Careers In Medical Office
As with many healthcare careers, jobs in the medical office category are expected to be plentiful as the healthcare industry continues to expand. These careers provide interesting and challenging work in a variety of settings such as doctor's offices, hospitals and insurance companies.
Specialized education is usually needed for careers in this category and can be found at many vocational schools, community colleges and online schools. Associate's degrees and certificates such as those in medical office administration, medical transcription and health information management are all widely available.
The jobs below are those identified by BrainTrack as commonly requiring higher education either for entry or for advancement. Hyperlinked jobs go to detailed profiles, including lists of schools with relevant programs.
| Occupation | Jobs | Growth '08-'18 | Low - Median - High | Some College | Bachelor Degree+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medical Secretaries | 470,000 | 27% | 48% | 17% | |
| Medical Records And Health Information Technicians | 171,000 | 20% | 48% | 15% | |
| Medical Transcriptionists | 83,000 | 11% | 54% | 12% |
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