I’m a full-time mom…needed flexibility…that’s why I chose OTECH…flexible schedules and inexpensive.
$2,660
15 months
5/18/2026
May 7th
Main Campus
for OTECH Grads
by 2032 in Utah
I’m a full-time mom…needed flexibility…that’s why I chose OTECH…flexible schedules and inexpensive.
Medical Assistant, Phlebotomy Graduate
Learn hands-on patient care skills, including measuring vital signs, assisting with minor surgeries, phlebotomy, and more.
Complete training hours in an outpatient clinical facility to fine-tune the skills learned in the classroom.
Learn basic medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
Understand front office operations, including common software applications and customer service skills.
Communicate effectively with other healthcare professionals to ensure that patient's medical needs are met.
Provide essential support in healthcare settings, handling both administrative and clinical tasks to ensure smooth operations.
Oversee the daily operations of a medical clinic, ensuring efficient and effective patient care.
Ensure accurate and timely processing of medical claims for payment.
Licensed medical professional who provides a broad range of healthcare services under the supervision of a physician.
Medical professional who diagnoses and treats illnesses and injuries, while also promoting overall health and wellness.
Medical assistants are multi-skilled, allied healthcare professionals responsible for various clinical and/or administrative duties and are an essential part of a healthcare team. The Medical Assistant program is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions that will allow them to learn and move into higher level job opportunities by working with physicians and providers in office settings. Students in the program learn cognitive, psychomotor, and affective learning domains by focusing on administrative and back-office clinical skills. Upon successful completion of all required courses, students participate in an externship in a medical office.
Graduates of the Medical Assisting program are eligible to take a national certification exam.
Classroom Hours
This is a hybrid program. Complete coursework online and come to the classroom for labs and hands-on skills.
Day: M-F 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Eve: M-Th 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Enrollment open to
Adults, High school students
Credit transfer options
Available to view here
Estimated Adult Tuition and Fees
$2,705.00
Estimated Materials Cost
$389.98
Estimated High School Student Cost
$187.00
Financial Aid Eligibility
Scholarship: Yes
VA: Yes
Pell Grant: Yes
| Material | Required | New |
|---|---|---|
| Random Drug Screen for Health Programs | ✔ | $58.00 |
| Scrubs (Any Color) | ✔ | $40.00 |
| EHRGo EHRGo 12-Month Subscription ISBN: 9780985837907 | ✔ | $125.00 |
| Michelle Blesi Medical Assisting: Administrative & Clinical Competencies LIFETIME ebook subscription. 9th. ISBN: 9798214348773 | ✔ | $89.00 |
| Subtotal of required materials | $312.00 |
The OTECH Medical Assistant program has rolling start dates throughout the year. If you are interested in enrolling in the program, please review the application deadlines and program start dates below to ensure a smooth application process.
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits | Cost | Description | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEMA 1010 | Introduction to Medical Assisting | 2 | $190 | The Introduction to Medical Assisting course provides an overview of healthcare professions and their roles in the healthcare environment. Students will be guided through legal concepts and ethical issues in the healthcare setting which will compare and contrast moral issues, professional, and personal ethics. The foundational principles of professional and effective interpersonal communication techniques will be discussed. | |
| TEMA 1060 | Clinical Procedures | 2 | $190 | The Clinical Procedures course is an introduction to working in an ambulatory outpatient clinic setting, understanding the role of a medical assistant and patient care. The content of this course will focus on infection control, medical asepsis, taking patient histories, performing patient assessments including vital signs, and preparing for and assisting the provider with examinations. | |
| TEMA 1083 | Medical Terminology for Medical Assistants | 2 | $190 | The Medical Terminology course will cover the foundation of medical terminology, abbreviations, and common symbols used in the healthcare setting following a body-systems approach. This course for Medical Assistant students focuses on the basic structure of medical terms, correct spelling, pronunciation, and their definitions. This course will also cover common root words, prefixes, and suffixes. Medical Assistant students will develop the skills and understanding to identify the meaning of these terms and will demonstrate an ability to use these terms effectively. Students will be able to apply their medical terminology knowledge to the clinical setting of a Medical Assistant. | |
| TEMA 1040 | Anatomy and Physiology | 4 | $380 | The Anatomy and Physiology course is designed to familiarize the student with the plan and structure of the human body, its function under normal, healthy conditions, and an introduction to the body’s response to illness and disease. Instruction covers an overview of all organ systems, including diagnostic treatment modalities. Medical terms as they relate to the body and correct spelling and pronunciation are taught. | |
| TEMA 1020 | Medical Office I | 2 | $190 | The Medical Office I course introduces administrative and general duties in a medical office. These duties include appointment scheduling, records management, electronic health records use and management, written communications, health insurance, office equipment and management, as well as telephone procedures. This course will provide hands-on practice of administrative skills and competency-based examinations. | |
| TEMA 1340 | Clinical Specialty Procedures | 3 | $285 | Clinical Specialty Procedures expands on the concepts of Clinical Procedures. This course focuses on working in an ambulatory outpatient clinic setting and understanding the role of the medical assistant in patient care. The content of this course will focus on specialty examinations and procedures, diagnostic testing, laboratory procedures and safety. | |
| TEMA 1050 | Pharmacology | 3 | $285 | The Pharmacology course familiarizes the student with pharmaceuticals. Instruction includes commonly prescribed medications, trade and generic names, mode of action, side effects, and usual doses. Concepts covered include the proper administration of oral, injectable, and non-injectable medications. There will be a review of the math skills required to perform medical math conversions and dosage calculations. | |
| TEMA 1030 | Medical Office II | 2 | $190 | The Medical Office II course introduces students to the management of all aspects of medical office finances. Instruction includes diagnostic and procedural coding for insurance billing. Students will track claims reimbursement, process patient statements, and review fee collection processes. | |
| TEMA 1350 | Clinical Laboratory and Patient Care Procedures | 4 | $380 | Clinical Laboratory and Patient Care Procedures continues instruction pertaining to the medical assistant’s role in an ambulatory outpatient clinic setting and preparation for future employment. The content of this course will focus on specialty procedures, laboratory tests and procedures, patient education, rehabilitation, first aid, and emergency patient care. | |
| TEMA 1900 | Medical Assistant Externship I | 2 | $190 | The Medical Assistant Externship I course allows the medical assistant student the opportunity to demonstrate their administrative and clinical skills in a healthcare setting. This externship takes place in a working medical office or clinic under the supervision of a licensed provider. | |
| TEMA 1910 | Medical Assistant Externship II | 2 | $190 | The Medical Assistant Externship II course allows the medical assistant student the opportunity to demonstrate their administrative and clinical skills in a healthcare setting. This externship takes place in a working medical office or clinic under the supervision of a licensed provider. |
Background Check and Drug Testing
Vaccination Information:
Lori Jensen is a certified medical assistant with over 20 years of experience in the healthcare field. She holds an associate’s degree and has built her career around a deep passion for helping others and improving patient care. For the past 10 years, Lori has served as a manager of a busy multispecialty practice, where she has led teams, streamlined operations, and fostered a culture of excellence and compassion.
In her current role as a Medical Assistant Coordinator and Instructor, Lori is dedicated to mentoring the next generation of healthcare professionals. Her hands-on experience and commitment to education make her a trusted guide for students entering the medical field.
Outside of her professional life, Lori enjoys baking, crafting, traveling, and spending quality time with her family. Her creativity and warmth are evident both in her personal interests and in the care she brings to her work.
Office Hours:
M-F 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m
Location:
Health Tech 124a
lori.jensen@otech.edu
801-627-8445