CAREER PROGRAMS:
Health Care Technologies
Orthopedic Technician
Program Options
- Certificate of Proficiency
Program Information
West Valley College has worked with Kaiser Hospital and Valley Medical Center to implement this certificate program to promote career development and enhance job options for Clinical Assistant or Medical Assistant students or those working in this field.
Instruction includes sterile technique, basic patient care skills, emergency procedures, and communication. After completing the required courses, there is a 240 hour internship. Students must have CPR certification before doing their internship.
Prior to enrolling in this program, it is recommended that students have experience working as a medical assistant or have completed the Clinical Assistant program requirements as this program builds upon those skills and knowledge base. Workplace settings can include hospitals, large medical clinics, orthopedic practices, and skilled nursing facilities.
Program Opportunities
The Health Care Technologies Department offers eight other programs:
- Clinical Assistant
- Insurance Billing Specialist
- Massage Therapy
- Medical Administrative Assistant
- Medical Assistant
- Medical Transcription
- Medical Office Reception
Department Chair
Kristine Gaiero
408.741.4019
e-mail: kris_gaiero@westvalley.edu
- Requirements
Questions about Career Programs? Call 408.741.2098
e-mail: Career Programs Center: cathy_aimonetti@wvmccd.cc.ca.us
or stop by AAS 35
REVISED August 1, 2007
Other Health Care Technology Program Offerings
