Do you like detailed work?

Do you enjoy the medical field and interacting with people?

Are you interested in a career that is fast-paced?

Have you always appreciated order and organization on the job?

If so, you may find a great opportunity by seeking a degree in Medical Administrative Technology.  Professionals with this degree can work in a variety of medical settings such as doctor's offices, surgical centers, hospitals, clinics, physical therapy clinics, insurance companies, and any medical setting that requires administrative support.

This 64-credit hour degree will prepare students to provide high-level medical administrative support by coordinating patient and healthcare staff schedules, conducting medical transcription and coding, handling medical billing, and performing clerical functions such as preparing correspondence, receiving visitors, and providing high-end customer service.

Barton's Medical Administratie Technology program offers courses face-to-face and the degree is also available 100% online through Barton's online website, www.bartonline.org.  Many courses offer simulation-based learning, professional guest speakers, and exciting field trips.  Students are also encouraged to take part in community-based activities where they can network with potential employers for job placement near the completion of their degree.

 

OCCUPATIONAL OUTLOOK

Growth in the medical administrative support field is expected to grow faster than average.  Technicians with a strong background in medical coding will be in particularly high demand. (Kansas Career Pipeline)According to Projections by Occupations from Kansas Department of Labor, this field is expected to experience a 12-14% growth by the year 2016.  The national median annual earnings of a medical support specialist were $31,820 in May 2010. The middle 50 percent earned between 30,530 and 44,920. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)

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