Health Careers:
Health Care Office Assistant

What is a health care office assistant?

Health care office assistants work in health care offices performing general office and computer functions that require good interpersonal, writing, medical record-keeping skills and telephone skills. They may order office supplies, schedule meetings, manage information on computers, and greet patients.

Where does a health care office assistant?

Health care office assistants work in clinics, hospitals, physician offices, and nursing and personal care facilities.

What type of education is needed?

Some health care office assistants can enter a job after completion of high school, but many take a variety of post secondary courses to gain computer skills, medical terminology knowledge, and business communication skills.

What is the salary?

Rates of pay can vary depending on the amount of education and variety of skills an employee possesses. Starting wages in Vermont are approximately $8.00 per hour.

How could a health care office assistant advance?

Health care office assistants may continue their education to advance in several directions, including management or administration as well as entry into clinical positions in health care.

Where can I go for more information?

www.iaap-hq.org