AS Medical Assisting South College

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AS Medical Assisting

Mission/Purpose

In keeping with the college’s mission, the purpose of the Medical Assisting program is to:

Establish a firm base of knowledge in general education, medical science, and medical office routines which provides entry-level competencies in the fundamental concepts and theories applicable to medical assisting practices and procedures.
Engender the development of skills in clerical/administrative, clinical, and laboratory/technical areas pertinent to entry-level competencies of a medical assistant and the needs of the community and employment market.
Foster the growth of students into competent medical assisting professionals who will demonstrate superior principles of legal, ethical, and moral integrity.
Expect and provide for the continued professional development of the medical assisting faculty to assure excellence in the program’s curriculum.

Role of the Medical Assistant in Health Care Delivery

Medical Assistants are multi-skilled health professionals specifically educated to work in ambulatory settings performing administrative and clinical duties. The practice of medical assisting directly influences the public’s health and well-being, and requires mastery of a complex body of knowledge and specialized skills requiring both formal education and practical experience. The Medical Assisting program is established based upon the CAAHEP Standards and Guidelines for Medical Assisting Educational Programs (2008 Revision) which emphasizes competency-based skills, as well as general knowledge. Student competencies are validated through performance on written and practical exams, skills performance assessments, and a clinical practicum. Graduates of the program are prepared to assist physicians in examining and treating patients, performing laboratory testing, and managing the administrative and clinical responsibilities associated with efficient physician office operations. The curriculum does not train for employment in medical laboratories either in the state of Tennessee or any other state.