Paramedics serve as part of a team of first responders in an emergency, helping to administer timely, competent care during an emergency.

Training at Pima Medical will prepare you to further your career as a first-responder. The courses you will take include information on anatomy and physiology, airway management, patient assessment, traumatic injuries and cardiology. You’ll learn to:

• respond to 911 calls for emergency medical assistance, such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or traumatic injury
• assess a patient’s condition and determine a course of treatment
• provide first-aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured patients
• transport patients safely in an ambulance
• report observations and treatment to physicians, nurses, or other healthcare facility staff
• document medical care given to patients
• maintenance and stocking of emergency apparatus

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A veterinary technician is an animal nurse. These credentialed professionals are passionate about animal care and are dedicated healthcare professionals who nurture the health and well-being of animals through education focused on specialized knowledge of animal behavior and care, surgical assisting, laboratory testing and nursing procedures. Veterinary Technicians are qualified to work closely with veterinarians in the areas of surgery, lab procedures and radiography.

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A medical assistant supports the work of the physician, by working directly with the healthcare team and patient. Medical assistants work side-by-side with doctors, nurses and others on the healthcare team, treating patients from newborns to senior citizens. They demonstrate a blend of varied skills including administrative, technical, communication and interpersonal abilities.

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A dental assistant assists the dentist with examinations and treatments. The duties of a dental assistant are comprehensive and include assisting the dentist during a variety of treatment procedures, helping patients feel comfortable and easing anxieties, and teaching patients the skills needed to maintain and improve oral health.

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Under the supervision of a veterinarian or veterinary technician, a veterinary assistant cares for animals in an animal hospital or clinic setting. A veterinary assistant provides compassionate medical care to all animals and promotes their well-being by performing multiple tasks under the supervision of veterinarians and veterinary technicians.

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Medical administrative assistants are key members of the front-office medical office staff. You will greet patients, manage electronic health records and ensure the office operates efficiently while also fostering a friendly and positive patient experience. Medical administrative assistants do not interface directly with patient care, rather they greet patients, triage appointments and provide other assistance.

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