• Medical Training Institute of New York
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Clinical Medical Assistant

Course Overview

The Clinical Medical Assistant program at the Medical Training Institute of New York prepares students to assist medical providers by performing clinical duties in doctor’s offices, clinics, and medical centers. The curriculum covers EKG, phlebotomy, medical practice, law and ethics, patient preparation, and basic lab procedures. Students complete a supervised clinical externship, gaining hands-on experience. Upon program completion, graduates will be equipped with the skills to pursue entry-level medical assistant positions.

WHAT CLINICAL MEDICAL ASSISTANTS DO

Clinical Medical Assistants perform a wide range of clinical tasks in healthcare settings such as physician offices, hospitals, and clinics. Their duties include measuring vital signs, assisting with patient exams, performing EKGs, preparing blood samples for lab tests, and managing medical records. They also conduct basic lab tests, sterilize instruments, and dispose of contaminated supplies. Clinical Medical Assistants may educate patients on medications or diets, prepare patients for X-rays, draw blood, and change dressings.

Some Clinical Medical Assistants specialize in areas like ophthalmology or podiatry, where they assist with eye care or foot care procedures.

Program Summary

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN

  • Introduction to Medical Assisting
  • Introduction to Anatomy and Medical Terminology
  • Fundamentals of Ambulatory Care Administration
  • Coding and Medical Billing
  • Advanced Ambulatory Care Administration 
  • Fundamentals of Clinical Medical Assisting
  • Principles of Electrocardiography 
  • Principles of Pharmacology
  • Assisting with Medications
  • Assisting with Medical Specialties
  • Assisting with Clinical Laboratory Procedures
  • Introduction to the Clinical Laboratory
  • Blood Collection and Analysis of Blood
  • Microbiology and Immunology
  • Job Seeking and Skills and Strategies

WHO WILL BENEFIT

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Those Considering Nursing

If your goal is to become a nurse, starting out as a Clinical Medical Assistant is a great opportunity to explore the nursing field. You'll get the chance to work alongside LPNs and RNs in a variety of healthcare settings, earning invaluable experience and skills along the way

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Aspiring Medical Professionals

Working as a Clinical Medical Assistant gives many of us our first taste of working in the medical field. You might gain inspiration to continue that career path and get a more in-depth understanding of the medical world. It's okay to share this desire with your interviewer. It shows your dedication to the field and a willingness to learn

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Job Stability

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) report: Employment of medical assistants is projected to grow 18 percent from 2020 to 2030, much faster than the average for all occupations.

About 104,400 openings for medical assistants are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire

THE MTI ADVANTAGE

  • Experience Faculty and Staff
  • 100% Medical and Healthcare Programs
  • State-of-the-Art Medical Equipment’s
  • State-of-the-Art Classrooms
  • All instructors are Practitioners in their field
  • Workshops to enter the Workforce
  • Guaranteed Internships/Externships (Hands on Training)
  • Affiliated with top Hospitals and clinics
  • Career Development Skill
  • Job placement Assistant

Schedule of Sessions Options

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Morning Classes

The day program is 23 weeks long. Students attend classes 20 hours a week attending classes Monday through Friday.

6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Evening Classes

The evening program is 23 weeks long. Students complete 20 hours a week attending classes Monday through Friday.

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Weekend Classes

The weekend program is 28 weeks long, where students complete 16 hours a week attending classes on Saturday and Sunday.

Frequently asked questions about Clinical Medical Assistant

What do Clinical Medical Assistant do?
According to NHA, medical medical assistants primarily work in the “front office” of a medical practice or healthcare facility. Their duties may include coordinating practice correspondence, maintaining files, and scheduling appointments.
What’s the difference between a Clinical Medical Assistant and a Medical Administrative Assistant?
Clinical medical assistants primarily deal with clinical procedures and patient care, while medical administrative assistants oversee organizational tasks, such as scheduling, managing records, and checking in patients.
Do Clinical Medical Assistants need certification?
The healthcare environment thrives on professionalism, precision, and dedication to patient welfare. Medical assistant certification may be required for many jobs. Earning a CMAA establishes a medical assistant as a caring, responsible professional who has undergone a study and assessment program to validate their credentials.
In what facilities do Clinical Medical Assistants work?
Medical assistants commonly work in medical practices, such as physicians’ offices, outpatient clinics, and other healthcare facilities, according to the BLS
What are the daily duties of Clinical Medical Assistant?
On a typical day, a Medical Assistant reviews their facility’s appointment schedule for the day. They organize patient documents and greet patients as they arrive. Throughout the day, Medical Assistants interact with patients in the examinations before the Physician or General Practitioner comes in. They ask patients about any changes in their medical history and any concerns to address with their Physician. They may also perform standard procedures like taking blood pressure, listening to their lungs and checking their heart rate.  Clinical Medical Assistants also call patients with upcoming appointments to confirm their availability and reschedule appointments as necessary.
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