Medical Office Administration
Description of Associate in Applied Science in Medical Office Administration from Central Piedmont Community College
Visit the CPCC Office Administration Department for contact information.
| Possible job titles for graduates | Corresponding Holland Code | |
| Medical Office Assistant | CS | |
| Medical Secretary | CS | |
| Medical Biller/Coder | CS | |
| Medical Transcriptionist | CI | |
| Office/Practice Manager | ECS | |
| Medical Records Administrator | CS | |
| * Holland Codes describe occupations' general characteristics and people's interests. Look for careers that fit your interests. If you do not know your Holland Code, contact Career Services to inquire about career assessment. | ||
Necessary abilities and qualities
- Customer and personal service
- Knowledge and competency of computers and software
- Desire to assist and care for others
- Organizational skills and time management
- Computer software knowledge and competency
- Knowledge of medical terms and information
- Attention to detail
- Excellent speaking and writing skills
- Near vision
- Cooperation and dependability
- Self-control and stress tolerance
- Ability to work well in a group or with a team
Occupation & Professional Information Resources
- O*Net on Medical Secretaries
- Occupational Outlook Handbook, Secretaries & Administrative Assistants
- Occupational Outlook Handbook, Medical Transcriptionists
- Watch a video about medical office workers
- Watch a video about medical transcriptionists
- American Association for Medical Transcriptionists
- American Academy of Professional Coders
- Tammy, Medical Secretary (Profile)
- Salary.com look up salaries by title and region
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