Medical Assistant Program Overview

Medical Assistants continue to be one of the most employed, and essential healthcare professionals today.

Depending on the office size and specialty a medical assistant could be handling both administrative and clinical duties. For some, front office work like greeting patients, scheduling appointments, completing medical records and billing can be a preferred aspect of the job. Others may choose to focus more on the hands-on aspect of patient care like recording vital signs, preparing patients for examination, and basic lab procedures. Additional functions could include; blood draw, vaccinations, removing sutures, assisting in minor surgery, and minor injury care.

Most medical assistants work in physicians' offices, health care centers or clinics.. There are also many job opportunities in, educational services, medical laboratories, and long-term care facilities.

With training from YTI Career Institute you could start your Medical Assistant career in as few as 21 months.

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