MedicalTechnology

Instructor demonstrating emergency procedures

Instructors:

Linda Kyle RN and Melanie Ford, RN, BSN

McKellar Technology Center

 
Students administering eye exam.

Medical Technology I introduces the student to careers available in the health field, basic anatomy and physiology, and basic patient care skills. The emphasis of the second year, Medical Technology II program is primarily to expose students to advanced skills in the various health occupations. Each student is required by state guidelines to complete 50 hours of clinical activities during the course of study. These activities consist of rotations through the hospital, nursing homes, local schools, and clinics. Each student is required to purchase and wear the approved clinical uniform which consists of purple scrubs, a white lab coat, tennis shoes, name badge, and a watch.

Medical Technology I

Units:

  1. Overview, Safety and Communication
  2. Career Awareness and Exploration
  3. Medical, Legal, and Ethical Responsibilities
  4. Standard Precautions
  5. CPR/First Aid
  6. Medical Terminology
  7. Organization of the Body
  8. Integumentary System
  9. Musculoskeletal System
  10. Circulatory System
  11. Respiratory System
  12. Digestive System
  13. Urinary System
  14. Nervous System
  15. Reproductive System
  16. Endocrine System

Medical Technology II

Units:

  1. Overview/Safety
  2. Medical Laboratory Careers
  3. Medical Imaging Careers
  4. Animal Health Care
  5. Dietetics
  6. Growth and Development
  7. Cardiopulmonary
  8. Funeral Services
  9. Rehabilitative Health
  10. Opticianry, Audio, and Speech Pathology
  11. Direct Health Care
  12. Pharmacology
  13. Emergency Health Care
  14. Mental Health Care
  15. Infection control
  16. Dental Health
  17. Public and Environmental Health Care
  18. Health care Administration
  19. Employability

Student Organization

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The Columbus Municipal School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion or age in the admission to and provision of educational programs, activities and services or employment opportunities and benefits. Concerns should be directed to J. David Sullivan, Assistant Superintendent for Instruction, Brandon Central Services Center, 2630 McArthur Drive, P.O. Box 1308, Columbus MS 39703-1308.
 
McKellar Technology Center, · 810 North Browder Street · Columbus , MS 39702 · Phone: (662) 241-7290 · Fax: (662) 241-7293