Medical Assistant Training, NYC

The Medical Assistant Training Program at The Access Institute Queens, focuses on the following areas:

• Computer Fundamentals
• Medical Typing and Transcription
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Medical Terminology
• Medical Law and Ethics
• Interpersonal Communication
• Medical Office Procedures
• Computerized Medical Billing & Coding
• Medical Records Management
• Office Care & Management
• Aseptic Techniques
• Medical Examination Procedures
• Medical Office Emergencies
• Medication Administration
• Office Surgery Procedures
• EKG Skills
• Phlebotomy
• Medical Laboratory Procedures
• Internship

Course Hours: 600

Job Market: After successful completion of this course and obtaining your Medical Assistant licensure you will be eligible for employment in, Doctor’s Assistant, medical Office Assistant, Optometric Assistant, Clinical Assistant, Ophthalmic Technician, Optometric Technician, and Outpatient Surgery Assistant and in hospitals.

Job Responsibilities:

• Take and record patient history and personal information
• Measure vital signs
• Help with patient examinations
• Schedule appointments
• Administer injections prescribed by physician
• Prepare blood for laboratory tests

Entry Level Salary and Hours:

As of May 2021, median average earnings were $37,190. Medical Assistant field is estimated to grow 18% from 2020 to 2030, making it an in-demand field.

Hours:

Medical Assistants usually work full time. In addition, evenings and weekend schedules are always open, providing additional hours Information found on U.S. Department of Labor Statistics Bureau of Labor Statistics.