Duration
36 WEEKS
Studies
Full time
Credential Awarded
Ontario College Diploma
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About the Program
A role in this caring profession could be for you if you enjoy helping others and you are looking for a career with challenge, respect and reward. Medical and Dental office assistants have become an important part of the healthcare team, with expanding job responsibilities. As a medical or dental office administrator, you are often responsible for greeting patients, scheduling appointments, filing records, and purchasing supplies and equipment. Other duties may include patient admissions and medical transcription. Regardless of the size of the office you work for, you will use computers to enter and access important patient information.
Skills
Discreet
Organized and Detail oriented
Friendly, outgoing, and caring
Good listener and communicator
Able to juggle multiple responsibilities
Courses
Medical Terminology
Medical Transcription
Medical Office Procedures
Medical Billing
Dental Anatomy and Terminology
Dental Office Procedures and Billing
Career Management
Microsoft Software
CPR Frist Aid Training
Career
As a graduate of this program, you may pursue future career options, such as:
Medical Office Assistant, Medical Administrative Assistant
Patient Representative
Medical secretary
Medical Transcriptionist
Medical Support Staff
Hospital Ward/Unit Clerk
Medical Records Clerk
Dental Office Administrative Assistant
Dental Office Manager
Hygiene or Treatment Coordinator