Founded in 1972, Pima Medical Institute has become one of the
leading medical career training institutions in the western
United States, offering a wide variety of certificate and
associate degree programs at nine convenient campus locations.
We're not just a career college, but also a life-altering entity
that nurtures competent medical professionals who can meet the
expectations of 21st century employers. Our mission is to improve
the quality of people's lives by providing the best value in
medical career education.
Our quality programs are taught by competent and dedicated
faculty who are focused on maximizing each student's potential so
that graduates may enjoy real success stories within their chosen
careers. Thousands graduate each year from Pima Medical
Institute's campuses and the majority of those graduates are
placed into jobs.
The Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools has accredited
Pima Medical Institute since 1983.
Dental assistants perform a variety of patient care duties in the
office and laboratory. They assist dentists chairside, take
x-rays, maintain records and equipment, prepare patients for
treatment and instruct patients in oral hygiene.
Massage Therapist - Certificate
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Massage therapists use professional touch in the application of
massage techniques. Working independently or as part of the
health care team, massage therapists provide various levels of
care and support to their clients that include massage for
pleasure and relaxation, as well as therapeutic massage for
specific conditions such as carpal tunnel, low back pain and
headaches. Massage therapists also provide services to special
needs populations such as athletes, the elderly and pregnant
women. In addition to proficiency in the practical application of
massage techniques, Massage therapists must have detailed
knowledge of anatomy and physiology, pathology, kinesiology, as
well as strong interpersonal skills and professional ethics.
Medical Assistant - Certificate
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Medical assistants aid doctors and nurses in delivering health
care--ranging from performing administrative duties to direct
patient care--in health centers, health insurance companies,
urgent care centers, clinics and the physician's office.
Courses include:
- medical terminology
- office management
- medical law and ethics
- medical insurance
- medical office laboratory procedures
- nursing and surgical procedures
- examination techniques
Pharmacy Technician - Certificate
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Pharmacy technicians assist and support licensed pharmacists in
providing health care and medication to patients. Pharmacy
technicians often perform a central role in the preparation and
delivery of drug products and as a liaison between the doctor,
the pharmacist and the patient.
Courses include:
- medical terminology
- anatomy
- physiology
- chemistry
- pharmacology
- pharmacy law and ethics
Physical Therapist Assistant - Associate of Occupational Studies*
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Patience, resourcefulness, empathy and tact are personal traits
needed by Physical Therapist Assistants in order to help patients
and their families understand their treatments and adjust to
rehabilitation. Professionals in this field are employed in
hospitals, clinics, private practice, long-term care facilities
and sports medicine centers.
Once you have acquired new skills in massage, ultrasound,
electrical stimulation, therapeutic exercise and wound care at
Pima Medical Institute, you will be ready for this exciting and
rewarding career.
Typical duties of a Physical Therapist Assistant vary according
to the size and level of sophistication in the work setting.
PTA's will assist Registered Physical Therapists in patient
procedures such as:
- Exercise for increasing strength, endurance, coordination and
range of motion
- Electrical stimulation to activate paralyzed muscles
- Instruction in carrying out everyday activities in the use of
helping devices
- Application of massage, heat, cold, light, water or
electricity to relieve pain or improve the condition of the
muscle or skin.
- To assist in performing such therapies, Physical Therapist
Assistants must have detailed knowledge of human anatomy,
physiology and treatment procedures.
*Pima Medical Institute is seeking accreditation by the
Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education of the
American Physical Therapy Association. The program has submitted
an Application for Candidacy of a Physical Therapist Assistant
Education Program, which is the formal application in the
pre-accreditation stage. Submission of this document does not
assure that the program will be granted candidate for
accreditation status nor does it assure that the program will be
granted initial accreditation.
Respiratory Therapy - Associate's
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The breath of life is a precious aspect of our health.
Respiratory therapy is a health care specialty that offers a set
of unique challenges in the areas of prevention, diagnosis,
treatment, management and rehabilitation of patients with lung
problems.
If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where your
technical and medical responsibilities will be matched by a real
need for human relations skills, then a career in Respiratory
Therapy may be what you are seeking.
Respiratory therapists, also known as respiratory care
practitioners, specialize in the evaluation, treatment and care
of patients with breathing disorders. Whenever the breath of life
is at risk, the respiratory therapist is called upon to assist.
Most respiratory therapists work with hospital patients in three
distinct phases of care: diagnosis, treatment and patient
management. Treatment may range from giving emergency relief to
patients with asthma or long term care for chronic conditions
such as emphysema.
Veterinary Assistant - Certificate Program
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Veterinary assistants feed and bathe animals, administer
medication as prescribed by the veterinarian and assist the
veterinary team in the treatment of animals. Your specialized
knowledge of animal diseases, laboratory testing and nursing
procedures will launch you into a satisfying career in veterinary
medicine.
Courses include:
- pharmacology
- anatomy
- physiology
- parasitology
- surgery
- anesthesiology
- veterinary nursing techniques
