JOB DUTIES

• Compile data and prepare required statistical reports


• Initiate correspondence pertaining to medical records, medical board proceedings, line of duty investigations; and other records and reports pertaining to patient administration


• Apply knowledge of medical terminology as it applies to anatomy and physiology


• Maintain a medical record tracking system within the medical treatment facility

Job training for a patient administration specialist requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and seven weeks of Advanced Individual Training, including practice in various office functions.



Some of the skills you’ll learn are:

• English grammar, spelling and punctuation


• Typing and clerical skills


• Setting up and maintaining filing and publication systems


• Preparing forms and correspondence in military style