| Degree Title: |
Associate of Science Degree in Medical Assisting |
| College: |
Keiser University eCampus Online |
| Description: |
A Medical Assistant is a professional multi-skilled person who assists a physician. This person performs duties under the direction of a physician in all areas of medical practice. Patient care management includes preparing treatment and examination rooms, taking vital signs, possible assisting in minor surgical procedures, giving injections, venipuncture, assisting in laboratory operations, possible radiography procedures, and electrocardiograms. In addition to the clinical aspects, a Medical Assistant`s function in an administrative capacity includes maintaining patient records, billing, scheduling appointments, ordering supplies, and handling insurance claims. |
| Accreditation: |
Keiser University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award certificates and degrees at the associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral levels. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Keiser University. |
| Delivery Format: |
Online |
| Diploma Level: |
Associate |
| Language: |
English |
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