Graduates of this program become members of a professional health care team. They are able to manage a medical office, book appointments, schedule and do charting. They will also have an understanding of OHIP billing and be able to transcribe medical letters and references for doctors. The medical office administrator also has a strong understanding of the Canadian health care system and knows medical office terminology and procedures.
This program targets students who have excellent interpersonal and critical thinking skills. Accuracy is important along with the ability to organize and prioritize. The student must be considerate and work effectively in a multicultural environment. Good communication skills, both written and oral are also important. Excellent keyboarding skills are an asset.
Applicants must have successfully completed the Office Administration - General with a Grade Point Average of 2.00 or better, or equivalent.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.
