Medical Office

Length: One or two years
Grades: 10, 11, 12, and Adult
Credits: 1-4
Clock Hours: 244

Suggested
Prerequisite: Keyboarding

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Job Opportunities

Especially in the legal and medical fields, job possibilities are excellent. In addition to having special skills for these types of offices, there are a multitude of related areas in which a student can apply the skills obtained in this class. Salaries are generally higher than a typical office job, because of the additional skill required.

This class will help the student prepare for a variety of positions, including:

Related keyboarding activities	Human relations
Related terminology	Simulations
Medical transcription	Record keeping
Appointment calendars	Decision making

Course Description

Job opportunities in the medical office are plentiful as the health field continues to grow. This course begins with the student studying introductory medical terminology, utilizing a computer program to test his or her knowledge. After completion of this unit, the student will select from a variety of options, including medical transcription, patient billing, medical office procedures, medical filing, or advanced terminology. Opportunities will also be available to perform simulations that provide a realistic view of the field.

For Additional Information Contact:

Mrs. Colleen Closser
Instructor
Mrs. Comfort Trullinger
Registrar/Financial Aid Officer
Mrs. Sharon Bergman
Guidance Counselor / Placement Coordinator

Hannibal Career and Technical Center

4550 McMasters Avenue
Hannibal, MO 63401-2285
Phone: (573) 221-4430

Fax: (573) 221-7971

Medical assistant	Medical transcriptionist

Medical records clerk	Receptionist for medical office

Medical Office/Terminology

Job Opportunities

Learning Activities include:

Course Description

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For Additional Information Contact:

Hannibal Career and Technical Center