Office administration is a specialty a person can apply to virtually any industry. From aerospace to zoology, all organizations depend on people who can handle word processing, understand basic record keeping and finances, compose routine electronic communications, deal with vendors and keep an office stocked with commonly used supplies. In the health care field, medical office administrators perform all these tasks — and usually much, much more.
In fact, medical office administrators need an advanced knowledge and skill set that usually requires special training. Specialized tasks medical office administrators are often required to perform include:
- Creating and maintaining patient records
- Transcribing doctors’ notes
- Processing medical insurance claims
- Dealing with insurance companies
- Working with pharmaceutical and medical supply company representatives
- Handling patients, who may be ill or injured
Even the most seasoned office professionals would likely find themselves floundering in a medical office or clinic environmental without training in medical terminology, procedures and other topics unique to heath care delivery.
Medical Office Administrator Education Available at Everest in Windsor
People interested in pursuing a career as a medical office administrator can now receive specialized education in this field at Everest College of Business, Technology and Health Care in Windsor, Ontario. This 11-month program can prepare students for careers as medical office administrators through an intense hands-on experience that includes courses in:
- Computer skills for the medical office
- Fundamentals of medical terminology
- Musculoskeletal system
- Cardiovascular and respiratory system
- Nervous system
- Digestive system
- Health, wellness, professionalism and communication
- Administration and health record management
Upon graduation, Everest graduates can take advantage of the school's Career Services department. Career Services representatives can help with resume preparation, interview rehearsal and even job search guidance and support.
About the Windsor Campus
Everest College's Windsor campus is at 875 Ouellette Avenue near City Centre. The campus is convenient to numerous daycare centres, restaurants and shopping facilities.
For more information about Everest College's Medical Office Administrator program or other career education programs, contact Everest College today!
