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6.00 Credits
Clinical practicum for medical assistant students in a medical facility. Application of knowledge learned in previous courses; experience to increase understanding and appreciation of other cultures. Interact with other healthcare professionals and patients to enhance the development of a professional demeanor. Prerequisite: Completed each course in the MEDA certificate with a minimum C grade; have current Red Cross or American Heart Association First Aid and CPR cards, have completed immunization requirements; present evidence of a current negative TB test; have completed all computer skills TPO's and submitted evidence of attending the required 7-hour AIDS prevention seminar. Must have permission/endorsement of the Department Chair to enroll. Concurrent enrollment in MEDA 117 required.
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1.00 Credits
Discussion and critical analysis of student experiences in their various externship placements. Topics include legal concepts, professionalism, and aspects of culture and application of front office and clinical skills. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in MEDA 116.
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2.00 Credits
Discussion of computer components, care, and maintenance. Basic word processing skills for the medical setting to compose and format medical documents using appropriate computer software. Discussion of the influence of culture on communication with patients. Prerequisite: Minimum 30 wpm typing speed.
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5.00 Credits
Drawing blood specimens from patients with the following conditions: damaged veins, obesity, allergies, burned, scarred or traumatized tissues. Dealing with special populations such as pediatric, geriatric, hearing and visually impaired, and non-English speaking patients; the awareness of the importance of culture. Covers arterial, IV, and special collection procedures. Prerequisite: AHE 113 or equivalent with minimum C grade or Department Chair permission.
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6.00 Credits
Clinical practicum for students pursuing a phlebotomy assistant certificate. Application of knowledge and skills in a medical facility. Includes interaction with health care professionals and patients, discussions and critical analysis of experiences in clinical externships, legal concepts, professionalism, and an understanding and appreciation of other cultures. Must be 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED to meet Washington state requirements. Prerequisite: AHE 113, or equivalent, and completion of required courses for phlebotomy certificate with minimum C grade, Department Chair permission, possess a current Health Care Provider CPR and First Aid card, have completed a 7-hour AIDS prevention seminar, and completed the Hepatitis B vaccination series and any other required immunizations; and present evidence of a current TB test.
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5.00 Credits
Application of professional skills in organizing, analyzing, and technically evaluating records for accuracy and completeness in the ambulatory health care setting. Covers assignment of correct code numbers to diagnoses and procedures for indexing health data and processing insurance claims. Prerequisite: MEDA 110 with minimum C grade or Department Chair permission.
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5.00 Credits
Application of professional skills in organizing, analyzing, and technically evaluating records for accuracy and completeness in the hospital health care setting. Covers assignment of correct code numbers to diagnoses and procedures for indexing health data and processing insurance claims. Prerequisite: MEDA 110 with minimum grade C or Department Chair permission.
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5.00 Credits
Transcription of recorded medical material in production of medical documents. Application of medical terminology, English, word processing, editing and transcription skills. Prerequisite: AHE 109, MEDA 111, and OFTEC 122 with minimum C grade in each or Department Chair permission.
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2.00 Credits
An introduction to and workshop in the design, layout, creative writing, editing, and production of periodical publications. May include one or more of the following: yearbook, art & literary journal, and/or newsletter. Prerequisite: previous or current enrollment in literary or visual arts course (such as creative writing, photography, journalism, media) recommended or instructor permission.
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3.00 Credits
Introduction to media production, offering hands-on use of audio and video equipment. Students will develop technical and artistic skills while working as members of production teams.
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