The Manhattan School of Computer Technology strives to prepare students for real-world work through practical, hands-on experience. Those seeking a successful Medical Office Specialist career need to master various skills to succeed in this multi-faceted, fast-paced position. Our placement coordinator organizes internships for each student where they can explore their career options, make industry connections, hone their skills, and get accustomed to the life of a Medical Office Specialist. How students approach their internship contributes significantly to their academic and professional success. Here are some tips for making the most of your placement — and a look at the career support MSCT provides along the way.

Medical Office Specialists must be comfortable interacting with others, including colleagues and patients. Your ability to connect with people will open doors in your career — solid professional connections and networking skills can lead to competitive job opportunities and boost your performance in any role you secure after graduation. During your internship, networking won't only help you land your first position, but it will also present the perfect avenue for exchanging ideas, building confidence, and improving your professional presence. Some ways to flex your networking muscle during placement include inviting a high-performing colleague to lunch, asking career-related questions, seeking out networking events, and offering your help when appropriate.

Throughout your career as a Medical Office Specialist, you will learn a broad range of skills. MSCT's rigorous training program educates students on the latest standards of medical office technology and provides several avenues to perfect their competencies. With that said, your internship will be the most intensive career preparation you experience, and there's bound to be a learning curve. Though you should put forth your best effort, don't be afraid to fail as you practice the skills you've learned in class. Approach each mistake as a learning opportunity, ask questions as they come up, and develop good work habits early on.

MSCT offers extensive career support throughout the program. In Medical Office Specialist training — available both online and in-person — our expert instructors share industry knowledge on what today's employers are looking for. Our placement coordinator tailors each career placement to the individual student, striving to find the best-fit clinic for their professional goals. Beyond placement, students also have access to job placement assistance, career counseling, resume preparation and review, portfolio review, job fairs, career-related workshops, resume filing services, and simulated interview practice. This unwavering support ensures that our graduates enter the workforce confident in both their industry-specific competencies and their employment skills.