Dr Office and Hospital Procedures

This hybrid course introduces and prepares students in the management of doctor's office and hospital procedures. Using an electronic medical record (EMR) system and office simulations, students will learn the process of patient record management, appointment scheduling and best practices in maintaining security and confidentiality of electronic and paper records. Students will explore, establish, and practice the management of varied health assistant's duties and responsibilities including patient preparation, referral form and laboratory requisition preparation, handling prescriptions, as well as infection control, petty cash, and cash disbursement journaling.