Medical Clinical Assistant Program
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Medical Clinical Assistant Program Details
SKILLS COVERED
What You Can Learn in Our Medical Clinical Assistant Program
Learn about the human body’s systems, functions, and common conditions, preparing you to assist in medical procedures and patient care.
Practice using procedural and diagnostic coding manuals to assign the appropriate codes for the medical billing process.
Gain an understanding of insurance processes, medical billing, and patient record management.
Understand how diseases develop and affect different body systems, a critical skill for medical assistants working in clinical settings.
Learn about commonly prescribed medications, their effects, and how to assist with medication administration.
Learn how to prepare exam rooms, assist during medical procedures, and improve patient comfort and safety.
Gain hands-on experience performing procedures like allergy testing, medication administration, and specialty exams.
Develop lab skills such as drawing blood, urinalysis, and using microscopes to examine medical samples.
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Career Options for Medical Clinical Assistants
Berks Medical Clinical Assistant program graduates have the opportunity to pursue entry-level careers within medical and healthcare offices. Still unsure? Learn about the Berks Technical Institute now!
*Berks cannot guarantee employment or salary.
- Medical Assistants
- Administrative Medical Assistants
- Medical Office Managers
Medical Clinical Assistant FAQs
Medical clinical assistants handle a mix of clinical and administrative tasks to support physicians and other members of the healthcare team. This can include, but is not limited to:
- Maintaining electronic health records (EHRs)
- Drawing blood
- Administering injections and medications
A medical clinical assistant focuses primarily on direct patient care, assisting with procedures and exams. General medical assistants may also perform administrative duties such as scheduling and insurance processing.
Generally, clinical medical assistant programs can be completed anywhere from nine months to two years depending on award type. At BTI, you can complete our program in 13 months.
To enroll in our medical clinical assistant classes, you only need a high school diploma. No prior healthcare experience is required—our program is designed to train students from the ground up.
Ready to Enroll?
Start at BTI to begin on the path to the healthcare career training you’re excited about. Our flexible scheduling and affordable options make it a great place for you to pursue your diploma. Talk to an admissions representative today to enroll in our Medical Clinical Assistant program.