12 courses with the subject MOA, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
An introduction to the role of Medical Assisting and to medical terminology. Emphasis is placed on professional attitude and behavior, patient psychology, history of medicine, and basic skills in the duties of receptionist and medical secretary.
Continuation of MOA 1101. This course covers administrative duties including telephone technique, processing of mail, reception of patients, scheduling of appointments, travel arrangements, filing systems, medical and non-medical re- cords, professional fees and credit arrangements, billing and collection proce- dures, banking, written communications, editorial duties, office management, and facilities and equipment.
This course is designed to introduce students to the medical language by word parts, analyzing and defining of terms, and word building. The course approaches medical terminology by body systems, emphasizing anatomical, medical, diagnos- tic, surgical, and diagnostic procedural terms for each system.
A study of the legal relationships of physician and patient, creation and termination of a contract, professional liability, malpractice, tort liability, breach of contract, the Medical Practice Acts, A.M.A. Principles of Medical Ethics, types of medical practice, and medical care health insurance plans.
A study of the basic principles of both medical economics and accounting includ- ing journalizing, posting to ledgers, and preparing financial statements. Approp- riate forms, payroll records, report preparation, and record-keeping devices, as they pertain to the medical office will be classified and summarized. Upon com- pletion of this course, students should be able to: keep a single entry set of books; maintain peg board; maintain a checking account; follow an efficient billing schedule; compose effective collection letters; apply rules for telephone requests for payment; handle special collection problems; explain medical fees and assist patients in planning financing of medical care.
An introductory course in pharmacotherapeutics. Medication sources, prepara- tions, actions, standards, and names are presented. Emphasis is placed on correct preparation, safe administration, and client’s response to medications. Actions and other pharmacologic properties of medication in each classification are pre- sented. Upon completion of the course, students should be able to identify major drugs and/or drug groups, recognize side effects, describe interaction of drugs, and relate various methods of administration of drugs to reactions.
A study of the types of insurance coverage most commonly used in medical facilities. Also included are basic medical and insurance abbreviations and terms, current procedural and diagnostic codings, and preparation of insurance forms.
Course is designed to introduce the student to the various laboratory procedures necessary to aid the physician in diagnosing the patient’s problems. Emphasis 154
Studies include the recognition of principles of clinical performance and develop- ment of techniques necessary for functioning as a medical assistant. Topics emphasized are: office housekeeping procedures; identification, storage, care, and ordering of equipment and supplies; medical and surgical asepsis; examina- tion room procedures; body mechanics; clinical pharmacology; and nutrition and diet therapy.
Continuation of MOA 1302. Course emphasizes laboratory rules of safety and responsible handling of equipment and reagents; identification of equipment, glassware, and supplies by sight and use; study of principles and procedures relative to hematology, bacteriology, immunology, and urinalysis. Upon comple- tion of the course, the student should be familiar not only with the procedures, but also with the purposes of the procedures and the norm ranges for the results; additionally, the student should be able to demonstrate proficiency in collecting specimens and carrying out routine laboratory examinations.
Continuation of MOA 1303. Studies include advanced examination room proce- dures, including patient instruction; selection and preparation of sterile supplies and equipment for surgical procedures; simple examination or treatment proce- dures such as obtaining vital signs, applying dressings, and conducting ear and eye irrigations and instillations; preparation and administration of medications; orientation to electrocardiography and x-ray; first aid and CPR; and professional behavior as demonstrated by dependability, responsibility, and initiative.
This course is a practicum in Medical Assisting. Each student is assigned to a physician’s office, clinic, or out-patient department. Upon completion of this course, students should be able to perform the duties of the medical assistant as they apply to the assigned office; demonstrate professional and communication skills necessary for the effective care of the patient; and express an understanding of the practice of comprehensive health care in the community.
Source: Stanly Community College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
