Medical Office Administration Program
Get a head start in healthcare with Fortis Medical Office Administration Training
The first steps a patient takes when entering a medical office or healthcare facility are to the front desk, where a professional medical office administrator is often ready with a greeting and instructions for check-in. The Fortis Medical Office Administration Training Program can help build the foundation for a stable and respected entry-level role in the healthcare industry, providing support to patients and managing administrative duties.
What does a medical office administrator do?
Medical office administrators work in a medical office setting, managing bookkeeping, billing and collection, records management, patient data collection, transcription, appointment scheduling, written correspondence, and more.
What does it take to become a medical office administrator?
To enroll in the Fortis Medical Office Administration Program, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Hold a high school diploma, General Educational Development (GED) certificate, or equivalent
- Be at least 17 years old at the start of studies
- Submit an application form
- Participate in an interview with administrative staff
Why Fortis?
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Less time to earn a degree or diploma and start employment
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Career-focused classes
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Hands-on training
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Flexible class schedules
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Accredited programs
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Financial aid for those who qualify
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Career services
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Connections to local employers
What does a medical office administrator at Fortis look like?
- Earn a diploma in 45 weeks
- Experience a mix of classroom and hands-on learning
- Participate in an externship, applying learned skills to real-life situations in a healthcare setting
- Learn from passionate, experienced instructors with real-world skills and a dedication to student success
- Become eligible toward the completion of the program to take the National Health-career Association’s (NHA) Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) exam*
What You’ll Learn
- General administrative and organizational skills expected in the workplace in an entry level position
- Sound knowledge of medical terminology, insurance, basic coding, hospital admissions and medical billing
- How to use management and electronic health record software for efficient management of patient health information to complete daily office tasks
What career opportunities are available for medical office administrators
Graduates of the Fortis Medical Office Administration program will be prepared to seek entry-level employment for positions such as:
- Medical Office Assistant
- Administrative Medical Assistant
- Patient Account Representative
- Insurance Billing Representative
- Medical Records Clerk
- Patient Financial Services Representative
What is the job outlook?
National job outlook data provides insight into career trends across the United States, including which occupations are growing, in demand, and expected to offer employment opportunities. This information is sourced from Lightcast and includes data from O*NET Online, a comprehensive resource developed by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA) that describes job duties, skills, and workforce trends. Data is used under the CC BY 4.0 license.