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265 NUR298AB Lab 2 Credit 2 Period Special Projects Organized and tailored around the interests and needs of the individual student. Structured to provide an atmosphere of individualized research and study paralleled by professional expertise and guidance. Professional-type facilities and equipment are made available for student use. Allows the best aspects of independent study and individualized learning to be combined to maximize student development. Requisites: Permission of Program Director or Instructor. NUR298AC Lab 3 Credit 3 Period Special Projects Organized and tailored around the interests and needs of the individual student. Structured to provide an atmosphere of individualized research and study paralleled by professional expertise and guidance. Professional-type facilities and equipment are made available for student use. Allows the best aspects of independent study and individualized learning to be combined to maximize student development. Requisites: Permission of Program Director or Instructor (OPH) OPHTHALMIC MEDICAL ASSISTANT OPH101 54 Clock Hours Introduction to Eye Care This course will introduce the student to the meaning of ophthalmology and the different members of the ophthalmic eye care team. The student will learn different certification levels and the importance of professional development. Body structure, body function, anatomy and physiology of the eye will be discussed in detail. Proper moving, transferring and safety issues of patients; as well as knowledge about diverse populations, geriatric patients and patients with special needs will be demonstrated and discussed. An introduction to infection control, agency guidelines, and using proper aseptic technique will be discussed and demonstrated. Prerequisites: Successful completion of RDG100 or higher or appropriate reading placement into CRE101. OPH102 50 Clock Hours Introduction to Ophthalmology This course will introduce the student to the meaning of ophthalmology and the different members of the ophthalmic eye care team. The student will learn different certification levels and the importance of professional development as well as learn medical terminology and how to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on infants, children, and adults. Students will be introduced to infection control procedures, legal and ethical considerations, and regulatory requirements. Students will learn about the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and privacy laws, and the importance of confidentiality in written and communication form. Prerequisites: Successful completion of RDG100 or higher or appropriate reading placement into CRE101. OPH103 100 Clock Hours Ophthalmic Scheduling and Billing Practices As a Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (also called a Medical Office Secretary or Medical Office Assistant), you'll keep Ophthalmic healthcare offices running efficiently and effectively. The Ophthalmic Medical Administrative Assistant is often the first to greet and help patients, and can help set the stage for a patient's experience. Students will gain the knowledge and skills relevant for working in the Ophthalmic medical office setting such as greeting and checking in patients, collecting personal, medical and insurance information. Schedule, reschedule, and verify patient appointments; schedule appointments with secondary care providers, and coordinate physician schedules. Ophthalmic Medical Administrative Assistants will coordinate and maintain patient flow within the medical office by communicating patient arrivals or delays. This course will prepare students for the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant examination through the National Healthcareers Association (NHA). Prerequisites: OPH102. Course Listings 2021-2022