CMA 210 - Clinical Office Practice

Credits: 4
Instructional Contact Hours: 5

Provides the clinical opportunities to reach competencies of the Medical Assistant role in a medical practice. Presents topics such as phlebotomy, administration of medication, electrocardiography, assisting with minor surgery, and treatments. Practices the concepts of medical and surgical asepsis, and routine diagnostic tests and procedures. Requires 160 hours of on-site clinical experience.

Prerequisite(s): BIO 140W , CMA 209 , CMA 245 , HSC 105 , HSC 205W , OAT 116 , OAT 159 , and OAT 170 , with a minimum grade of "C" (2.0) in each or instructor approval.
Corequisite(s): OAT 151 , OAT 254 , CST 134
Lecture Hours: 15 Lab Hours: 45
Meets MTA Requirement: None
Pass/NoCredit: No

Outcomes and Objectives

Demonstrate an understanding of the medical assisting field.

Demonstrate how to properly administer medications.
Demonstrate an understanding of the operation and maintenance of Autoclave.
Demonstrate an understanding of sterile processes to ensure sterility of instruments for patient safety.

2. Use multiple resources as problem-solving tools when creating electronic medical records.

A. Use medical dictionary.

B. Use English dictionary.

C. Use the Physician's Desk Reference.

D. Use current coding manuals.

Demonstrate professionalism appropriate for the workplace.

A. Participate in class.

B. Follow written and oral directions.

C. Complete and submit assignments on time.

D. Participate constructively in activities.

E. Display civility toward other class members and the instructor.

F. Demonstrate academic integrity.