Clinical Medical Assistant

Holders of the digital certificate and badge from Cleveland State University's Clinical Medical Assistant training have the following competencies:

1. Patient-Centered Care: Understanding and demonstrating the clinical medical assistant's role in providing care tailored to the needs of individual patients.

2. Medical Safety Practices: Adhering to safety practices, measures, and standards within medical facilities.

3. Clinical Procedures Proficiency: Executing clinical tasks such as taking vital signs, administering medications, and assisting in minor surgical procedures.

4. Pharmacology Knowledge: Understanding the administration of medications and related pharmacology.

5. EKG Proficiency: Applying knowledge of cardiac physiology to perform and interpret EKGs and identify common dysrhythmias.

6. Specimen Collection: Safely and accurately performing phlebotomy and other specimen collection procedures.

7. Medical Office Operations: Managing tasks related to patient encounters, including documentation, patient preparation, and quality care maintenance.

8. Healthcare for Special Populations: Providing care with consideration for pediatric and geriatric patients.

9. Ethical and Legal Compliance: Navigating common legal, ethical, and regulatory issues in clinical settings.

10. Professional Communication: Effectively communicating within the healthcare setting, including verbal, nonverbal, and written forms.

To receive the digital certificate/badge in Clinical Medical Assistance, holders of the badge have completed all assessments at 80% or above.