Discover the Differences in Duties, Responsibilities, Certifications, Salary, and Job Outlook
Medical Assistants (MAs) and Medical Office Assistants (MOAs) have a lot in common. Both MAs and MOAs work in the same type of medical facilities, such as physician offices, hospitals, outpatient centers, and offices of other health practitioners. Both jobs can involve performing the administrative tasks needed to keep a healthcare facility working smoothly. But whereas MA duties typically include direct patient care and assisting the doctors and nurses with patient care, MOAs focus exclusively on the administrative duties, such as coding and filling out insurance forms, billing, and bookkeeping.
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While this blog may occasionally contain information that relates to Unitek College's programs or courses, the majority of information provided within this blog is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to represent the specific details of any educational offerings or opinions of Unitek College. *Please note that wage data provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) or other third-party sources may not be an accurate reflection of all areas of the country, may not account for the employees' years of experience, and may not reflect the wages or outlook of entry-level employees, such as graduates of our program. (accessed on 09/21/2026)
