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MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Certificate of Proficiency: 31- 33 units

The Medical Administrative Assistant works in a healthcare facility doing front office and administrative tasks.  Positions require excellent communication and detail skills.  Medical Administrative Assistants find employment opportunities with physicians, clinics, hospitals, or assisted living environments.

TYPICAL DUTIES
Works closely with physician establishing/implementing office policy
Formulates written communication
Creates business promotional materials (brochures, business cards etc.)
Hires and manages office staff
Maintains business and financial records
May provide insurance billing/coding and general bookkeeping
Stays current with medical and business legalities
Screens/schedules visits from pharmaceutical representatives
Coordinates pharmaceutical educational presentations
Coordinates patient education information
Public Relations

SKILLS and TALENTS
Communication skills
People skills
Leadership skills
Multi-tasker
Detail-oriented

ENTRY LEVEL SALARY RANGE:
$15-$18 per hour depending on geographical location and medical specialty. 
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    Cabrillo College, 6500 Soquel Drive, Aptos, CA 95003, phone: 831-479-6100