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Medical Assistant Program 2019

Our expedited six-month Medical Assistant Program prepares students to perform clinical and administrative duties in the healthcare setting. The program includes classroom lecture and discussion,

online coursework, classroom clinical practicum, and ten externship days at various Barton outpatient clinics.

Administrative topics include: • Medical Office Management • Medical Law • Electronic Health Records • Infection Control • Anatomy and Physiology • Medical Terminology

Hands-on topics include: • Obtaining Vital Signs (Pulse, Blood Pressure, Temperature, Height, Weight) • Point of Care Testing (Urinalysis, Throat Cultures) • Assisting with Physical Exams (Wound Care, Suture Removal, Positioning) • Pharmacology (Medication Administration) • Phlebotomy/Venipuncture (Blood Draw) • Interpreting Electrocardiograms (ECG)

Our program meets: Monday through Thursday evenings, 5pm-9pm at the Barton Education classroom, 1111 Emerald Bay Road / South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150.

Upcoming Sessions: Spring 2019 session begins January 7Application is open October 10 - November 19

Fall 2019 session begins July 1Application is open March 18 - May 29

Please visit our website to apply http://education.bartonhealth.org or call us at 530-543-5549

Graduation from the program qualifies the student to take the NCCT exam to become a Nationally Certified Medical Assistant. Obtaining this certification qualifies graduates to work as Certified Medical Assistants in a number of healthcare settings, including Barton outpatient clinics. The course registration fees of $3600 include all equipment, supplies, and textbook. Students are responsible for purchasing a stethoscope, blood pressure cuff, and solid colored scrubs. Discount available for Barton employees. Please note, completion of the program does not guarantee certification nor employment.