Medical Assistant
Certification Eligibility
Dover Business College’s program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). Graduates of CAAHEP-accredited Medical Assistant programs are eligible to sit for the CMA exam. Dover is one of only seven programs in the state to have this designation. To qualify for graduation, students must participate in the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification examination.
The Certified Medical Assistant designation (CMA) is a national credential awarded by the American Association of Medical Assistants, indicating that the Medical Assistant meets certain standards of competence. In the State of New Jersey, Medical Assistants who hold the CMA credential are permitted to administer injections.
Become an Important Part of a Medical Team
As a caring, dedicated member of a medical team, a Medical Assistant generally:
- Takes vital signs and prepares patients for their examinations
- Assists physicians during examinations
- Collects and prepares laboratory specimens and performs basic laboratory tests on the premises
- Schedules appointments, bills patients, fills out insurance forms, and much more
The program emphasizes:
- Clinical procedures, including electrocardiography (EKG), phlebotomy, and others
- Medical office administration
- Medical terminology and coding
- Medical law and ethics
Clinical Experience
Exercises and demonstrations in the campus medical lab will prepare you for your clinical experience in the real world.
Work in a Variety of Settings
Medical Assistants can work in a variety of healthcare environments, including:
- Physicians’ offices
- Healthcare clinics
- Hospitals
- Inpatient and outpatient facilities
- Nursing homes
- Offices of other healthcare practitioners, such as podiatrists, chiropractors, optometrists, etc.
A Faculty Dedicated to Your Success!
Our faculty members have excellent educational and professional credentials. They will help you explore theory and practice in real-world situations, while providing hands-on guidance as you work with equipment and mannequins.
Career and Professional Development
Career Services works with students on an individual basis to obtain internships and full-time positions that are best suited to a student's major, interests, and abilities. Our commitment to you does not end at graduation. Even after completing your program, Dover Business College's Career Services Associates will assist you in your search for employment.
Contact Us
You can chat, email, or request additional information. We would be happy to answer any questions you may have. Call us at 1-866-463-6837 or text WEB to 247365. You can also apply online.
Additional Information About the Medical Assistant Career Field
The US Department of Labor provides various resources for those looking to begin a new career. Each job has various tasks, tools, knowledge, etc. associated with it.
Tasks
-Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, and information such as test results in medical records.
-Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean.
-Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height.
-Authorize drug refills and provide prescription information to pharmacies.
-Clean and sterilize instruments and dispose of contaminated supplies.
-Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician.
-Show patients to examination rooms and prepare them for the physician.
-Explain treatment procedures, medications, diets, and physicians' instructions to patients.
-Help physicians examine and treat patients, handing them instruments and materials, or performing such tasks as giving injections or removing sutures.
-Collect blood, tissue, or other laboratory specimens, log the specimens, and prepare them for testing.
Source: US Department of Labor, ONET TOP
Tools
-Hypodermic needles — Intradermal needles; Intramuscular needles; Subcutaneous hypodermic needles
-Mercury blood pressure units — Baumanometers; Manual blood pressuring measurement equipment
-Nebulizers or accessories — Nebulizers; Pulmonary nebulizers
-Ophthalmoscopes or otoscopes or scope sets — Opthalmoscopes; Otoscopes
-Spirometers or its accessories or its supplies — Spirometers; Vitalors
Source: US Department of Labor, ONET TOP
Technology
-Accounting software — Billing software; Bookkeeping software
-Calendar and scheduling software — Appointment scheduling software
-Medical software — Patient management software; Visual electro diagnostic software
-Office suite software — Business software applications; Microsoft Office software
-Operating system software — Microsoft Windows Vista Business; Microsoft Windows XP Professional
Source: US Department of Labor, ONET TOP
Knowledge
-English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
-Medicine and Dentistry — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive healthcare measures.
-Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
-Clerical — Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
-Psychology — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
-Public Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.
Source: US Department of Labor, ONET TOP
Skills
-Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
-Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
-Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
-Monitoring — Monitoring/assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
-Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
-Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
-Writing — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
-Active Learning — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
-Coordination — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
-Service Orientation — Actively looking for ways to help people.
Source: US Department of Labor, ONET TOP
Work Activities
-Documenting/Recording Information — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
-Assisting and Caring for Others — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
-Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
-Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
-Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
-Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
-Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
-Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
-Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
-Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
Source: US Department of Labor, ONET TOP
Contact Us
You can chat, email, or request additional information. We would be happy to answer any questions you may have. Call us at 1-866-463-6837 or text WEB to 247365. You can also apply online.
Medical Assistant 2011-2012 Program Integrity Disclosures
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SOC Code: 31-9092.00 Medical Assistant
Q: How much will this program cost me?
A:
Tuition and fees:
$18,150
Books and supplies:
$1,300
On-campus room & board:
Not offered
Q: What's included?
A:
Testing fees are included in the tuition for the student's first certification examination.
Although many institutions quote the annual tuition, Dover Business College lists tuition based on the stated length of the program. There is no tuition increase for continuously enrolled students.
Q: What are my financing options to pay for the program?
A:
In addition to any grant and scholarship aid for which they are eligible, 86% of graduates used loans to finance their education.
The median debt for program graduates:
Federal loans:
(day) $9,532
(evening) $8,430
Private educational loans:
(day) $0
(evening) $0
Institution Financing Plan:
(day) $0
(evening) $0
Q: How long will it take me to complete this program?
A:
This 59-credit day program is designed to be completed in 4 academic quarters, and is generally finished in 12 months. The evening program is designed to be completed in 6 academic quarters, and is generally finished in 18 months.
86% of day graduates from this program finished in this time. 83% of evening graduates from this program finished in this time.
Q: What are the job placement rates of this program?
A:
The placement rate for the Medical Assistant program is 63%. This percentage was calculated in accordance to ACICS reporting guidelines.
