by Linda Simpson, Everest College

The Medical Assiting student will research a region of the country, determine natural disaster risks, then develop an evacuation plan for a medical clinic.

Introduction

You are the Medical Clinic's MVP (Most Valuable Professional) of Medical Assisting. The doctors and clinic staff are counting on you to develop an emergency preparedness plan for the facility. They have experienced your skill and initiative in every task you have been given, thus far. Their confidence is in you. The lives of the clinic personnel and patients are literally in your hands...No Pressure!!