| Program cost | $4,500 (after $50 discount on Registration fee) |
| Duration |
24 weeks; 400 Classroom clock hours plus 160 externship hours |
| Schedule | Monday – Thursday, 9.00AM – 2.30 PM |
| Prerequisites | 18 years of age, High school diploma or GED |
| Books |
1. Medical Terminology Complete by Bruce Wingerd; ISBN # 978-0-13- |
Syllabus
Module I: Medical Terminology
Duration: 80 Classroom clock hours
Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 9:00am – 2:30 pm (20 hours per week)
Books & materials:
Text Books: Bruce Wingerd Medical Terminology Complete; ISBN #
Course Objectives:
To learn Terminology needed to acquire a job as a competent Medical Professional. This will be achieved through class work, and tests.
Week 1: Chapter 1Introduction to Word Parts and Word Construction;
Chapter 2 Understanding Suffixes;
Chapter 3 Understanding Prefixes;
Chapter 4 The human body in health and disease
Tests are mandatory every Thursday. Testing on chapters 1, 2, 3, and 4 (homework and class work may vary).
WEEK 2: Chapter 5 The Integumentary System;
Chapter 6 The Skeletal and muscular System;
Chapter 7 Blood and the Lymphatic System.
Chapter 8 The Cardiovascular System;
Chapter Tests are mandatory every Thursday. Testing on chapters 5, 6, 7, and 8 (homework and class work may vary).
WEEK 3: Chapter 9 The Respiratory System;
Chapter 10 The Digestive System;
Chapter 11 The Urinary System;
Chapter 12 Reproductive System and Obstetrics;
Chapter Tests are mandatory every Thursday. Testing on chapters 9, 10, 11, 12 (homework and class work may vary).
WEEK 4: Chapter 13 The nervous System, Mental Health, and Special Senses
Chapter 14 The Endocrine System;
Test on Chapters 13 & 14 at instructor’s discretion. Test Review.
Chapter Tests are mandatory every Thursday.
Ending with a final compensative EXAM including, all chapter tests.
Module II: Anatomy, Physiology & Clinical Medical Assisting Procedures
Duration: 6 weeks (120 class room hours)
Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 9:00am - 2:30pm
Books & material: Text Books:
1. Pearson's, Comprehensive Medical Assisting text and workbook
2nd edition: ISBN # 978-0-13-500883-6
2. Pearson's, Comprehensive Medical Assisting text and workbook, 2nd
edition: Text book ISBN # 978-0-13-500883-6
3. Medical Dictionary: ISBN # 978-0-87779-853-8
4. A watch with a second hand (no digital watches, must be manual). School does
not provide this watch; Stethoscope and Sphygmomanometer are provided by school.
Course Objectives:
To be able to understand the structure of human body & it’s functionality in health & disease condition. To be able to appreciate the cultural differences as it relates to various diseases. To be able to assist the Physician/Doctor in any medical practice. This will be achieved through class work, testing and hands-on practice.
Module Outline/Schedule
Weeks 1 -3: Anatomy & Physiology Chapter 19-31
WEEK 4: Chapter 32 (Infection Control), Chapter 33 (Vital Sings), Chapter 34 (Assisting with Physical Examination), Chapter 39 (Assisting with Medical Emergencies), Chapter 40 (The Clinical
Laboratory), homework, class work, or projects will be assigned @ teacher’s discretion.
WEEK 5: Chapter 39 (Assisting with Medical Emergencies), Chapter 40 (The Clinical Laboratory) Chapter 41 (Microbiology), Chapter 42 Testing on Chapter 39,40,41, and 42
WEEK 6: Chapter 43(Hematology), Chapter 47 (Maths for Pharmacology), Chapter 48 (Pharmacology) Testing on chapters 43,47,48,48. Final test for all chapters
Module III: Phlebotomy and EKG
Duration: 8 weeks
Schedule: Monday-Thursday (9am-2:30pm)
Books & material: 1. Phlebotomy Simplified by Diana Garza & Kathleen Becan (ISBN: 978-0-13-
222478-9)
2. Pearson’s EKG Plain & Simple, 2nd edition by Karen M. Ellis (ISBN: 978-0-13-
170814-3)
Module objective:
Medical Assistants should be skilled health care professionals who have been trained to collect, transport, handle and process blood and other specimens for laboratory analysis using venipuncture and micro collection techniques. In addition, they must be able to identify and select equipment, supplies and additives used in blood collection and understand factors that affect specimen collection procedures and test results. Medical Assistants also need to perform Electrocardiography (EKG) tests that measure and monitor the electrical activity in the heart. The program places emphasis on the safe practice of collecting adequate and correct blood specimens by capillary or venipuncture on adults, children and neonates. At the end of this program, the student should be able to:
Module Outline/Schedule
WEEK 1
DAY 1: Introduction, Class Rules, Phlebotomy as a Profession
Ethical, Legal, and Regulatory Issues.
Introduction to the Laboratory
DAY 2: Basic Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology [An Overview] Laboratory
DAY 3: Phlebotomy Practice and Quality Assessment Basics.
Laboratory
DAY 4: Blood Collection Equipment
Laboratory
WEEK 2
DAY 5: Test on Material Taught in Previous Week Safety and Infection Control Laboratory
DAY 6: Documentation, Specimen Handling, and Transportation Laboratory
DAY 7: Venipuncture Procedures Laboratory
DAY 8: Preanalytical Complications in Blood Collection Laboratory
WEEK 3
Day 9: Test on Material Taught in Previous Week
Venipuncture Procedures
Laboratory
Day 10: Capillary Blood Specimens Laboratory
Day 11: Pediatric and Geriatric Procedures Laboratory
Day 12: Special Collections Laboratory
WEEK 4
Day 13: Test on Material Taught in Previous Week
Preparation and review for Final Exams
Laboratory
Day 14: Preparation and Review for Final Exams Laboratory
Day 15: Preparation and Review for Final Exams Laboratory
Day 16: Final Exams Theory and Practical
WEEK 5
DAY 1: Introduction, Class Rules
Coronary Anatomy and Physiology
Introduction: Electrophysiology
DAY 2: Electrophysiology
Introduction: Lead Morphology and Placement
DAY 3: Lead Morphology and Placement
Technical Aspects of EKG
Laboratory
DAY 4: Calculating Heart Rate, How to Interpret a Rhythm Strip
WEEK 6
DAY 5: Test on Material Taught in Previous Week
Rhythms Originating in the Sinus Node
Rhythms Originating in the Atria
DAY 6: Rhythms Originating in the AV Junction Rhythms Originating in the Ventricles
DAY 7: AV Blocks Laboratory
DAY 8: Rhythm Practice Strips
WEEK 7
DAY 9: Test on Material Taught in Previous Week How to Interpret a 12 Lead EKG
Day 10: Myocardial Infarction Artificial Pacemakers
Day 11: 12-Lead EKG Practice Laboratory
Day 12: Cardiac Medications and Electrical Therapy
Week 8
Day 13: Test on Material Taught Previous Week Diagnostic Electrocardiography
Day 14: Putting It All Together: Critical Thinking Scenarios
Day 15: Review for Final Exam
Day 16: Final Exam
Module IV: Administrative Medical Assisting (Front Office)
Duration: 2 weeks
Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 9:00am – 2:30 pm (20 hours per week)
Books & materials: 1. Text: Administrative Medical Assisting Foundations & Practices by Christine Malone (ISBN: 978-0-13-5115176)
Module objectives:
To be proficient in working the front office of a Medical facility. This will be achieved through class work and tests.
The following topics will be discussed:
Schedule
Week 1
Day 1: Lecture Chapter 1, 2, 3, & 4: The History of Medicine and Health Care, Medical Assisting Today, The Medical Assisting Career: Roles and Responsibilities, & Medical Law and Ethics Review S/G #1, #2, #3, & #4. Question and Answer session. Do the assigned workbook pages.
Day 2: Review workbook assignments and study guides and take test #1.
Day 3: Lecture Chapter 5, 6, 7 & 8: Interpersonal Communication Skills & Written Communication, Telephone Procedures, & Front Desk Reception, Review S/G #5, #6, #7, & #8. Question and Answer session. Do the assigned workbook pages.
Day 4: Review workbook assignments and study guides and take test #2.
Week 2
Day 1: Lecture Chapter 9, 10, 11, & 12: Patient Scheduling & Medical Records Management, Electronic Medical Records, & Computers in the Medical Office Review Question and Answer session. Do the assigned workbook pages.
Day 2: Review workbook assignments and study guides and take test #3.
Day 3: Lecture Chapter 13, 14, 15, & 16: Equipment, Maintenance, and Supply Inventory, Office Policies and Procedures, Handling Medical Office Emergencies & Insurance Billing and Authorizations, Review S/G #13, #14, #15, & #16.
Question and Answer session. Do the assigned workbook pages. Handout the review for the final and answer any questions.
Day 4: Review workbook assignments and study guides and take test final.
Note: Students are provided a 160 hour externship by the school at Doctor’s facility after successful completion of the above modules.
Grading Scale:
Average% Grade
90 – 100 A
80 – 89 B
70 – 79 C
60 – 69 D
Below 60 F
Grades are based on the following:
25%= Attendance and Participation
25%= Assignments
25%= Test
25%= Final Exam
Attendance
Good Attendance is imperative in order to keep up with your classes and to maintain good standing in school. Since this institution is a business college, we encourage students to always conduct themselves in a professional manner and develop a positive attitude toward consistent attendance that can be carried with them in to the business community. Absences should be documented in writing upon the first day of return.
Assignments/Projects/Exams
All school work activities/exercises and reading assignments are to be done as per instructors orders, and will be due upon request.
Career Services
Career assistance is an important part of the course curriculum. Attendance at one career workshop is mandatory of all students. Individual resume and cover letter critiques are available with the career advisor by appointment Monday thru Thursday between the hours of 9:00am – 1:00pm. At the end of the course an updated resume must be submitted to be assigned an externship or course certificate.
Externship Policy
Upon completion of all class & lab requirements students will be offered an externship. Should the student decide to reject the original offered externship site, he/she will be put on a waiting list until another opening at an alternative location becomes available. An alternative externship site location will be offered only once. Should the second externship location be rejected no other site opportunities will be granted.
In the event a student rejects an externship or desires to change an externship midstream, RadiumSoft will grant one additional opportunity for an alternative site. Thereafter, it will be the sole responsibility of the student to procure his own externship site.
Upon changing from one externship to another, all hours accrued on the original externship site will be lost. Externship hours will start from zero at the new site regardless of how many hours completed on the originally site. The 160 hours must be completed at one location and without any gaps in time.
Grievance Procedure
We encourage students to make contact with the appropriate instructor or staff member at the first indication of a problem or concern. The student will not be bound by any resolution unless the student agrees to accept it. We will confidentially investigate all complaints or grievance fully and promptly. If the matter is not resolved to the student’s satisfaction the student may submit a written, dated and signed statement of the grievance or complaint and a description of the actions that have taken place thus far to the Program coordinator.
If the matter cannot be resolved at that level the written statement should be submitted to the Operations Manager who within (10) business days of receipt will render a decision in writing. The Operations Manager’s decision will be final.
National Certification Exam
Upon completion of the course, the student may register for the national certification exam. All registration information is available online through the National Healthcare Association by going to
http://www.nhanow.com Exams are available at RadiumSoft the second Monday of each month at 3:00 pm., however, 2 week advanced registration is required.
Student Surveys
Students are given an evaluation survey at the conclusion of the each class, and asked to provide constructive feedback.
Note: The course schedule is subject to change at the instructor’s discretion. Students will be held responsible for any changes announced in class
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