Title: Week 1 Learning Objectives
Course: AHS-141 RTZ > Section: Week 1

Introduction to Medical Assisting

A Medical Assistant works under the direction of a physician. Among the jobs a Medical Assistant performs are: interview patients, measure vital signs, keep billing records, inventory medical supplies, take x-rays, and performs a variety of tasks required for patient care.

Learning Objectives

1. Understand the goals and duties of a Medical Assistant.
2. Gain knowledge of the organizations associated with Medical Assistant profession.
3. Know why it is important to be a credentialed Medical Assistant.
4. Have a knowledge of what type of training is required to be a Medical Assistant.
5. What type of training (education) is required to be a Medical Assistant?