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Medical Assistant PLUS Program
Medical Assistant PLUS Program
at Brazosport College
Houston Catalog
Medical Assistants work in medical clinics and similar settings assisting physicians by performing administrative duties and handling basic clinical tasks. Often, they are the first person a patient may encounter during a medical appointment. Medical Assistants are trained in front office duties, charting, billing procedures, EKG, phlebotomy, vital signs, and other important clinical tasks. The "PLUS" in this program includes additional enhanced training in phlebotomy.
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Medical Assistants
Perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of a physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by physician.
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Prerequisites for Clinical Practicum: At least 18 years of age with a High School Diploma or High School Equivalency (HSE), acceptable criminal background, and completion of all state-required immunizations and CPR training. This program requires a specific application in order to enroll.