Medical Office Assistant/Unit Clerk

Prepare for a rewarding healthcare career with ABHI's Medical Office Assistant/Unit Clerk Diploma Program. Gain hands-on training in medical office procedures, health information management, medical terminology, and administrative skills to become employment-ready in today's growing healthcare industry.
Duration
37 Weeks
Credential
Diploma
Delivery Mode
Hybrid Learning
Median Starting Salary
$29, 760.00 - $53, 088.00

Admission Requirements

Upcoming Intakes

Starts every month

Program Overview

The Medical Office Assistant/Unit Clerk Diploma Program at ABHI prepares students for rewarding careers in hospitals, medical clinics, long-term care facilities, and other healthcare settings. Through a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on training, students gain practical skills in medical office procedures, health information management, medical terminology, medical transcription, business communications, Microsoft Office applications, and clinical administrative practices. The program also emphasizes strong communication and interpersonal skills to support healthcare professionals and provide quality patient care. With Canada's growing healthcare industry and increasing demand for skilled administrative professionals, ABHI equips graduates with the knowledge, confidence, and real-world experience needed to become employment-ready and succeed as Medical Office Assistants or Unit Clerks.

Program Outline

  • Computer Application and Office Technology
  • Introduction to Medical Office Assisting
  • Accounting Applications
  • Human Anatomy, Medical Terminology and Pharmacology
  • Medical Transcription
  • Medical Office Practices
  • Administrative Skills and Procedures
  • Medical Billing, Scheduling, and Health Care Plans
  • Clinical Skills and Procedures
  • Job Search and Career Development
  • Practicum

Career Opportunities

ABHI offers schedules designed to suit the needs of the students. Students will be given the opportunity and option to take courses full-time, part-time days or evenings, or weekends. Successful graduates of this program will be qualified to work as receptionists or administrative staff in various healthcare settings which include the following:

  • Hospital admitting/ER departments, such as Switchboard, Cashier, Information, and Patient registration.
  • Ambulatory/outpatient departments
  • Research facilities
  • Long-term care facilities
  • Medical offices
  • Walk-in care centers
  • Medical finance and administrative departments
  • Chiropractic and Acupuncture Centres
  • Laboratory and X-ray Clinics
  • Medical supply companies
  • Wellness and Fitness Centres
  • Group home and Community Living Societies
  • Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Clinics

Flexible Scheduling Options: ABHI offers flexible scheduling options to accommodate students' needs. Courses can be taken on weekdays or weekends. This flexibility ensures that students can tailor their education to fit their individual schedules and career goals.