Medical Assistants are versatile allied healthcare professionals responsible for administering medications, assisting with minor procedures, recording vital signs, preparing patients and exam rooms, obtaining laboratory specimens, providing patient education, and more. Medical Scribes, on the other hand, play a vital role in the accurate creation and maintenance of patient medical records under the supervision of a physician. They document the patient’s history, physician-patient interactions, procedures performed, laboratory results, and other critical details. Together, these complementary roles equip graduates with a unique skill set that enhances efficiency, accuracy, and quality of care in any healthcare setting—making them highly valuable candidates in a competitive job market.

• Adhere to relevant laws, ethical standards, and regulations including the Omnibus Rule, HIPAA, and HITECH.

• Apply clinical care skills in patient preparation, measurement of vital signs, physician assistance, and specimen collection and testing.

• Manage patient scheduling processes, including provider scheduling, intake procedures, and record preparation.

• Demonstrate knowledge of laboratory testing and pharmacology as integrated with electronic health records (EHR).

• Explain the role of medical coding in clinic workflow and its impact on the revenue cycle.

• Exhibit professionalism by demonstrating strong communication, customer service, and other essential soft skills required of allied healthcare professionals.