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Medical Office Assistant
Associate in Applied Arts Degree
With training as a Medical Office Assistant graduate, you have the
opportunity to work in a wide variety of entry-level positions, including
administrative assistant, executive secretary, freelance typist,
receptionist, data entry clerk, typist, transcriptionist, and word
processor.
Medical Office Education graduates can seek employment in the following
areas:
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Doctors’ offices
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Hospitals
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Insurance offices
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Medical clinics
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Military health services
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Secretarial services
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Medical research centers
When can new students enroll?
You may enroll in the Medical Office Education program at the beginning of
any quarter. The program hours are flexible with day, evening, and some
online classes.
Prerequisites
Complete an application to Green River Community College, complete the
COMPASS assessment, spelling test and meet with an advisor.
A GED or high school diploma is highly
recommended before entering the program. Communication (written and
verbal) and organizational skills are vital.
How long does the program take?
It depends on you. If you successfully complete a full schedule each
quarter, the Associates in Applied Arts Degree requirements may be
completed in six quarters.
Special fees
Courses requiring special equipment have additional fees.
Personal requirements for success
Medical Office Education graduates need to be task-oriented and flexible.
Does the program transfer to four-year
schools?
Classes in this program are primarily professional/technical in nature.
All transferability of classes to four-year institutions is at the
discretion of the receiving institution. Students should contact an
advisor at the college to which they intend to transfer.
Special program notes
Green River’s Medical Office Education program offers you:
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A hands-on learning experience.
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Possible credit for relevant prior
experience.
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Possible credit through Tech Prep
articulation agreements.
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An internship opportunity.
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An update of your existing office skills.
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An opportunity to begin a career in the
medical field.
Employment outlook
The Career Development and Employment Services Center can assist you with
your job search.
Salary range
The current starting salary range for a medical office education graduate
may be found at
http://jobtrainingresults.org.
For specific information about the Medical
Office Education program contact:
Julie Slettvet
Extension 4687
jslettve@greenriver.edu
Susan Kolwitz
Extension
4375
skolwitz@greenriver.edu
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