vital Signs)
• Universal Precautions against infectious diseases
• Treating Medical Emergencies (first aid)
• CPR Certification (adult, infant, child)
• Anatomy & Physiology (Respiratory)

Unit 3

• Venipuncture & Lab Test for Blood Samples, Electrocardiograms
• Anatomy & Physiology (Circulatory & Digestive)

Unit 4

• Proper use of a Microscope
• Sense of the Body (vision test)
• Microbiology (strep throat test & urinalysis)
• Anatomy & Physiology

Unit 5

• Pediatrics, Urinalysis
• Instrument Sterilization / Identification
• Minor Surgical Procedures / Setting Up Surgical Trays
• Setting Up for a Pelvic Exam

Unit 6

• Handling Prescriptions & Administering Medications (injections)
• Calculating Dosages
• Overview of Physical Therapy
• Anatomy & Physical (Muscular, Integumentary, Skeletal)

Unit 7

• Medical Ethics
• Conducting a Job Search ( resume development / Interviewing)
• Processing Insurance / Coding & Billing

Unit 8

• Supervised Training At a Medical Facility, Provides a “Real World” Experience Working with Professionals.

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