Medical Assistant

Pathway: Health Sciences

Are you interested in a career in the medical field?

Join us at ECTEC to explore your options. Students work towards their Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification by learning phlebotomy, CPR, EKGs, and medical billing and coding along with basic patient care.

Medical assistants work alongside physicians, mainly in outpatient or ambulatory care facilities, such as medical offices and clinics.

Clinical Duties (may include, but not limited to):

• Taking medical histories

• Explaining treatment procedures to patients

• Preparing patients for examinations

• Assisting the physician during examinations

• Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens

• Performing basic laboratory tests

• Instructing patients about medication and special diets

• Preparing and administering medications, including by intramuscular, intradermal, and subcutaneous injections—including vaccinations/immunizations, as directed by a physician or other licensed provider (e.g., a nurse practitioner or physician assistant)

• Transmitting prescription refills as directed

• Phlebotomy

• Taking electrocardiograms

• Wound care and changing dressings

Administrative Duties (may include, but not limited to):

• Using computer applications

• Answering telephones

• Welcoming patients

• Updating and filing patient medical records

• Coding and filling out insurance forms

• Scheduling appointments

• Arranging for hospital admissions and laboratory services

• Handling correspondence, billing, and bookkeeping

Certification: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)

Earn dual enrollment credits through South Louisiana Community College and get a head start on your future career.

Open to grades 11-12. 

Medical Assistant

Pathway: Health Sciences

Are you interested in a career in the medical field?

Join us at WCETC to explore your options. Students work towards their Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification by learning phlebotomy, CPR, EKGs, and medical billing and coding along with basic patient care.

Medical assistants work alongside physicians, mainly in outpatient or ambulatory care facilities, such as medical offices and clinics.

Clinical Duties (may include, but not limited to):

• Taking medical histories

• Explaining treatment procedures to patients

• Preparing patients for examinations

• Assisting the physician during examinations

• Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens

• Performing basic laboratory tests

• Instructing patients about medication and special diets

• Preparing and administering medications, including by intramuscular, intradermal, and subcutaneous injections—including vaccinations/immunizations, as directed by a physician or other licensed provider (e.g., a nurse practitioner or physician assistant)

• Transmitting prescription refills as directed

• Phlebotomy

• Taking electrocardiograms

• Wound care and changing dressings

Administrative Duties (may include, but not limited to):

• Using computer applications

• Answering telephones

• Welcoming patients

• Updating and filing patient medical records

• Coding and filling out insurance forms

• Scheduling appointments

• Arranging for hospital admissions and laboratory services

• Handling correspondence, billing, and bookkeeping

Certification: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)

Earn dual enrollment credits through South Louisiana Community College and get a head start on your future career.

Open to grades 11-12.