Medical Assistant Program

The medical assistant program at Ohio University – Chillicothe Campus prepares students for careers as a medical assistant, clinical medical assistant, specialized medical assistant, medical receptionist, front office administration, clinical supervisor, medical office manager, and health services manager. The program focuses on providing medical office administrative services and performing clinical duties. Program courses include: basic anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, medical law and ethics, patient psychology and communications, medical office procedures, and clinical diagnostics, examination, testing and treatment procedures. Get more details below including other Ohio colleges that offer medical assistant program.

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Ohio University – Chillicothe Campus

45425 National Rd W, Saint Clairsville, OH

Ohio University - Chillicothe Campus is a public university that has a large number of degrees available for students to choose from. The school is located in Chillicothe, Ohio, in a predominantly rural area. Ohio University - Chillicothe Campus has a yearly student enrollment of nearly two thousand.

Areas of study available at Ohio University - Chillicothe Campus include but are not limited to:

• Nursing
• Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences
• Liberal Arts
• Business Administration

The school has an open enrollment policy, admitting any applicants that meet the basic requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, records, test scores, and personal statements may be required for certain programs. More information regarding admissions can be found at chillicothe.ohiou.edu.

Tuition & fees at this school vary for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs around $5,200 per year and out-of-state tuition costing $9,900 per year. Students at this school may qualify for aid which is usually scholarships, grants, and loans.

Contact information, financial aid information, areas of study, and more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.chillicothe.ohiou.edu.

Career Options for Graduates

Medical Assistants

Description

Perform administrative and certain clinical duties under the direction of a physician. Administrative duties may include scheduling appointments, maintaining medical records, billing, and coding information for insurance purposes. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by physician.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, medical assistants employment is expected to grow at a rate of 23.5% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Wheeling, WV-OH
  • Total Employment: 350
  • Average Hourly Rate: $12.78
  • Average Annual Salary: $26580

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).