Strong Demand for Medical Office Assistants in Ontario
Medical Office Assistants continue to play an important role in Canada’s healthcare system, supporting clinics, hospitals, physician offices, and other medical settings.
According to the Government of Canada’s Job Bank, the employment outlook for Medical Administrative Assistants in Ontario is rated “Very Good” for 2025–2027.
The outlook is supported by:
- Continued employment growth creating new positions
- Retirements creating additional job openings
- Ongoing staffing needs across healthcare facilities
Approximately 28,500 people currently work in this occupation in Ontario, with many employed in physician offices, outpatient healthcare services, clinics, and hospitals.
Medical Office Assistants may support healthcare teams by scheduling appointments, managing patient records, preparing documents, handling billing, communicating with patients, and maintaining day-to-day office operations.
The Government of Canada also notes that candidates with medical office administration training and knowledge of healthcare information systems may have better employment opportunities.
For individuals interested in healthcare but looking for a career focused on administration, organization, communication, and patient service, Medical Office Assistant training can offer a practical pathway into the healthcare sector.
Source: Government of Canada Job Bank, Medical Administrative Assistants (NOC 13112), 2025–2027 employment outlook.
