Keiser University's Associate of Science online degree in Medical Assisting prepares students to perform medical assisting duties under direction of a physician/practitioner, including taking vital signs, preparing examination rooms,  assisting in minor surgical procedures,  performing venipuncture, assisting in laboratory operations, giving injections, taking x-rays and administering electrocardiograms. Medical assistants also learn to function in an administrative capacity, including maintaining patient records, patient communications, billing, scheduling appointments, processing insurance claims and ordering supplies.Keiser University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award certificates and degrees at the associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral levels. For questions about the accreditation of Keiser University, contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500.