Administrative Assistant Medical Office - Pierce College at Fort Steilacoom

Administrative Assistant Medical Office from Pierce College at Fort Steilacoom is a Campus Associate Health Administration degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. The program prepares graduates to work in a variety of medical office settings. Medical assistants/transcriptionists must work with a high degree of accuracy and a clear understanding of medical ethics, legality of medical reports and empathy for patients. A thorough knowledge of punctuation and grammar, medical terminology, medical transcription, medical forms (including basic coding and processing insurance forms,) word processing and accounting are essential elements of the program. The Associate in Medical Office Assistant/Transcriptionist is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions. Medical/Dental Assistant Medical Transcriptionist Medical/Dental Office Manager Medical Receptionist Program Outcomes Work independently and in teams. Interact courteously and responsibly with diverse people in the office environment. Manage time and multiple tasks appropriate to the office. Demonstrate commitment to the office profession and life-long learning. Apply technical skills to meet industry standards in the office. Communicate effectively using written, oral, and visual communications skills. Use software to manage information. Conduct effective web searches; critically analyze web sites and related professional articles. Demonstrate knowledge of the United State\\\'s Health Insurance Privacy and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Understand and properly define medical terminology and anatomy. Demonstrate competency with first aid and CPR. View more details on Pierce College at Fort Steilacoom . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Health Administration courses.