Medical Secretary
Total Credit Hours:
72
Approved Hour Fee:
35 JOD
Overview
Vision and Mission
Program Objectives
Learning Outcomes
Career Prospects
Overview
The Medical Secretary Program is a specialized administrative program that prepares professionals to provide both administrative and technical support to healthcare and medical institutions. The curriculum covers office management fundamentals, medical terminology, medical records management, and the organization of patient appointments and files.
The program aims to produce administrative assistants and technicians with strong communication skills, proficiency in computer and office software applications, and the ability to manage medical procedures efficiently and accurately.
The program also equips students with the necessary knowledge to understand health laws and regulations related to privacy and the confidentiality of medical information.
In addition, the program includes hands-on training in medical work environments, enabling graduates to deliver medical secretarial services with competence and professionalism.
Vision and Mission
Graduating technicians and administrative assistants with effective communication skills, proficiency in using computers and office software, and the ability to handle various medical procedures with accuracy and speed.
The program also equips students with the necessary knowledge to understand health laws and regulations related to privacy and the confidentiality of medical information.
Program Objectives
The Medical Secretary Diploma Program aims to prepare graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary to support both administrative and clinical work in healthcare institutions. The program focuses on achieving the following objectives:
1. Prepare specialized professional staff capable of efficiently managing medical administrative tasks, including scheduling appointments, maintaining records, and managing health information.
2. Provide students with basic medical knowledge that enables them to understand medical terminology, general clinical procedures, and the fundamentals of dealing with patients and healthcare providers.
3. Develop professional communication skills to ensure effective interaction with various segments of society within the healthcare environment.
4. Enhance students’ ability to use technology, particularly electronic medical record systems and modern office software relevant to the medical sector.
5. Promote the concept of professional ethics in the healthcare field, ensuring the complete confidentiality of medical data and adherence to applicable laws and regulations.
6. Encourage students to pursue continuous learning and self-development to keep pace with technological and organizational advancements in the healthcare sector.
7. Support Palestinian health development plans by graduating qualified medical secretaries who contribute to improving the quality of healthcare services provided to the community.
Through these objectives, the program seeks to prepare students for a vital role in supporting both medical and administrative performance and enhancing the operational efficiency of various healthcare institutions.
Learning Outcomes
The Medical Secretary Diploma Program aims to graduate professionals with learning outcomes that ensure excellence in their field. The most notable of these outcomes include:
1. A comprehensive understanding of basic medical terminology and its accurate use in administrative contexts.
2. Mastery of modern office skills, such as managing correspondence, organizing meetings, and preparing medical reports.
3. The ability to work with electronic medical record systems and maintain patient data with the highest levels of confidentiality and accuracy.
4. Development of effective communication skills with doctors, nurses, patients, and visitors, contributing to improved workflow within healthcare
institutions.
5. Solid knowledge of health laws and policies related to privacy and the protection of patient data.
6. Possession of strong personal and professional skills, such as punctuality, organization, working under pressure, and critical thinking.
7. The ability to provide logistical support to doctors and medical staff during daily administrative operations.
8. Positive interaction with the healthcare work environment and respect for cultural and social diversity within medical institutions.
Career Prospects
Graduates of the Medical Secretary Diploma have wide and distinguished opportunities to enter the job market across various sectors. The most prominent fields of employment include:
- Working as medical secretaries in public and private hospitals.
- Managing medical files and organizing patient appointments in specialty clinics and medical centers.
- Employment in health insurance centers and medical claims management.
- Providing medical administrative and secretarial services in private clinics and medical centers.
- Working in companies specializing in health information management and electronic medical records.
- Serving as administrative assistants in medical research centers and academic institutions.
- Freelancing by offering electronic medical file management services online.
Admission Requirements
High School Completion