Medical Office Administration
Program Details
Program Credential
Diploma
Program Duration
28 Weeks (730 Hours)
Program Status
Registration Open
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Program Overview
Are you a multi-tasker, compassionate and have an eye for detail? Then the Medical Office Administration is a perfect career choice for you.
BizTech College’s Medical Office Administration (MOA) diploma program prepares students to confidently carry out front-office duties in a healthcare setting. The comprehensive curriculum focuses on both soft and technical skills required on the job.
You will gain hands-on training on standard medical office procedures, medical terminology and OHIP Billing software. Clinical placement during your MOA course helps you for a smooth transition into the workforce.
Hands-on training in OHIP Billing Software
Unique Clinical Readiness Program
100% Clinical Placements
First Aid & CPR Certifications
Medical Office Administration Diploma at BizTech College
Throughout the medical office administration diploma program, you will gain in-depth knowledge and competitive skill set in the following areas:
- Use and implementation of specialized application software
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Standard medical office procedures
- Clinical procedures
- Medical terminology
- Anatomy and physiology
- Transcription
- OHIP billing
- First aid and CPR (Level “C”)
- Organizational skills
BizTech College has designed a unique clinical readiness program that prepares students in all the medical office administration and clinical skills and is all fit to move on to real-time labs/clinics for clinical placement.
Clinical placement is a critical part of your diploma program. Our partnerships with local clinics and hospitals provide you with the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, urban environment.
Our modernized labs train students for versatile skills for success in a variety of fast-paced office settings. Focus on soft skills via role-playing sessions, mock interviews and software training help you excel on the job.
BizTech College offers unique healthcare programs such as Cardiovascular Sonography Technologist, Diagnostic Medical Sonography and Medical Lab Technician, which means you will be learning in a vibrant environment.
Students looking to enroll in our Medical Office Administration program must first meet the following prerequisites:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent OR
- Mature Student Status (18 years of age or older) AND
- Successful completion of Entry Assessment Test
Additionally, students need to have the following before the start of the program:
- Clean criminal record and vulnerable sector screening checks
- Immunization record as per the program requirement
Hands-on Training to Be Face of Healthcare Services
Medical administrative assistants have a variety of job prospects depending on where they work in Canada.
Career Opportunities
After finishing the medical office administration program, you’ll be qualified for the exciting roles in your field of study. Standard job titles for this career include:
- Medical Office Assistant
- Hospital Medical Receptionist
- Medical Transcriptionist
- OHIP, W.S.I.B and Insurance Billing Specialist
- Care Plan Coordinator
- Medical Collector
- Medical Staff Services
- Patient Account Representative
- Unit Clerk at a hospital
Salary
According to Job Bank Canada, medical administrative administrator/ assistant usually earns between $15.00/hour and $28.85/hour in Canada.
The average wage in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) is $24.33/hour. For detailed trend analysis, salaries and future prospects visit the Government of Canada Job Bank.
Qualities Employers Seek
Much of what you will need to know can be taught, but some of the fundamental requirements are skills and abilities that you were born with. Qualities employers seek in the right candidate:
- Compassion
- Open to learning
- Attention to detail
- Well organized
- Good customer service skills
- Effective communication skills
- Software Knowledge
- Ability to work in diverse settings
Testimonials
“BizTech has prepared me for my career and has made me more confident. Faculty and staff at the college are supportive, knowledgeable and provide complete assistance at securing the right job.”
“BizTech prepared me well with both theoretical and practical knowledge. Faculty are supportive and provide guidance at every step. I was given support during and after the course for resume preparation and job search.”
“What I learned at BizTech College has helped me find the right job as a medical office administrator. This place helped me build my career”
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