University at Buffalo (UB)
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Registered Medical Assistant
Medical assistants complete administrative and clinical tasks in the offices of physicians, hospitals, and other healthcare facilities. Their duties vary with the location, specialty and size of the practice.
Curriculum Overview
You will learn the basics of Registered Medical Assistant procedures including:
- Medical Terminology
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Basic Patient Care
- Laboratory & Diagnostic Procedures
- Fundamentals of Pharmacology
- Human Biology
- Patient Billing
- Word processing for Medical Office
- Administrative Procedures for the Medical Assistant
- Computer Fundamentals
- 160 hours of off-site clinical and administrative internship
Additional Information
Career Outlook
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Registered Medical Assistants can expect a median annual wage of $37,380 or $17.97 per hour.
Registered Medical Assistants are categorized as a “bright outlook” occupation which is expected to grow rapidly in the next several years, will have a large number of job openings, or are new and emerging occupations.
Places You Can Work
Registered Medical Assistant students are prepared to work in a variety of healthcare settings, including:
- Hospitals
- Ambulatory surgery centers
- Physicians’ offices and clinics
Positions You Can Have
Gain skills to work in positions such as:
- Medical Assistant
- Immediate Treatment Assistant
- Nurse Assistant
- Patient Access Specialist
- Clinical Support Assistant
Upon successful completion, students earn:
- Buffalo Educational Opportunity Center Certificate of Completion
- Customer Service from NRF
- National Registered Medical Assistant Certification from American Medical Technologists
Program Information
Open Enrollment
Days - Monday through Thursday
Times - 5:00PM to 8:55PM
Program Length - 9 months
Course Delivery - remote, online, & in-person
Program Requirements
Before you start this class, you must:
- Meet minimum TABE Reading (556) and Math (550) scores
- Attend a program information session
- Complete the Allied Health Customer Service (AH-CS) Program
Days
Monday and Wednesday
Time
4:00 p.m. - 7:55 p.m.
Program Length
7.5 weeks
Course Delivery
In person
Courses
- Computer Fundamentals
- Career Readiness
- Customer Service
- Student Success Strategies
For more information, contact Admissions
Phone
716-645-1900
If you send an email, please include your last name, first name, and the program in the subject line of your email.