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Medical Assistant
Pathway: Health Sciences
Are you interested in a career in the medical field?
Join us at ECTEC to explore your options. Students work towards their Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification by learning phlebotomy, CPR, EKGs, and medical billing and coding along with basic patient care.
Medical assistants work alongside physicians, mainly in outpatient or ambulatory care facilities, such as medical offices and clinics.
Clinical Duties (may include, but not limited to):
Taking medical histories
Explaining treatment procedures to patients
Preparing patients for examinations
Assisting the physician during examinations
Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens
Performing basic laboratory tests
Instructing patients about medication and special diets
Preparing and administering medications, including by intramuscular, intradermal, and subcutaneous injections—including vaccinations/immunizations, as directed by a physician or other licensed provider (e.g., a nurse practitioner or physician assistant)
Transmitting prescription refills as directed
Phlebotomy
Taking electrocardiograms
Wound care and changing dressings
Administrative Duties (may include, but not limited to):
Using computer applications
Answering telephones
Welcoming patients
Updating and filing patient medical records
Coding and filling out insurance forms
Scheduling appointments
Arranging for hospital admissions and laboratory services
Handling correspondence, billing, and bookkeeping
Certification: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
Earn dual enrollment credits through South Louisiana Community College and get a head start on your future career.
Open to grades 11-12.
Medical Assistant
Pathway: Health Sciences
Are you interested in a career in the medical field?
Join us at WCETC to explore your options. Students work towards their Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification by learning phlebotomy, CPR, EKGs, and medical billing and coding along with basic patient care.
Medical assistants work alongside physicians, mainly in outpatient or ambulatory care facilities, such as medical offices and clinics.
Clinical Duties (may include, but not limited to):
Taking medical histories
Explaining treatment procedures to patients
Preparing patients for examinations
Assisting the physician during examinations
Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens
Performing basic laboratory tests
Instructing patients about medication and special diets
Preparing and administering medications, including by intramuscular, intradermal, and subcutaneous injections—including vaccinations/immunizations, as directed by a physician or other licensed provider (e.g., a nurse practitioner or physician assistant)
Transmitting prescription refills as directed
Phlebotomy
Taking electrocardiograms
Wound care and changing dressings
Administrative Duties (may include, but not limited to):
Using computer applications
Answering telephones
Welcoming patients
Updating and filing patient medical records
Coding and filling out insurance forms
Scheduling appointments
Arranging for hospital admissions and laboratory services
Handling correspondence, billing, and bookkeeping
Certification: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)
Earn dual enrollment credits through South Louisiana Community College and get a head start on your future career.
Open to grades 11-12.