MDAS101 Medical Assistant Techniques I

The course will provide an introduction to the clinical role of the Medical Assistant, and will include basic skills necessary to assist the physician and provide direct patient care in the medical office setting. Basic skills will include obtaining a patient history, taking vital signs, administering oral, liquid and topical medications. Telephone triage skills, documentation, infection control principles, use of an autoclave, and assisting with minor office procedures and surgery will also be covered. Restricted to Medical Assistant students. Prereq. or coreq. - BIOS130, OFAD101 and 154. Additional course fee: $13.00