As a Medical Professions student you will learn to perform routine administrative and clinical procedures to keep medical offices and clinics running smoothly.
You enjoy multitasking. You have a caring personality. You work well under pressure. You might want to consider a career in the medical field.
Modern technology and medicine have added years to people’s lives and have improved their quality of life. As a result, the healthcare industry is one of the major growth areas in employment.
As a Medical Professions student you will learn to perform routine administrative and clinical procedures to keep the offices and clinics of physicians, podiatrists, chiropractors and optometrists running smoothly. In addition, you will receive hands-on instruction in providing nursing care in skilled nursing facilities and/or hospitals. You will also be given the opportunity to become a State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA). Coursework includes instruction in anatomy & physiology, medical ethics, medical terminology, office procedures, medical records, laboratory skills and personal healthcare.
Credits High School Credit Junior Year Medical Professions: 3.5, Technology: .5 High School Credit Senior Year Medical Professions: 2.0, Science: 1.0
Certifications State Tested Nursing Assistant First Aid/CPR OSHA 10-Hour
Potential College Semester Hour Credit *See your Polaris Counselor for more information on college credit agreements.
Program Resources Medical Professions Handbook Junior Program Fee & Supply List Senior Program Fee & Supply List Medical Professions Uniform Information Sample Assignments Uniform Ordering
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Future Opportunities with Further Education
Teacher: Lori R. Kaminski Email: lkaminski@polaris.edu Education: RN; Lutheran Medical Center School of Nursing, BSEd with Minor in Career-Tech Education; Kent State University Certifications: Healthcare Provider, STNA Coordinator & Instructor At Polaris Since: 2000 Industry Experience: Charge Nurse and Supervisor in Long Term Care, Trauma Critical Care and Operating Room Interests/Hobbies: Cooking, reading, traveling, my family life and my pets
Health Academy 2020-2021 Advisory Members
Ms. Sarah Cochrac, Riverview Pointe Care Center Dr. Marcia Columbro, Partners in Pediatrics Ms. Stephanie Dinger, Southwest General Women's Health Ms. Olivia Giachetti, Parkside Villa Ms. Christi Hoffman, Southwest General Women's Health Ms. Brittany Holop, Parkside Villa Ms. Olivia Knight, Cleveland Clinic