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I have three years of being a receptionist and I am looking for a new job but it seems like medical offices don't hire secretaries anymore?
1 answer - Asked By: greenburg603 - 2/20/2013
My college is offering several courses this upcoming january and I dont know which one to take, I want to take the one that makes the most money and is in high demand. Medical Assistant Phlebotomist Medical office secretary. I know what all of them do, and I am willing to do all of them, But i just dont know what is in demand more, and what makes more money? Can anyone help me on this please?
2 answers - Asked By: Melynda T - 10/20/2009
I am looking into going back to school i was thinking about medical billing, mefical coding and billing, office assistant, medical office assistant, legal secretary,or administrative assistant. but i want to know how much each job gets paid before i start the wrong one and not make as much money as i could....please help i cant wear this uniform anymore.
5 answers - Asked By: Christina Sano - 11/14/2011
If you work in medical office, how did you get your start? I'm working on my associates degree in Medical Office Admin., but first I'm going to get a certificate in Medical Billing and Coding. I'm more than a year away from getting the certificate and more than 2 1/2 years from getting the degree (I'm going part-time). I would like to start working in an office before then, but haven't had any luck finding a job. Will I probably have to wait until I finish my education?
2 answers - Asked By: Laura in North Carolina - 1/28/2008
I have applied for a job in a medical office of a secretary, I was wondering if there is any site that lets you practice the general computer tasks, skill of taking calls, tackling the callers, appointments and the paperwork which is managed by a secretary in an office. Thanks for your help.
2 answers - Asked By: Purplish - 9/15/2009
I'm a premed student who is interested in working for a doctor's office and trying to gain clinical assistance while helping out the doctors as well. The only problem is that I don't have any prior experience working in a medical office, just hospital volunteer experience and babysitting. Recently I've been cold calling doctors offices, emailing and faxing resumes and leaving messages on their answering machines for the past week or so, but was wondering if their was anything I could do to increase my chances. Any advice?
3 answers - Asked By: ladybug88 - 6/22/2009
I got a job interview for a secretary/receptionist at a medical office.what r the duties does one perform?how much salary can on expect?how hectic or hard the job is?can anyone tell me?thx.
2 answers - Asked By: hello - 2/7/2008
I am currently taking a certificate program online in medical secretary but my instructor told me in order to be more marketable I should consider getting the associate degree. I just want to land an entry level position in a medical office to gain experience then go from there. If anyone worked as a medical secretary or any front office position in a medical facility, how did you get started in the profession and if you went to school before earning the position what did you earn? Do you think it is a waste of time to earn a degree in medical secretary?
2 answers - Asked By: dreamgirl L - 3/18/2008
What degree or certificate would help me get a job as a school secretary, so far i have a teacher assistant certificate and am working to be a teacher but want to in the meantime be a school or office secretary, the ads always say high school diploma and clerical experience, well i dont have clerical experience. the only certificates are for medical office not regular office....what do you suggest for me to get my foot in the door??
1 answer - Asked By: Evelyn - 3/15/2012
Took a job at a medical office and im a secretary. basically i was supposed to be a temp for 3 months. comes november, the boss tell me some ish about being patient with her. 2 weeks later, we get a new medical assistant. it holiday season. we get a BUNCH of days off that i dont get paid for! how do i tell her in a nice way that I need to become permanent because this is taking a toll on me, i have bills!
5 answers - Asked By: ¤AFTERN00N L0VAH¤ - 12/20/2012
I have a legal background as a receptionist, I want to work in a medical office and eventually become an Ophthalmic Tech. much later. But, I have no medical experience. Classes are usually in the day, I can't not work, day classes usually give intern after completion. What's the best way to try to get my foot in the door? What's the best cover letter to send that will get their attention?
2 answers - Asked By: Shaybay - 7/26/2006
I am thinking about going to school and becoming this. I have always wanted to work in a medical office and deal with organizational and planning things. If anyone knows or has advice on it, I would really appreciate it. Thank You
2 answers - Asked By: Celia - 7/22/2008
I really cant choose between Psychology or Medical office admin. I love both, I want to be able to land a job really easily and I want to make alot of money. I have researched alot of websites already but I just want to hear from people who actually have taken either course or know someone who has. Just to add Im taking the courses through Univ. of Phoenix.
2 answers - Asked By: CHARMIN - 4/2/2010
There are many jobs in a hospital setting, doctors' office, or nursing home that would bring a person into contact with patients. I just was unsure if having worked as a medical secretary with patient contact would count enough to make a good impression on a nursing school application. Can anyone offer advice? Generally speaking, what are the previous job backgrounds that really make a good impression on a nursing school application?
4 answers - Asked By: wave9876 - 6/2/2010
Okay this would be my first job. i have a certificate as a medical administrative specialist (that's what it says basically a secretary) i would like to start off in entry level or whatever im needed in. this is what i had but i think its awful: OBJECTIVE: To specialize in medical administrative in a medical office or hospital. To work hard, gain respect with my work mates in a good work environment, to grow in a company, and achieve success for both the company and me. help!!!!
2 answers - Asked By: MCRchick - 3/18/2009
♥-----------★ღ♥-----------★ b/c i want to go to a university; but i want to become a medical office assistant//medical secutary . is that possible .
1 answer - Asked By: =) - 5/3/2007
Trying to figure out what the most in demand office type jobs are now in 2013. I worked for a mortgage company for about 10 years and we all lost our jobs when the company closed. I need to look in to a new area of employment. What is more in demand, basic receptionist/secretary for any company, being an administrative assistant, getting into the medical field either as a medical secretary, medical records or billing and coding. I have years of clerical and office skills I am hoping to apply that to get a new career. I have heard the medical field is stable. After being in the mortgage field I don't want to do that again, so many people lost their jobs. Any suggestions
1 answer - Asked By: Bec458 - 2/24/2013
Thanks Like an obgyn dentist or something like that. If you know any number information on any of these please let me know Like an obgyn dentist or something like that. If you know any number information on any of these please let me know
2 answers - Asked By: november - 5/9/2013
What medical jobs hire 15 or 16 year olds? What is the average pay?...THANKYOU!
3 answers - Asked By: Jack Maxter - 9/6/2011
I'm thinking of re-training, and would like to know more about becoming a medical secretary. Is there a specific course or qualification required - I've googled this and can see that Medical Terminology is one, are there any others? I already have pretty good administration skills.... but would these be enough? Also what are the rates of pay like, and is there room for progression and development? Any info or advice would be gratefully received, thanks you guys!
3 answers - Asked By: Han - 5/28/2009
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Medical Secretary

Supports healthcare staff by representing physicians and other healthcare workers; screening and sorting mail, documents, and telephone calls; scheduling patient appointments and arranging referrals; billing patients and third-party payers; controlling accounts receivables; transcribing dictation; preparing medical reports, patient histories, operative notes, manuscripts, and correspondence; maintaining office files and patient records.
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