Medical Assisting Certificate

The Medical Assisting Certificate prepares students for entry-level employment in a physician’s clinic or a variety of other healthcare settings. Program graduates will have the academic, administrative, and clinical skills necessary for an allied healthcare professional. 

Oregon Coast Community College (OCCC)  has an articulation agreement with the Oregon Institute of Technology (OIT), for students graduating from the Medical Assistant Program to enable the students to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Health Care Management, Administration Option, at OIT.

The Medical Assistant program is offered at the OCCC North County Center in Lincoln City. 

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Intended Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Medical Assisting  Training Program students will:

  1. Interact in a caring and respectful manner with patients, families, and the health care team.
  2. Establish and manage office procedures and implement medical documentation systems using appropriate medical terminology.
  3. Perform the administrative business tasks required in a medical office.
  4. Assist the physician and other members of the health care team in clinical procedures related to the examination and treatment of patients.
  5. Comply with quality assurance requirements in performing clinical laboratory procedures.
  6. Perform common diagnostic procedures under a licensed health care provider to ensure patient comfort and safety.

Overview of the Role of Medical Assisting

Perform administrative and clinical duties under the direction of a physician or other medical practitioner. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, keeping medical records, billing, and insurance coding.

Employers look for candidates who can demonstrate they have the qualities necessary for success in the Medical Assisting field: candidates who:

  • Can think critically, solve problems and  construct practical solution
  • Have excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
  • Are nonjudgmental about the diverse populations of people
  • Are service oriented
  • Have the abilities for social perceptiveness

Additional Information

Forms and admission documents

Students must pass Fall term Medical Assisting classes to continue in the program.

Medical Assisting  Course Content and Outcome

NCMA 113 | Clinical Practicum I

NCMA 123 | Clinical Practicum II

NCMA 125 | Pharmacology

Career Information

Worksource Funding Information

State of Oregon Employment Department https://www.qualityinfo.org/home

 

Information for Medical Assisting Students

Medical Assisting 2021 – 2022 Student Handbook

Medical Assisting 2021 – 2022 Student Handbook Section II Appendices

 

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Disabilities

 

Oregon Coast Community College is committed to providing equal opportunities for students with disabilities throughout the College community. Students with documented disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Our philosophy is to maximize your independence and self-reliance, providing a variety of support options to assist you in achieving your educational and/or vocational objectives. To receive services, you must submit documentation of your disabling condition(s) to the Vice President of Student Affairs. To initiate support services, please call 541-867-8511 for assistance. Students are responsible for requesting, in a timely manner, accommodation and documenting the nature and extent of their disability.

 

Equal Opportunity & Non-Discrimination

 

The College prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law in any area, activity or operation of the College. The College also prohibits retaliation against an individual for engaging in activity protected under this policy, and interfering with rights or privileges granted under anti-discrimination laws. In addition, the College complies with applicable provisions of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (as amended), related Executive Orders 11246 and 11375, Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (as amended), Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (“USERRA’), and all local and state civil rights laws. Under this policy, equal opportunity for employment, admission, and participation in the College’s programs, services, and activities will be extended to all persons, and the College will promote equal opportunity and treatment through application of this policy and other College efforts designed for that purpose.

 

Persons having questions about equal opportunity and nondiscrimination should contact either: 
Vice President of Student Affairs
or
Joy Gutknecht, Human Resources Manager

Questions can also be mailed to their attention at:
400 SE College Way
Newport, OR  97366

 

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