Medical Assistant Administrative & Clinical

Medical assistants are an essential part to any healthcare team. They provide dual support by performing both administrative and clinical duties, making them the ultimate team player. And with careers in the healthcare industry on the rise, the demand for qualified medical assistants is growing at a much faster than average rate.

• Interviewing patients and recording their medical history and information, including vital signs and test results
• Measuring vital signs, including blood pressure and weight
• Helping physicians with patient examinations and administering injections and medications as directed
• Collecting and preparing samples of blood and other laboratory specimens
• Scheduling patient appointments, sending follow-up reminders, and maintaining medical and office supply inventory

Summit’s Medical Assistant – Administrative & Clinical program is designed to teach students the essentials and core skills they’ll be using in the real world. You’ll not only learn clinical skills, such as recording patient vital signs; you’ll also be learning how to record patient histories, manage patient intake, appointment scheduling, and insurance claim processing.

And because we believe students learn better in the right environment, the program features small classes and hands-on training from instructors with real-world experience. All taking place in a modern facility with free tutoring, flexible schedules and a Career Services Department ready to set you up to succeed!

At Summit College, we provide the hands-on training you need to elevate your career. We believe that the best way to really learn is by doing, and that is why we offer an externship program. You will be placed in a real-world professional setting to gain the knowledge and skills you need to be successful.

Externship placement services:
We work to establish externship sites that will help you apply your program’s core curriculum.

Externship supervision:
We will oversee your externship placement and partner with you on your journey to training completion.

Your externship will also be a valuable tool for making professional connections, and it may lead to full-time employment upon completion of your program. Your externship is an opportunity for growth, and we know you will make Summit proud as you transition into your new career. Call or stop by our Career Services Center today.