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Medical Administrative Assistant Program In Las Vegas

Medical Administrative Assistants are vital to the rapidly expanding medical administration sector. Graduates of Northwest Career College’s Medical Administrative Assistant program gain access to a fast-growing job market with excellent career advancement opportunities.

Our instructors are experienced healthcare professionals with decades of medical office assistant training. Northwest Career College’s Medical Office Assistant program includes online and hands-on Medical Office Assistant classes.

Northwest Career College provides externships and exceptional Board Prep classes to help students pass their national exams to become a certified Medical Office Assistant.

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Over 490 students from Northwest Career College in Las Vegas have shared positive experiences on Google, praising the supportive staff, hands-on career training, and flexible learning options.

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Bianca Clark
04:22 12 May 25
I love love love NCC. They are the most loving and supportive school and they staff and students are amazing. Always smiling and so sweet. The dean of students is awesome ❤️❤️❤️💪🏾 thank you so much for taking me under your wing. I absolutely love yall.
Quannishia Burrell
06:48 30 Apr 25
I would give this school 100 stars if I could. From enrollment, to financial aid, to orientation, to the instructors and everyone else I have come in contact with—the level of commitment, professionalism, and dedication these individuals show is absolutely mind-blowing in today’s world.Honestly, I was someone who didn’t like school, but they have made me want to show up and show out! The excitement as soon as you walk into the building is so inviting. I highly recommend this school to anyone who wants to further their career or even start a new career. Thank you to everyone at Northwest Carter College you are all the real MVP’s
KeShawn Carter
08:32 29 Apr 25
This school is absolutely outstanding. Best college I've visited so far, everyone here makes you feel welcomed.
stef correia
01:35 08 Apr 25
Amanda is literally an angel and when they say their all like family here its the truth. From the moment I walked into admissions there was not one person that did not say hello or smile and I was in and out in an hour. Thank you so excited! On the way to a new future!
Jacel De La Cruz
02:09 27 Mar 25
I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the Paralegal Studies program at NCC, from which I recently graduated. My time in the program was truly exceptional.I am especially appreciative of the support, assistance, and knowledge provided by Ms. Marina, Ms. Dona, and Mr. Bernie. Their efforts created an atmosphere where every question was valued and thoughtfully addressed.They are the heart of what makes the paralegal studies program exceptional.
R Marie
18:26 25 Mar 25
Enrolled into dental assistant I’m loving it so far. NCC has been nothing but great. Excited for my new beginnings.
Avenica Lemus
05:15 23 Mar 25
Northwest is such a great school with such great teachers and support. This is the best school to make a career. They offer so many resources and opportunities.
liz
21:37 22 Mar 25
The school onboarding process was so simple and easy. The staff members have been absolutely amazing!! Everyone is so kind and uplifting. The classes are interactive and fun and so are the lessons. I'm in the DAA program and its so much more fun than I ever would have thought. If you are thinking about joining this school, I would highly recommend it!!
Jerric Fletcher
03:44 13 Mar 25
Graduated from MAP last year. So far so good, I had a pretty good experience in school. I wish the radiology program actually wanted MAP students like they say. Most MAP students would work 9-5 and they don’t have any sort of night classes so it’s just a contradiction. They really don’t want MAP students😐
keilani key
21:34 15 Feb 25
Amazing school with amazing care and support
Arietsy Sanchez
20:07 06 Dec 24
Nevada career institute has been the best decision I have made. You get the best people to help you and the best teacher to introduce you to the medical field and start you off strong. Mrs. Jennifer has done just that. She is very detailed with her lessons and strives for you to gain the best understanding of the topics. Her way of teaching makes it fun to learn and retain so much information. Thank you Mrs. Jennifer for your time and support through my journey. Just as well as Jon who was my recruiter and continues to help me through my journey.

Why Medical Administrative Assistant Training At
Northwest Career College?

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    Graduate in as little as 9 months

    Northwest’s schedule allows you to attend Medical Administrative Assistant School in the Medical Administrative Assistant field, care for family and have a balanced life in Las Vegas while advancing towards your new career.

  • Financial Aid

    Financial aid is available to those who qualify

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    Hands-on instruction in all facets of Medical Administrative Assistant

    You will work with established, seasoned healthcare administration instructors to learn every aspect of Medical Administrative Assistant.

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    Students are our priority

    Northwest’s student-centered philosophy means that you come first in our Medical Administrative Assistant School in Las Vegas.

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    Northwest has exceptional Board Preparatory classes

    Northwest’s Medical Administrative Assistant training prepares our students to take their national exams as they move into their professional discipline.

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    Flexible Medical Administrative Assistant class schedules that fit your life

    Northwest offers a blended program including online and on-campus classes with weekly workshops and whiteboard classes on campus to accommodate your work and family schedule.

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    Work on your own laptop for exceptional training

    Each student is provided a laptop for easy internet and online class access.

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    Committed career services team on campus

    Northwest’s Career Services team works with you to help you find the best Medical Healthcare Administrative Assistant employment opportunity in Las Vegas that fits your needs.

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Medical Administrative Assistant Program Mission and Goals

Mission: We aim to prepare students for rewarding careers as medical administrative assistants by providing them with the essential skills and knowledge to manage administrative tasks in healthcare settings efficiently and effectively.

Goal 1: Master Medical Office Administrative Skills.

  • Learn to oversee the maintenance of patients’ electronic medical records. They help ensure patient information (including medical histories, diagnostic test results, and treatment plans) is entered into the system accurately and promptly.
  • Utilize electronic health records (EHR) systems to accurately document patient information, ensuring that all medical data is up-to-date and easily accessible. Enhance clinical workflows by efficiently navigating EHR software to streamline patient care and administrative tasks.
  • Efficiently manage patient appointments, ensuring accurate scheduling and minimal wait times. Oversee front desk operations, including patient check-ins, handling inquiries, and maintaining a professional and welcoming environment.

Goal 2: Enhance Communication and Interpersonal Skills.

  • The medical Administrative Assistant must have good writing skills to prepare professional letters and memos, including medical correspondence for referral letters, medical reports, and internal messages exchanged among health professionals.
  • Develop practical communication skills with patients and other health professionals. This communication will be through powerful verbal and written words.
  • Great care and service for patients in a health environment should be achieved, and part of this is developing practical interpersonal discourse in assisting the patient well and providing good service.

Goal 3: Ensure Ethical and Legal Compliance.

  • Maintain ethical, legal, and confidentiality considerations. This involves knowing and observing the moral considerations and statutes that govern practice in healthcare and medical office environments.
  • Know and understand the HIPAA regulations. The medical administrative assistant should be comprehensively aware of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act regarding health information management.
  • Follow the policies and procedures of the medical office. Medical administrative assistants should familiarize themselves with specific policies and procedures that guide the operations within a medical setting.
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Medical Administrative Assistant
Program Accreditation

NCC is institutionally accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).

Their contact information is listed below for applicants who wish to request additional information regarding the program’s accreditation.

Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools
7777 Leesburg Pike Suite 314 N.
Falls Church, Virginia 22043

Program Outcomes Data

July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024
  • Retention Rates: 73%

The percentage of students who complete the program or remain enrolled at the end of the reporting period.

  • Job Placement Rates: 82%

The percentage of graduates placed in the field out of those who completed the program during the reporting period.

Detailed definitions of these rates can be found on our Outcomes Data page.

Program
Externship Disclosures

Students may have to conform to additional requirements to participate in externship, such as:

  • Complete a background check.*
  • Complete a drug screening.*
  • Complete evening/weekend assignments.

NCC maintains liability insurance that offers coverage for any injuries a student may cause to an employee or patient of a clinical site while on externship. Coverage does not cover self-inflicted injuries sustained by the student.

*The cost of any background checks or drug screenings required by clinical sites are included in tuition.


Putting Superior Training First

The Medical Administrative Assistant Program at Northwest Career College in Las Vegas prepares students to work in any type of medical office. Our superior online program, combined with exceptional hands-on training on campus provides students the skills to work immediately upon graduation. You will be trained handling clerical duties such as scheduling appointments, handling medical insurance billing and insurance claims, and monitoring inventory. You will work with documents, medical billing forms, and computer systems. No other Medical Administrative Assistant diploma offers this type of advanced healthcare administrative training. In addition to the academic and hands-on training, Medical Administrative Assistant students travel through the valley for a variety of informative and interactive field trips highlighting healthcare administration. There's never a dull moment in the Medical Administrative Assistant training program.

Some of What You Learn From Medical Office Assistant Training...

  • Medical Administration
  • Medical Records Management
  • Medical Terminology
  • Billing and Coding
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Claims Management
  • Financial and Practice Management
  • Health Information management
  • Management Tasks
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Tuition Information

Term 1 $5167.00
Term 2 $5166.00
Term 3 $5166.00

More Information about the Profession

Medical Administrative Assistant Course Details

COURSE OUTLINE

  • MAA101 Introduction to Medical Administration
  • MAA106 Accounts Receivable and Claims Management
  • MAA102 Health Information and Medical Records Management
  • MAA107 Financial and Practice Management
  • MAA103 Introduction to Medical Terminology
  • MAA201 Medical Administrative Externship
  • MAA104 Diagnostic and Procedural Terminology
  • SAS101 Student Academic Success
  • MAA105 Introduction to Billing and Coding

Why Medical Office Assistant Education?

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What Will I Do?

As an Medical Administrative Assistant, most importantly you are working with a team of healthcare professionals to help patients achieve a positive medical experience. The high degree of interaction between Medical Administrative Assistants and patients results in a great deal of personal satisfaction in helping people in need.
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High Demand Career

Employment for Medical Administrative Assistants is expected to grow 15 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations according to the United States Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics. 

Career Outlook

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A Great Life

A Medical Administrative Assistant graduate with two or more years of experience can expect an ~ $18 - $23 hourly wage according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics and NCC Graduate Data.

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Medical Administrative Assistant School Near You!

Las Vegas Location

Address

7398 Smoke Ranch Rd,
Las Vegas, NV 89128

Business Hours

Monday – Thursday: 8:00 A.M. – 10:00 P.M.
Friday – Saturday: 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.
Sunday: 8:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.

Medical Administrative Assistant FAQ

Q. What are the qualifications needed to become a Medical Administrative Assistant?

The qualifications needed to become a Medical Administrative Assistant are strong interpersonal communication skills, professional telephone etiquette, effective organization and time management, knowledge of medical terminology, and medical computer software proficiency.

The best way to become a certified Medical Administrative Assistant is to join the Northwest Career College's Medical Administrative Assistant diploma program!

A Medical Administrative Assistant may perform different duties depending on where they work. One of the many job duties of a Medical Administrative Assistant is scheduling and coordinating patient appointments. Receptionist responsibilities may be assigned to a Medical Administrative Assistant. This includes answering phones and greeting patients. Maintaining patient records, adding information as needed, and making sure appropriate patient forms are in order can also be part of a Medical Administrative Assistant’s duties. Additionally, Medical Administrative Assistants may be responsible for ordering supplies, bookkeeping, coordinating vendor services, and maintaining employee records.

Medical Administrative Assistants do not provide direct patient care. Instead, they have responsibilities such as clerical and office duties. In some small offices and clinics, Medical Administrative Assistants may do both clinical and administrative duties. But in most cases, responsibilities are divided into different jobs.

You can become a Medical Administrative Assistant in as little as 9 months!

Medical Administrative Assistant will prepare graduates for a career in the front office healthcare field, insurance coordination, patient documentation and scheduling, and more!

The Medical Administrative Assistant program will prepare you for entry-level positions. Graduates looking to get into managerial roles would benefit from completing our Healthcare Administration Associate Degree program, which teaches and prepares you for office management.