Get the opportunity to become an important member of the health care team and to prepare for work in physician offices and clinics. Emphasis on safety, front desk reception, clinical and administrative skills, and assisting with examinations and treatment.
- Communications
- Medical Law and Ethics
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Phlebotomy/Venipuncture
- First Aid
- Laboratory Procedures
- Pharmacology
- Clinical Practices
- Sterilization Techniques
- Infection Control
- Medical Terminology
- Electrocardiography
- Medical Specialties
- Electronic Health Records
- Medical Administrative Duties
- Accounts Management
- Office Management
- Billing Procedures (including Electronic)
- Vital Signs
- Clinical Internship
Helpful Preparatory Courses
Biology
1. V-neck top
2. Draw string pants
3. White rubber soled closed leather shoes/sneakers
Second-Year Students – After being approved for clinic, purchase:
1. V-neck top
2. Draw string pants
3. White rubber soled leather shoes/sneakers
4. White crew socks or stockings
5. White crew neck tee shirt
6. Watch with second hand
7. Black stethoscope
8. Name tag
9. Physical Examination
* Check with teacher for scrubs/uniform specifications and supplies.
CTE Endorsement
Students must successfully meet the academic and attendance criteria for a two-year Wilson Tech Certificate of Completion, be High School diploma eligible, and pass the following national certification exam: CHP, Certified Health Professionals Clinical Medical Assisting Exam and complete the clinical internship.
About the instructor
Crystal Gatto is a health instructor for Wilson Tech’s secondary and adult programs. Her career branched out from advertising and communications to the medical field where she has been a practice administrator for more than 10 years. She is a NYS certified medical assisting teacher for grades 7-12 as well as a certified clinical and administrative medical assistant.
Terry Spencer has 18 years of experience performing clinical and administrative procedures in internal medicine, oncology, pediatric dermatology and gastroenterology. She has trained and supervised medical assistants and also run her own medical billing and transcription business. She holds a bachelor’s in business economics from SUNY Oneonta and a master’s in education from LIU-CW Post. She has completed a state-approved medical assisting program and is NYS certified in special education K-12 and medical assisting 7-12.Suzanne Drake is a Medical Assisting teacher at Wilson Tech, where she prepares high school students for careers in healthcare. Prior to entering education, she gained extensive clinical experience as a Medical Assistant in several specialties, including pediatrics, internal medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, and orthopedics. She also served for many years as a clinical laboratory instructor where she trained students in essential laboratory procedures. Suzanne holds New York State certifications as a Clinical & Administrative Medical Assistant, Certified Phlebotomy Technician, and Certified EKG Technician. She brings real-world clinical knowledge into the classroom and is passionate about providing students with the practical skills and professional foundation needed for success in healthcare. Her goal is to inspire students as they explore and pursue future careers in the medical field.