PROGRAM OBJECTIVES -

The Medical Assistant Program is designed so that upon completion the “M.A.” will relieve the doctors of most detail work and routine responsibility thus freeing them to make their diagnosis by concentration on some of the in formation the Medical Assistant has previously gathered and their own physical findings. This enables the doctors to give superior care to an increased number of patients.

It should be understood the “MA” is not a Medical Lab Technologist, X-Ray Technician, Physical Therapist, RN or medical secretary. The Medical Assistant is, rather, more important to the doctors and their offices possess­ing, as they do, the knowledge in several fields to serve the doctors in a pro­ficient manner. This program is intended to provide an entry-level education to those who possess a High School Diploma or its equivalency. Credit may be granted for previous programs attended after submission of the appropriate documentation from an institution which is Accredited by an agency recognized by the USDOE or CHEA and review by the Academy. No test-out procedures are used. No distance learning is offered.

 PROGRAM DESCRIPTION -

The brief description listed is meant to show the wide scope of the program of instruction, which allows “DVA” graduates to work not only in private physicians’ offices and Medical Centers, but also in hospitals, laboratories, clinics, and the Armed Forces. Inquire at the Placement Assistance Office for examples of the varied types of job opportunities available to Delaware Valley Academy graduates through our Job Placement Assistance Program.

 MAJOR EQUIPMENT -

The Medical Assistant classrooms resemble a general medical office setting with such equipment as examination tables, physical therapy units, EKG machines, surgical trays, instruments, and supply cabinets stocked with the basic equipment utilized by most practicing physicians. The laboratory areas are equipped with microscopes and the necessary supplies for venipuncture and basic chemical analysis testing. The front office area includes typewrit­ers, computers, teletrainers and a varied supply of office and insurance forms. Lectures, and audio/visual presentations are also conducted in the Medical Assistant classrooms.

 INTRODUCTION – 3 Weeks – 42 Hours

During the Introduction Module you will be familiarized with the basic rules and regulations of the Academy and the Medical Assistant Program itself, proper study habits, organizational skills, Medical Terminology including basic prefixes and suffixes, keyboarding and basic computer knowledge. 

 MODULE A – 6 Weeks – 135 Hours

Your objective is to become proficient with patient medical and financial records, patient vital signs, office financial records, third party billing, and sterilization procedures.

 MODULE B – 6 Weeks – 135 Hours

Your objective is to learn injections, pharmacology, patient positioning, physical therapy, medical instruments, tray setups, dressing and bandaging.

 MODULE C – 5 Weeks – 112.5 Hours

Your objective is to become proficient in electrocardiograms, eye and ear procedures, pediatric measurements, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and medical specialties.

 MODULE  D – 7 Weeks – 157.5 Hours

Your objective is to master handling of body fluids, obtaining blood (capillary and venous) and urine samples, performing various blood and urine tests and learning to use various laboratory equipment such as the microscope, centrifuges, clinitek 50 and glucometers.

 INTERNSHIP – 8 Weeks – 240 Hours

You are expected to perform an internship of 30 hours a week for 8 weeks.  The hours will be scheduled by the internship office according to their needs. You will utilize the skills developed at DVA to perform the duties of a Medical Assistant in a Medical Facility.

 REGISTERED MEDICAL ASSISTANT (RMA)

Upon satisfactory completion of Delaware Valley Academy’s Medical Assistant Program a diploma is awarded, which makes our graduates eligible to take the “Certification Examination for Registered Medical Assistants.” For more information about becoming a Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) inquire at the Academy.

 CLASSES AND SCHEDULING -

 Day classes are Monday thru Friday; Evening classes are Monday thru Thursday. Classes begin at various times throughout the year. A schedule of class hours and starting  dates is enclosed on the services & tuition page of this site.

E-mail: delvalacad@aol.com or call 215-676-1200

Delaware Valley Academy of Medical & Dental Assistants

Grant Academy Shopping Center

3330 Grant Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19114

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