HEALTH UNIT COORDINATOR PROGRAM

• Health Unit Coordinator
  *HSD/GED recommended

HEALTH UNIT COORDINATOR -
This program prepares students for entry level employment in a hospital nursing unit or skilled nursing facility as a health unit coordinator. The health unit coordinator initiates records for new patients, records information from nursing records, uses medical terminology, abbreviations/symbols, transcribes physician orders, performs clerical functions for admissions, discharges /transfers patients, maintain unit supplies, communicate with other departments by telephone, intercom, pagers, text message, tube system, and computer. Must have keyboarding and computer skills.

MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE  PROGRAM

• Healthcare Essentials
• Medical Front Office
• Electronic Records (25 wpm)
  *HSD/GED recommended

HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS
This introductory course is a prerequisite for all of the medical programs at Vista Adult School/ROP, including Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy Technician, Medical Insurance Billing Certificated Programs, and Medical Front Office. The course consists of modules in medical terminology, computer literacy, safety and health, body structures and function, medical math, ethical and legal responsibilities, and success strategies. Students must attend orientation to register.

MEDICAL ASSISTANT FRONT OFFICE
You will be challenged with real-world projects, simulations, specific knowledge and skills needed to work in a medical front office. Acquire skills in NDC Medisoft, Microsoft Office, keyboarding, Internet, email, file management, and medical terminology. Use NDC Medisoft to schedule patient appointments, prepare charts, medical records, enter diagnostic and procedure codes, patient charges, payments, print statements and receipts, referral, medical forms. Students must attend orientation to register. Must have keyboarding and computer skills. Prerequisite: Healthcare Essentials.

INTRODUCTION TO PAPERLESS MEDICAL RECORDS, ONLINE
Learn the fundamentals of managing Electronic Health Records (EHR) on the computer. Ninety percent of our medical records are now being kept electronically, with a full conversion expected by the year 2014. This course will introduce students to the field of Electronic Health Records by learning the steps to EHR Implementation, EHR frame work, content, visit management, problem/medication/allergy management, examination/ graphic/chart notes, treatment plans/orders, patient communication, reports, registry, and continuing care of the patient. Students must have intermediate computer skills, be able to type 25 wpm and have an email account. Students must attend orientation to register. Prerequisite: Medical Front Office.

 MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE  PROGRAM

• Healthcare Essentials
• Medical Front Office
• Electronic Records (25 wpm)
  *HSD/GED recommended

HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS
This introductory course is a prerequisite for all of the medical programs at Vista Adult School/ROP, including Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy Technician, Medical Insurance Billing Certificated Programs, and Medical Front Office. The course consists of modules in medical terminology, computer literacy, safety and health, body structures and function, medical math, ethical and legal responsibilities, and success strategies. Students must attend orientation to register.

MEDICAL ASSISTANT FRONT OFFICE
You will be challenged with real-world projects, simulations, specific knowledge and skills needed to work in a medical front office. Acquire skills in NDC Medisoft, Microsoft Office, keyboarding, Internet, email, file management, and medical terminology. Use NDC Medisoft to schedule patient appointments, prepare charts, medical records, enter diagnostic and procedure codes, patient charges, payments, print statements and receipts, referral, medical forms. Students must attend orientation to register. Must have keyboarding and computer skills. Prerequisite: Healthcare Essentials.

INTRODUCTION TO PAPERLESS MEDICAL RECORDS, ONLINE
Learn the fundamentals of managing Electronic Health Records (EHR) on the computer. Ninety percent of our medical records are now being kept electronically, with a full conversion expected by the year 2014. This course will introduce students to the field of Electronic Health Records by learning the steps to EHR Implementation, EHR frame work, content, visit management, problem/medication/allergy management, examination/ graphic/chart notes, treatment plans/orders, patient communication, reports, registry, and continuing care of the patient. Students must have intermediate computer skills, be able to type 25 wpm and have an email account. Students must attend orientation to register. Prerequisite: Medical Front Office.

MEDICAL  ASSISTANT  PROGRAM
Required Courses:

• Healthcare Essentials
• Medical Front Office & MA Clinical A
• MA Clinical B
• Phlebotomy (Optional)
  *HSD/GED required

HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS
This introductory course is a prerequisite for all of the medical programs at Vista Adult School/ROP, including Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy Technician, Medical Insurance Billing Certificated Programs, and Medical Front Office. The course consists of modules in medical terminology, computer literacy, safety and health, body structures and function, medical math, ethical and legal responsibilities, and success strategies. Students must attend orientation to register.

MEDICAL ASSISTANT FRONT OFFICE
You will be challenged with real-world projects, simulations, specific knowledge and skills needed to work in a medical front office. Acquire skills in NDC Medisoft, Microsoft Office, keyboarding, Internet, email, file management, and medical terminology. Use NDC Medisoft to schedule patient appointments, prepare charts, medical records, enter diagnostic and procedure codes, patient charges, payments, print statements and receipts, referral, medical forms. Students must attend orientation to register. Must have keyboarding and computer skills. Prerequisite: Healthcare Essentials.

MEDICAL ASSISTANT, CLINICAL PART A
In this Back Office class students are introduced to the field of medical assistant and the history of medicine. Students learn medical terminology, pharmacology, medical law and ethics, CPR and more. Proper handling of specimens, taking vital signs, administering injections, and laboratory procedures are covered. This course includes how to assist the physician with minor treatment or diagnostic testing, patient preparation, and use of various supplies and equipment such as electrocardiograph and audiometer. Students must attend orientation to register. Prerequisite: Medical Front Office.

MEDICAL ASSISTANT, CLINICAL PART B
In this class students continue their education in the field of medical assistant and the history of medicine. Students learn medical terminology, pharmacology, medical law and ethics, CPR and more. Proper handling of specimens, taking vital signs, administering injections, and laboratory procedures are covered. Course includes how to assist the physician with minor treatment or diagnostic testing, patient preparation, and use of various supplies and equipment such as electrocardiograph and audiometer. Prerequisite: Medical Front Office and Medical Assistant, Clinical Part A. Students must attend orientation to register.

PHLEBOTOMY (OPTIONAL)
This California state approved course provides entry-level and upgrade instruction as well as practice in all methods of blood collection. Students learn techniques and devices for successful acquisition of blood specimens using both venous and capillary methods. Upon successful completion of the course and an internship, students are eligible for a state certification. Students must attend Orientation to register.
To refer to the Phlebotomy Program for detailed class information and requirements, please scroll down.

MEDICAL BILLING AND CODING PROGRAM

• Healthcare Essentials
• Medical Front Office
• Electronic Records (25 wpm)
• Medical Billing & Medical Coding
  *HSD/GED recommended

MEDICAL ASSISTANT FRONT OFFICE
You will be challenged with real-world projects, simulations, specific knowledge and skills needed to work in a medical front office. Acquire skills in NDC Medisoft, Microsoft Office, keyboarding, Internet, email, file management, and medical terminology. Use NDC Medisoft to schedule patient appointments, prepare charts, medical records, enter diagnostic and procedure codes, patient charges, payments, print statements and receipts, referral, medical forms. Students must attend orientation to register. Must have keyboarding and computer skills. Prerequisite: Healthcare Essentials.

INTRODUCTION TO PAPERLESS MEDICAL RECORDS, ONLINE
Learn the fundamentals of managing Electronic Health Records (EHR) on the computer. Ninety percent of our medical records are now being kept electronically, with a full conversion expected by the year 2014. This course will introduce students to the field of Electronic Health Records by learning the steps to EHR Implementation, EHR frame work, content, visit management, problem/medication/allergy management, examination/ graphic/chart notes, treatment plans/orders, patient communication, reports, registry, and continuing care of the patient. Students must have intermediate computer skills, be able to type 25 wpm and have an email account. Students must attend orientation to register. Prerequisite: Medical Front Office. Instructor: Parker

MEDICAL INSURANCE BILLING - offered Fall 2012
Medical Billing Specialists work in a variety of medical settings and companies that specialize in billing and coding for the industry. Topics covered: health insurance, medical documentation, Health Insurance Claim Form, Medicare, private insurance/ managed care systems, Disability Income Ins./Disability Benefits Programs, diagnostic/procedural coding, Medicaid/other state programs, TRICARE/CHAMPVA, EDI, receiving payments and insurance problem solving, office/insurance collections, Workers’ Comp, hospital billing, job search and professional advancement. Keyboarding skills are required to enter program. Students must attend orientation to register. Prerequisite: Medical Front Office.

ONLINE MEDICAL INSURANCE CODING
Coding professionals are in high demand. Coding drives the billing process (and gathers all the statistics) and more codes are now needed to comply with greater accuracy than ever before. The technical skill and knowledge creates great job opportunities and income. You will study medical terminology, coding theory and protocols, coding practicum, coding medical charts, ICD-9 and CPT codebooks. Students must attend orientation to register. Prerequisite: Completion of Medical Insurance Billing or work experience. Students must have typing speed of 25 wpm and computer skills. Prerequisite: Medical Insurance Billing.

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN PROGRAM

• Pharmacy Technician
  *HSD/GED required

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN I
You can become skilled to be a Pharmacy Technician. Gain the knowledge needed to work under the supervision of a Registered Pharmacist. Learn pharmaceutical and medical terms, abbreviations and symbols; dosage calculations; identification of drugs, drug dosages, routes of administration and storage requirements; techniques related to manufacturing, packaging and labeling prescriptions. This instructional and clinical lab program meets the California State Board of Pharmacy requirement in order to earn a pharmacy technician registration. Students must attend an orientation to register.

PHARMACY TECHNICIAN II
New Pharmacy Technician II offers additional training to increase your marketabilityand prepare you for entry into the dynamic world of the Hospital Pharmacy. Hospital pharmacy technicians may prepare intravenous medications, fill inpatient medications, transport medication to and from nursing floors and departments, enter data and manage inpatient medication documentation, and adhere to pharmacy safety protocols. Expand your pharmacy knowledge and employment opportunities, take advantage of this six week training program & enroll now! Prerequisite: Pharmacy Technician I.

PHLEBOTOMY TECHNICIAN PROGRAM

• Healthcare Essentials
• Anatomy & Physiology
• Phlebotomy Didactic
• Phlebotomy CC
  * HSD/GED, TB & Hep B required

HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS
This introductory course is a prerequisite for all of the medical programs at Vista Adult School/ROP, including Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy Technician, Medical Insurance Billing Certificated Programs, and Medical Front Office. The course consists of modules in medical terminology, computer literacy, safety and health, body structures and function, medical math, ethical and legal responsibilities, and success strategies. Students must attend orientation to register.

ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY
In this course you will examine the body systems: digestive, urinary, skeletal, cardiovascular, nervous, reproductive, lymphatic, respiratory, endocrine, integumentary, sense organs, neurological and muscular. Related studies of the body systems will include common forms, diseases, medical codes and prescription drugs that correlate to diseases and anatomy functions.

 
PHLEBOTOMY DIDACTIC
This California state approved course provides entry-level and upgrade instruction as well as practice in all methods of blood collection. Students learn techniques and devices for successful acquisition of blood specimens using both venous and capillary methods. Upon successful completion of the course and an internship, students are eligible for a state certification. Students must attend orientation to register.

PHLEBOTOMY CC
After completing the didactic portion of the Phlebotomy program, students will then need to complete their externship to qualify for the CPT1. Students need to expect to be placed on full time externships (up to 40 hours a week) immediately following their didactic class.

TRANSCRIPTIONIST PROGRAM

• Healthcare Essentials
• Medical Transcription (40 wpm)
  * High School Reading level  required
  * HSD/GED recommended

HEALTHCARE ESSENTIALS
This introductory course is a prerequisite for all of the medical programs at Vista Adult School/ROP, including Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy Technician, Medical Insurance Billing Certificated Programs, and Medical Front Office. The course consists of modules in medical terminology, computer literacy, safety and health, body structures and function, medical math, ethical and legal responsibilities, and success strategies. Students must attend orientation to register.

 
MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION ONLINE
Become workplace-ready as a medical transcriptionist! Includes transcription for medical specialties, editing and proofreading skills using authentic medical documents, medical terminology, definitions and pronunciations for each medical specialty, and transcription of over 110 authentic dictated medical documents. Styles and formats align with American Association for Medical Transcription (AAMT). Transcriptionist’s USB Foot Control and Headset available to use on campus. Students must attend orientation to register. Prerequisite: Must type 40 wpm.

ELECTIVES

ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY
In this course you will examine the body systems: digestive, urinary, skeletal, cardiovascular, nervous, reproductive, lymphatic, respiratory, endocrine, integumentary, sense organs, neurological and muscular. Related studies of the body systems will include common forms, diseases, medical codes and prescription drugs that correlate to diseases and anatomy functions.

BASIC SPANISH FOR THE MEDICAL WORKPLACE- Will not be offered at this time
This introductory class is designed for people who are considering medical careers or who currently work in the medical field. This course is designed so that medical professionals, medical students, and anyone with a general interest in Spanish in the medical workplace can learn the medical Spanish terminology and Spanish speaking patient interaction skills necessary to establish or improve their ability to diagnose, take patient medical histories, and better relate to their patients and their families in a culturally sensitive manner.


HEALTHCARE CAREER PREPARATION
FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS
This introductory class is designed for intermediate second language students who are considering medical career training. This course covers correct usage of common medical terms, an introduction to the healthcare industry and various careers. Students must attend orientation, call
631-5855. Students who finish this class can join our Health Academy.

MEDICAL KEYBOARDING ONLINE, OR IN THE CLASSROOM
In this class you will become proficient in medical keyboarding by keying medical terminology, medical abbreviations, symbols, punctuation, grammar, format layout and more. Learn to format medical documents including consultation reports, pathology reports, history and physical examination reports, operative reports and SOAP notes. Students must attend orientation to register. Prerequisite: Must type 25 wpm. After registering during orientation, you will be provided with the instructor’s email — contact the instructor. On the first day of class, the instructor will email you information on how to start your online course from home.

MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY ONLINE
This introductory class is designed for people considering medical careers training or for individuals currently in the medical field who want to expand their knowledge and experience. A study of the meaning and correct usage of common medical terms. Students must attend orientation to register.