Our Medical Office Assistant Program is meticulously designed to equip you with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to excel in various healthcare settings.
Whether in doctor’s offices, dental clinics, hospitals, or specialized medical facilities, Medical Office Administration professionals play a pivotal role in ensuring seamless healthcare operations and include a variety of administrative duties in support of managerial and health care professionals.
Upon Graduation, Learners Will Be Able To:
- Outline the typical responsibilities of a medical office assistant.
- Describe the personal and professional ethics required for success in this profession.
- Describe how a medical front office is typically managed, focusing on administrative processes and procedures.
- Explain the procedures to follow to create and maintain accurate medical documentation.
- Using standard medical terminology, explain the structures of key functions in the human body.
- Identify and describe the medical office assistant’s role in standard patient interactions in the medical office, including in-office diagnostic tests and procedures, specimen sampling, medication administration, and the preparation of patients for examination.
- Describe universal precautions and explain how to maintain a safe environment in the medical office, even during emergency situations.
Program Overview:
In This Program, You Will:
- Master Medical Terminology: Build a strong foundation in medical language and structures of key functions in the human body to effectively communicate within the healthcare environment.
- Develop Administrative Proficiency: Learn critical administrative tasks such as patient communication, appointment scheduling, and medical billing to support healthcare professionals efficiently.
- Gain Hands-On Experience with Med Access EMR: Receive training on Med Access EMR, a widely used electronic medical record system in Canadian healthcare settings. This web-based platform offers robust reporting, task management, and remote access capabilities, enhancing your technical competencies and preparing you for real-world applications.
