LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The Medical Assisting program at Sullivan University’s Lexington campus has been ranked the top medical assisting program in Kentucky.
The No. 1 ranking of Sullivan’s Associate of Science in Medical Assisting was announced by Medical Assistant Advice, an online site of educators and medical assistant professionals who bring their experience and expertise to guide current medical assistants or those who are seeking information on the profession.
In the announcement, Medical Assistant Advice says that Sullivan’s program – which takes around 18 months to complete – trains students in both the front and back office functions of medical assisting. The program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) upon recommendation of the Medical Assisting Education Review Board (MAERB).
“The skills you master include scheduling appointments, patient record keeping, billing and insurance, drawing blood, taking vital signs, administration of medications, EKGs (Electrocardiogram), and assisting the physician during minor procedures carried out at the medical office,” the announcement said. “Besides, you will learn about keyboarding essentials, public speaking, professional development, and also participate in two externships at local medical settings.”