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Medical Professions

As a Medical Professions student you will learn to perform routine administrative and clinical procedures to keep medical offices and clinics running smoothly.

Questions? Call 440.891.7732

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
Course of Study/Syllabus
Medical Professions Handbook
Junior Program Fee & Supply List
Senior Program Fee & Supply List
Medical Professions Uniform Information

Sample Assignments
Uniform Ordering

 

Skills

  • Infection control
  • ​Pharmacology
  • Take vital signs
  • Administer EKG
  • Basic laboratory skills
  • Medical terminology
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Medical ethics/law
  • Appointment control
  • Medical record management
  • Office bookkeeping
  • Insurance claim processing
  • CPR
  • First aid


Equipment

  • Autoclave
  • ​Sphygmomanometer
  • Electrocardiograph
  • Centrifuge
  • Otoscope and ophthalmoscope
  • Injection materials
  • Bandaging materials
  • Computer
  • Audiometer
  • Defibrillator


Career Options

Positions are available for qualified employees in:

  • Physicians’ Offices
  • ​Hospitals
  • Ambulatory Care Centers
  • Extended Care Facilities
  • Insurance Companies


Future Opportunities with Further Education

  • Licensed Practical Nurse
  • ​Registered Nurse
  • Respiratory Therapist/Assistan
  • Laboratory Technician
  • Medical Assistant
  • Radiographic Technician
  • Physical Therapist/Assistant
  • Sterilization Technician
  • Ultrasound Technician
  • Physician
  • Pharmacy Technician
  • Pharmacist
  • Phlebotomist
  • Psychologist

Teacher: Lori R. Dodds

Email:  ldodds@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

 

Teacher: Eva Simmons

Email:  esimmons@polaris.edu
Education:  RN, Cuyahoga Community College, BSN, Walden University
At Polaris Since:  2011
Industry Experience:  10 years working with medically fragile infants with Applewood Centers, 10 years combined as RN & CMA as bedside nurse or medical assisting
Interests/Hobbies:  Gardening, antiquing, cooking, quilting and family road trips



Teacher: Patricia Eden

Email:  peden@polaris.edu
Education:  BA, Healthcare Administration, Almeda University, RMA, Brown Mackie College
Certifications:  Certified Phlebotomy Technician; currently attending Kent State University for Masters in Education
At Polaris Since:  2009
Industry Experience:  Started as STNA during high school; worked as medical assistant at Cleveland Ear, Nose and Throat for 9 years; 2 years as MA at Akron Children’s Hospital; 2 years as surgical assistant in Medina; taught 5 years at Sanford Brown College (Medical Assisting program)
Interests/Hobbies:  Cooking, traveling, camping, games (board games, card games, outdoor games), spending time with friends and family

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
 

 

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