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What is a Medical Office Assistant?

Medical Office Assistants assist doctors by performing administrative duties and handling basic clinical tasks helping to keep operations running smoothly and efficiently. The job description of a medical office assistant varies from office to office. You are responsible for medical records, bookkeeping, and answering phones. In most small offices, medical office assistants may handle all these tasks. Depending on the doctor you work alongside, you may help them examine and treat patients. This can include checking the height, weight, temperature, and blood pressure of each patient. Graduates of this program have found work in doctors' offices, hospitals, and medical clinics. Examples of positions graduates can qualify for are Medical Office Assistant, Clinic Office Assistant, and Medical Secretary.

Wage Range for Medical Office Assistants*

Alberta: $29,000 - $56,000
Manitoba: $23,000 - $42,300

The Medical Office Assistant program at Robertson College has been designed to provide you with real world skills. Throughout your program you will understand the role of the Medical Office Assistant, develop proficiency in medical terminology, clinical procedures, administrative procedures, as well as develop proper keyboarding skills. In addition, you will become proficient in the use of Microsoft Office. You will also spend time working hands on to develop your clinical skills.

At the end of your program, you will participate in a four week work practicum. The practicum will provide you an opportunity to apply your newly acquired skills in a real world setting with the support of your instructor and our Career Services department.