High-Tech Institute

Medical Technician Programs at High-Tech Institute

• Dental Assistant Description: Dental Assistants perform various patient care, office and laboratory duties in both small and large dental practices. They're responsible for making patients as comfortable as possible, preparing them for treatment, and obtaining dental records. During a patient exam, Dental Assistants hand instruments and materials to dentists, and keep patients' mouths clear by using suction or other devices. What does our Dental Assistant program offer you?- The fundamentals of dental x-ray - Education in dental science and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification - Chairside training with regard to dental equipment, instruments and tray set-ups - Knowledge of proper laboratory procedures - An introduction to dental health and preventative dentistry - Basic dental office administration duties for large or small dental practices - Externship in a dental facility

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• Dental Assistant - Diploma Description: Dental Assistants perform various patient care, office and laboratory duties in both small and large dental practices. They're responsible for making patients as comfortable as possible, preparing them for treatment, and obtaining dental records. During a patient exam, Dental Assistants hand instruments and materials to dentists, and keep patients' mouths clear by using suction or other devices. What does our Dental Assistant program offer you?- The fundamentals of dental x-ray - Education in dental science and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification - Chairside training with regard to dental equipment, instruments and tray set-ups - Knowledge of proper laboratory procedures - An introduction to dental health and preventative dentistry - Basic dental office administration duties for large or small dental practices - Externship in a dental facility

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• Massage Therapy Description: A Massage Therapist uses manual therapeutic techniques to massage soft tissues (such as muscle) that have been affected by stress, injury and illness. The primary goal of massage therapy is to loosen and relax muscles and their surrounding connective tissue coverings, and relieve the painful muscle tension that inevitably erodes your energy level. What does our Massage Therapy program offer you?- Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology in relation to soft tissue injury and treatment - Supervised training in traditional Swedish massage and other treatments like hydrotherapy, sports massage, deep tissue massage, chair massage, reflexology, aromatherapy, lymphatic drainage and spa treatments - Direction for the use of proper body mechanics for injury prevention - Education in nutrition, stress management and wellness - Training in first aid, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification - Comprehensive study of skills needed to start and operate a Massage Therapy business - Supervised Clinic in a clinical setting

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• Medical Assistant Description: Medical Assistants perform routine administrative and clinical tasks in the offices and clinics of physicians, podiatrists, chiropractors and optometrists. In small practices, they are "generalists," who handle both administrative and clinical duties and report directly to an office manager, physician, or other health practitioner. Those in large practices tend to specialize in a particular area under the supervision of department administrators. What does our Medical Assistant program offer you?- Theory and practical application in the fundamentals of medical diagnostic techniques - Study of the anatomy and physiology of the body and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification - Knowledge of standard clinical and laboratory procedures - Training with regard to venipuncture, injections, electrocardiography (EKG), measurement of vital signs, and preparation for physical and specialty exams - Required administrative procedures for use in a physician's office or clinic - An introduction to medical insurance coding and claim processing - An externship in a medical facility

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• Medical Assistant - Diploma Description: Medical Assistants perform routine administrative and clinical tasks in the offices and clinics of physicians, podiatrists, chiropractors and optometrists. In small practices, they are "generalists," who handle both administrative and clinical duties and report directly to an office manager, physician, or other health practitioner. Those in large practices tend to specialize in a particular area under the supervision of department administrators. What does our Medical Assistant program offer you?- Theory and practical application in the fundamentals of medical diagnostic techniques - Study of the anatomy and physiology of the body and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification - Knowledge of standard clinical and laboratory procedures - Training with regard to venipuncture, injections, electrocardiography (EKG), measurement of vital signs, and preparation for physical and specialty exams - Required administrative procedures for use in a physician's office or clinic - An introduction to medical insurance coding and claim processing - An externship in a medical facility

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• Medical Billing and Coding Description: Medical Billing and Coding Specialists are primarily responsible for submitting documentation of care they've provided to insurance companies. To do this, they handle day-to-day medical billing procedures, complete claim forms, schedule appointments, explain insurance benefits to patients and bill insurance companies, They also may be responsible for office bookkeeping and other administrative duties. What does our Medical Billing and Coding program offer you?- A general overview of health care and health insurance - Training in insurance billing and medical coding - Instruction for organizing and maintaining medical records - Awareness of insurance claim reimbursement methodologies - The study of human anatomy and physiology and common diseases - An introduction to medical terminology and pharmacology - Knowledge of medical office administrative responsibilities - Externship in a medical office or a hospital

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• Medical Billing and Coding - Diploma Description: Medical Billing and Coding Specialists are primarily responsible for submitting documentation of care they've provided to insurance companies. To do this, they handle day-to-day medical billing procedures, complete claim forms, schedule appointments, explain insurance benefits to patients and bill insurance companies, They also may be responsible for office bookkeeping and other administrative duties. What does our Medical Billing and Coding program offer you?- A general overview of health care and health insurance - Training in insurance billing and medical coding - Instruction for organizing and maintaining medical records - Awareness of insurance claim reimbursement methodologies - The study of human anatomy and physiology and common diseases - An introduction to medical terminology and pharmacology - Knowledge of medical office administrative responsibilities - Externship in a medical office or a hospital

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• Pharmacy Technician Description: Pharmacy Technicians help licensed pharmacists provide medication and other health care products to patients. Technicians usually perform routine tasks to help prepare prescribed medication for patients, such as counting tablets and labeling bottles. Technicians refer any questions regarding prescriptions, drug information, or health matters to a pharmacist. What does our Pharmacy Technician program offer you?- Study of the anatomy and physiology of the body and of drugs/antibiotics used to treat common diseases - Familiarity with prescription and non-prescription drugs, herbal remedies and dietary supplements - Training with regard to the functions of hospital pharmacies; how to interpret physician's orders, maintain records, complete orders, fill unit dose carts, stock floor inventory, and more - Training with regard to the functions of retail pharmacies; how to process drug orders, maintain inventory, calculate dosing, price and stock medication, and more - An introduction to federal and state pharmacy laws - An externship at a clinical site

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