Medical Office Assistant and Unit Clerk

What is a Medical Office Assistant or Unit Clerk?

Medical Office Assistants are the integral part of any healthcare facility, providing tasks that keep healthcare offices, clinics, and hospitals functioning smoothly. Their job titles can range from Medical Office Assistant, Medical Secretary, Patient Coordinator to Unit Clerk. They work in various settings including medical clinics, dental offices, eye clinics, physiotherapy clinics, massage clinics, or hospitals, ensuring the efficient operation of services.

Is this program for you?

Many people think they need years of education to work in healthcare, but that is not the case. If you are a good people person, passionate about helping others, and possess excellent organizational skills, this profession is for you. If you are excited about a job that continuously challenges you, combines healthcare with office administration, and allows you to have a positive impact on your community, then this is the career for you!

Your duties as a Medical Office Assistant or Unit Clerk:

At Alberta Paramount College, we recognize all the skills that a Medical Office Assistant and Unit Clerk must possess to succeed in the workplace. Our curriculum is designed to teach and develop the necessary administrative, technical, and soft skills needed to excel in this career. A 160 hours of practicum will be provided for you by the college to provide real-world work experience, making you confident in your medical administration duties.

How can we help?

At Alberta Paramount College, we recognize all the skills that a Medical Office Assistant and Unit Clerk need to succeed in the workplace. Our curriculum is designed to teach and develop the necessary administrative, technical, and soft skills needed to excel in this career. A four-week practicum will be arranged for you by the college to provide real-world work experience, making you comfortable with your duties in Medical Administration.