MEDICAL ASSISTANT SCHOOL
10 Month Diploma Program
Available at our Louisville and Lexington Campus
MEDICAL ASSISTING PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Comprehensive Medical Assisting program is a 10-month program designed to prepare students for careers as Medical Assistants with knowledge in pertinent aspects of the healthcare field. It includes a balance of classroom, clinical, and laboratory experiences.
MEDICAL ASSISTING PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
- Graduates earn a Medical Assisting Diploma in as little as 10 months
- Flexible schedules
- Career services and job placement assistance
- Hands-on training from experienced instructors in a working clinical lab
- Institutionally accredited by ABHES
- Financial aid is available for those who qualify
- Blended learning, which consists of completing courses in both online and on-campus settings, or you can choose to complete the program 100% on-campus
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
MedQuest College’s Comprehensive Medical Assisting program educates students to perform administrative and clinical duties required in the daily operation of a healthcare facility. Students enrolled in the Comprehensive Medical Assisting program can expect to learn the following topics:
- Obtaining accurate patient history, vital signs, and current medical status (triage).
- Assisting doctors with patient exams or minor outpatient surgeries.
- Providing post-treatment patient education.
- Drawing blood and preparing laboratory tests.
- Administrative tasks such as patient scheduling, billing, and insurance.
- Preparing and administering patient medication orally or through injections.
MEDICAL ASSISTING DIPLOMA AND CERTIFICATIONS
The program includes a balance of classroom, clinical, and laboratory experiences. Upon completion of the program and meeting all of the course requirements, students will receive a:
- Comprehensive Medical Assisting Diploma
- Prepared and eligible to take the national certification examination through The American Medical Technologists (AMT)
- Upon successful completion of the national examination, students will obtain the credential Registered Medical Assistant or RMA (AMT)
Is a Career as a Medical Assistant Right for You?
Take the MedQuest College “Medical Assisting Career Training Readiness Quiz”
This fun, online quiz takes 3 minutes to complete and you’ll get a personalized report. Identify your strengths and social style plus the training and positions you’re best suited for.
EXTERNSHIP AND CAREER SERVICES AT MEDQUEST COLLEGE
Externship
Prior to graduation, students are required to complete an externship under the guidance of area experts. During this externship, students will refine the skills learned on campus as well as work directly with patients for real-life experience.
Career Services
Our Career Services Director provides assistance to graduating students and alumni that include instruction in resume writing, preparation of cover letters, interviewing techniques and networking skills. The college provides job placement assistance for its graduates. Alumni in good standing may continue to use any and all placement resources indefinitely at no charge.
WHAT IS A MEDICAL ASSISTANT?
Comprehensive Medical Assistants are a vital part of any healthcare team providing direct patient care as well as support to physicians and other healthcare professionals.
WHAT DOES A MEDICAL ASSISTANT DO?
Our medical assistant school, offered in both our Louisville and Lexington campus, provide students with 70% hands-on instruction at an accelerated pace in our fully operational clinical labs. The extensive knowledge and skills learned throughout this program are utilized in many healthcare settings. As a Medical Assistant, you will be responsible for all aspects of patient care from the moment they arrive in your office.
Medical Assistant Responsibilities:
- Assist the doctor as needed with procedures, including surgical
- Set up and administer EKG (Electrocardiogram)
- Phlebotomy (drawing blood and giving injections)
- Collect specimens for blood and urine analysis
- Coordinate laboratory samples and pharmacy prescriptions
- Prepare exam rooms for visit, sterilize and disinfect rooms and instruments between uses
- Record and confirm patient’s medical history, verify medications and allergies
- Take patient vitals, including blood pressure, height, and weight
- Manage electronic medical records, handle administrative tasks, including daily patient schedule
WHERE DOES A MEDICAL ASSISTANT WORK?
The growth of the aging baby-boom population will continue to increase demand for preventative medical services, which are often provided by physicians. As their practices expand, physicians will hire more assistants to perform routine administrative and clinical duties, allowing the physicians to see more patients. Medical Assistants can expect to begin their new career in one of the following types of practices:
- Primary Care Facilities
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Clinical Labs
- Chiropractors Office
- Retirement Communities
- Pain Management Centers
- Outpatient Clinics
- Diagnostic Laboratories
- Nursing Care Facilities
WHY MEDQUEST COLLEGE
MedQuest College has provided high-quality instruction to students in Kentucky and Indiana since 1999. By providing Southern Indiana, Louisville and Lexington Kentucky, and surrounding areas with quality programs we are able to proudly say that MedQuest College has successfully employed thousands of graduates in the medical fields. Our campuses are located in Louisville KY and Lexington KY. We are institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES), a nationally recognized accrediting body.
MEDICAL ASSISTING PROGRAM FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: What is the primary role of a Comprehensive Medical Assistant?
A: Medical Assistants are a vital part of the healthcare team, providing direct patient care as well as support to physicians and other healthcare professionals. The role involves a diversity of administrative and clinical tasks.
Q: What clinical skills are taught in the Medical Assisting program at MedQuest College?
A: The Medical Assisting program at MedQuest College provides 70% hands-on instruction in clinical labs. Key clinical responsibilities taught include:
- Assisting the doctor with procedures, including surgical ones.
- drawing up and administering injections
- Setting up and administering EKG (Electrocardiogram).
- Collecting specimens for blood and urine analysis.
- Taking patient vitals, recording medical history, and preparing exam rooms.
Q: How long does the Medical Assisting diploma program at MedQuest College take to complete?
A: The Comprehensive Medical Assisting program at MedQuest College is designed to be completed in 40 weeks.
Q: What certification can I pursue after graduation from the Medical Assisting Program at MedQuest College?
A: Upon Medical Assisting program completion, MedQuest College graduates are prepared and eligible to apply to take the national certification examination through the American Medical Technologists (AMT). Successful completion of this national exam leads to the RMA (Registered Medical Assistant) credential.
Q: What are the minimum requirements to apply to the Medical Assisting program at MedQuest College?
A: All applicants must have a high school diploma or GED. Specific prerequisites may apply depending on the course or program you choose, so it is important to check the program-specific details.
Q: What kind of equipment is provided in the Medical Assisting program at MedQuest College?
A: The MedQuest College campus provides lab and patient examination areas, which include phlebotomy chairs, patient examination tables, EKG machines, phlebotomy supplies, and microscopes.
Q: Will there be hands-on training for the Medical Assisting program at MedQuest College?
A: Yes. The Medical Assisting program at MedQuest College provides significant hands-on instruction in clinical labs and through the externship program. Students practice skills like phlebotomy, administering EKGs, and assisting with procedures.
Q: What career opportunities are available for the Medical Assisting program at MedQuest College?
A: Graduates of the Medical Assisting program at MedQuest College are prepared for entry-level opportunities as a Medical Assistant in various environments like family practices, specialty clinics, and urgent care centers. The training can also translate to roles such as Medical Administrative Assistant, Phlebotomist, or EKG Technician.
Q: Does MedQuest College require general education classes before I start my Medical Assisting program?
A: No. MedQuest College has structured each program so that students only take the courses needed for their new career. Accepted students will immediately begin practicing the skills relevant to their field.
Q: How do I begin the admissions process for the Medical Assisting program at MedQuest College?
A: You can start by completing the online Request Information form. An admissions representative will contact you to go over the next steps, including locating your official transcripts from your high school or previous college.
Q: Can I set up a tour of MedQuest College?
A: Yes, the Admissions Team offers one-on-one tours from Monday through Friday.
