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Medical Assisting with Phlebotomy

Medical Assisting with Phlebotomy

If you’re passionate about starting a rewarding career in healthcare, our Medical Assisting with Phlebotomy program at Contra Costa Medical Career College is the perfect opportunity for you. In just 35 weeks, this program is designed to equip you with essential clinical and administrative skills, preparing you to excel as a medical assistant.

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At Contra Costa Medical Career College our Medical Assisting with Phlebotomy program is tailored to prepare students for success in the rapidly expanding healthcare industry. Medical Assistants play a vital role, handling essential administrative and clinical tasks that support doctors and medical practices.

In just 35 weeks, our program offers comprehensive training, equipping students with the skills needed to excel in both clinical and administrative roles. Guided by experienced instructors, students gain invaluable hands-on experience through a Clinical Experience component, ensuring they’re ready to thrive in the real world.

This Medical Assisting Program combines the Clinical and Medical Administrative/Billing and Coding, EKG/ECG Technician, and Phlebotomy Technician courses into one comprehensive program. Medical Terminology and basic Anatomy and Physiology will also be covered.

With our comprehensive training, you’ll be ready to embark on a rewarding healthcare career in as few as 35 weeks!

In the Medical Assisting with Phlebotomy program, you’ll learn everything here and more:

  • Medical Terminology
  • Medical Office Procedures
  • Medical Records Keeping and Electronic Medical Records
  • Patient Vital Signs
  • Venipuncture and Injections
  • Use of Laboratory equipment, including centrifuges and autoclaves
  • Use of Electrocardiogram (EKG) equipment
  • Comprehensive medical coding and billing procedures
  • Medical terminology
  • Current medical software
  • Medical billing software
  • How to prepare and file insurance claims
  • How to analyze benefits
  • Trends in the insurance industry

Medical Assisting with Phlebotomy Program Overview

  • Total Weeks in program:
    • 35 Weeks
  • Quarter Credit Hours: 43
  • Total Clock Hours: 640
  • Classroom Hours: 300
  • Laboratory Hours: 100
  • Clinical Externship Hours: 160
  • Clinical Practical Training Hours: 80

Graduates receive a Certificate of Completion and are prepared for careers in positions that may include:

  • Medical Assistant
  • Medical Records and Health Information Technician
  • Medical Secretary
  • Reception and Information Clerk

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Give us a call today at (925) 757-2900 with any questions you may have. Walk-ins are always welcome! Stop by for a campus tour and explore the exciting possibilities for your new career! We can’t wait to meet you.

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FAQs about Contra Costa Medical Career College’s Medical Assisting with Phlebotomy Program

What Does a Medical Assistant Do?

Medical assistants play a key role in healthcare by performing both clinical and administrative tasks, like taking vital signs, assisting with exams, scheduling appointments, and managing medical records. Depending on the setting, they may also draw blood, give injections, or support insurance processing. It’s a hands-on, fast-paced career that offers flexibility and room to grow.

How Long is Contra Costa Medical Career College’s Medical Assisting with Phlebotomy Program?

Contra Costa Medical Career College’s Medical Assisting with Phlebotomy program can be completed in as few as 35 weeks.

What Types of Jobs Can I Find After Completing Contra Costa Medical Career College’s Medical Assisting with Phlebotomy Program?

Many of Contra Costa Medical Career College’s Medical Assisting with Phlebotomy graduates go to work in clinics, doctors’ offices, medical groups, surgery centers, and specialty clinics such as pediatrics, oncology, and neurology. Our Career Services department provides every student with a wide range of career support services and comprehensive job placement assistance.

How Does Contra Costa Medical Career College’s Medical Assisting with Phlebotomy Program Prepare Me For A Job?

In Contra Costa Medical Career College’s Medical Assisting with Phlebotomy program, you’ll gain real-world skills to work in both the front and back office of a medical facility. This Medical Assisting Program combines the Clinical Medical Assisting, Medical Administrative Assistant/Billing and Coding, EKG/ECG Technician, and Phlebotomy Technician courses into one comprehensive program. Students learn skills including how to take vital signs, prepare patients for exams, and manage medical records and insurance forms. Medical Terminology and basic Anatomy and Physiology are also covered. Our hands-on training prepares you for the tasks employers are hiring for, so you can step confidently into your healthcare career.

Our Career Services department also provides every student with a wide range of support services and job placement assistance.

What Do I Need to Enroll in the Medical Assisting with Phlebotomy Program at Contra Costa Medical Career College?

To enroll, you’ll need a high school diploma or a GED. Submit an interest form, visit our campus, or call 925-757-2900 to get in contact with our admissions team.