MEDICAL ASSISTANT SPECIALIZED DIPLOMA PROGRAM ORIENTATION

MEDICAL ASSISTANT SPECIALIZED DIPLOMA PROGRAM ORIENTATION

WELCOME TO MEDICAL ASSISTING! INTRODUCTIONS Dr. Judith Rex – Dean of School of Health Sciences and Education Karen Stone – Program Coordinator and Instructor Jaye Brennan – Credentialing Coordinator

PROGRAM OVERVIEW – THE ROAD AHEAD Course Sequence Based on Successful Completion of Courses

PROGRAM OVERVIEW – THE ROAD AHEAD Progression through the Program Must Successfully Complete all Program Courses to Move Forward Observations – October and November (through St. Luke’s, if available) Externships – Third Semester (160 Hours) Requirements for Observations and Externships are Time-Sensitive

COURSE DELIVERY AND LOCATIONS Hybrid Course Delivery Lectures Online – Asynchronous Technology Needs Labs and Skills: Fowler Class – 3 Sections Monroe Class – 2 Sections Wednesdays 9:00 to 11:45 a.m. Saturdays8:00 to 10:45 a.m. Fridays 8:30 to 11:15 a.m. Saturdays12:00 to 2:45 p.m. Fridays 12:15 to 3:00 p.m.

SUPPORT SERVICES AND RESOURCES Learning Center Khan Academy Library Financial Aid Health Center IT Help Desk Role of Academic Advisors

ACCEPTANCE CHECKLIST REQUIREMENTS Due by June 30th Create your myRecordTracker Account (Section K) Upload to myRecordTracker PA Criminal Background Check (PATCH) (Section C) FBI Criminal Background Check (Fingerprints) (Section D) Child Abuse Clearance Uploaded (Section E) Signed Felony Disclosure Form Uploaded (Section F) Signed Allied Health Clinical Release Form Uploaded (Section G) Medical Marijuana Policy Acknowledgement (Section M)

STUDENT INFORMATION SHEET Document located on Health Science Resource Webpage at: https://www.northampton.edu/health-scien ce-resources.htm Complete form – front and back Upload to myRecordTracker Due by July 30th

ACCEPTANCE CHECKLIST REQUIREMENTS Upload to myRecordTracker by July 30th Completed Health Form including Physical Examination (Section I) Immunization Records for Varicella, MMR, Hepatitis B, TDAP Hepatitis B Surface Antibody Quantitative Titer Results First Step of TB Testing (Second Step should wait until August) Flu Vaccination – Do not obtain before September (Due October 1st) Covid-19 Vaccination – Reply YES if or NO and upload vaccination card, if applicable

ACCEPTANCE CHECKLIST REQUIREMENTS Upload to myRecordTracker by July 30th BLS for Healthcare Providers Certification (front and back) (Section H) Valid Health Insurance Card (front and back) Drug Screen (Section L) – DO NOT DO NOW! Instructions will be given at time of testing – 24 to 48 hours notice given Cost is currently 34 – keep money aside! Make sure you read and uploaded the Medical Marijuana Policy (Section M)

*** IMPORTANT – PLEASE NOTE *** Failure to comply with the established deadlines for document submission will result in cancellation of your acceptance! Acceptance is conditional upon approval of Background Clearances. Failure to comply with establish deadlines during the program for subsequent requirements such as Hepatitis B repeat doses, flu vaccinations, etc. will result in removal from the program. It is your responsibility to keep a copy of all documentation for your records. You will need them during the program as well as for future employment.

PREPARING FOR CLASS Uniforms Solid Caribbean Blue Scrub Top and Scrub Pants Need by mid-September Must wear on Lab Days, Observations, and Externship Can wear lab jacket (Caribbean Blue or White) if needed Can wear solid color (white, black, or Caribbean Blue) long-sleeved t-shirt under scrub top Closed-toe, solid white shoes or sneakers – no clogs or open backs Books Purchase at NCC Bookstores on Main or Monroe Campuses, or online at https://www.bkstr.com/northamptonccstore/home College ID Obtain an NCC Student ID at Main Campus, College Center, Room 200 or at Monroe Campus, Student Services. Bring a valid photo ID and a copy of your current course schedule.

PROGRAM AND COLLEGE POLICY OVERVIEW Attendance Clinical Preparation Graduation Requirements Cheating / Plagiarism Grading Policy – Medical Assistant Courses Grading Policy A 93 – 100 A- 90 – 92 B 87 – 89 B 84 – 86 B- 81 – 83 C 78 – 80 C 75 – 77

MEDICAL OFFICE PRACTICES AFTER COVID-19 What will the future look like? Social/spatial distancing of patients Facemasks and temperature-taking prior to entry Protocols for healthcare workers

PROFESSIONALISM STARTS NOW! Appearance First Impression, Dress, Scent (Perfume, Smoking) Behavior and Professionalism You are an Adult! This is Your Career and an Adult Profession Responsibility and Accountability For Yourself, Your Requirements, and Your Learning Experience Finding the Balance – Work, Personal Life, Academics

ADVISING AND REGISTRATION INFORMATION Latoya Dubery – Success Navigator/Advisor Zachary Cruz – Admissions Counselor https://nacc.sharepoint.com/sites/WorkdayStudentSystem https://www.northampton.edu/links.htm https://www.northampton.edu/workday-faq.htm

*** IMPORTANT REMINDERS *** Failure to comply with the established deadlines for document submission will result in cancellation of your acceptance! Acceptance is conditional upon approval of Background Clearances. Failure to comply with establish deadlines during the program for subsequent requirements such as Hepatitis B repeat doses, flu vaccinations, etc. will result in removal from the program. Even if you have registered, you can and will be removed for non-compliance and/or holds placed for future registration.

QUESTION AND ANSWER SESSION Jaye Brennan – Credentialing Coordinator [email protected] Available from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. today (6/17) Zoom Link: https://northampton-edu.zoom.us/j/95670676200?pwd UHJzT1pQMTh 3UmNGbFNQeTNNZHBDQT09 Background Clearances Health Related Questions myRecordTracker Questions JB Uploading Concerns

Regarding myRecordTracker , contact Certiphi at 800-369-2612, ext. 2006 Regarding your STUDENT email, contact Helpdesk at 610-861-5413 Regarding your program, contact Karen Stone at kstone@northamp ton.edu Regarding your health requirements, contact the Health Center at e Brennan at Jay610-861-5365 ampto jpbrennan@north n.edu