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.
Medical Assistants aid doctors and nurses in delivering
healthcare - 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 & ethics, medical insurance, medical office laboratory
procedures, nursing and surgical procedures as well as
examination techniques.
Medical Coding and Billing - Certificate
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If you prefer to check records rather than patients, this is the
career for you. The Medical Coding and Billing professional is
responsible for providing complete and accurate information and
records for the patient and the insurance companies. Medical and
insurance offices depend on Medical Coding Specialists for the
accurate transcription of diseases, injuries and procedures into
numeric codes. The skilled Medical Coder analyzes health records
and completes insurance forms by assigning codes that determine
medical billing and insurance payment.
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 as well as pharmacy law and ethics.
Phlebotomy Technician - Certificate
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The Phlebotomy Technician is a member of the medical laboratory
team and is trained to draw blood samples from people of all
ages. Phlebotomy is often a stepping stone to other positions
available in the medical field.
Courses include phlebotomy, anatomy, physiology and medical
terminology.
Veterinary Assistant - Certificate
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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 and anesthesiology as well as veterinary nursing
techniques.