As the health care industry expands to meet the needs of a growing population, so too will the opportunities for careers in the field of medical office administration. A medical office administrator is someone who handles all facets of a medical office whether at a large hospital or small private practice. Individuals in this field will be learning about budgeting, scheduling, patient record keeping, after care counseling, and site management. An associate's degree earned in two years is sufficient to start a career in this field. Average yearly salary will be based on the specific type of doctor you work for with ranges from $56,000 to $68,000.