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Medical Documentation Assistant Ausbildung in Germany

German name: Medizinische/r Dokumentationsassistent/in

Medical Documentation Assistant is a 3-year school-based vocational training program in Germany, preparing you for a crucial administrative role in the healthcare sector. You will learn the professional recording, management, and processing of medical data for diagnoses, treatments, and billing. This training takes place at vocational schools and does not require prior work experience.

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What you do

  • Recording and managing patient data and medical findings
  • Coding diagnoses and therapeutic measures according to classification systems (e.g., ICD-10)
  • Creating and editing medical reports, expert opinions, and documentation
  • Ensuring data quality and timeliness in information systems
  • Assisting with the billing of medical services
  • Archiving and maintaining digital and physical patient files
  • Communicating with doctors, medical staff, and health insurance companies

Requirements

  • At least a secondary school leaving certificate (Realschulabschluss or equivalent)
  • Very good German language skills (minimum B2 level)
  • Interest in medical topics and administrative tasks
  • Diligence, accuracy, and a strong sense of responsibility
  • Good organizational and communication skills
  • Basic computer literacy and affinity for digital systems
  • Discretion and adherence to data protection regulations

Career prospects

  1. 1Employment in hospitals, doctor's offices, or medical care centers
  2. 2Work for health insurance companies, in medical research, or public health services
  3. 3Specialization in areas such as medical coding or quality management
  4. 4Further training in Medical Information Management or Health Economics
  5. 5Advancement opportunities to leadership positions in medical documentation

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Frequently asked questions

Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.

How much do you earn in a Medical Documentation Assistant Ausbildung in Germany?

Usually 1,100 to 1,300 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.

How long is the Medical Documentation Assistant Ausbildung?

The Ausbildung takes 3 years.

What German level do I need for a Medical Documentation Assistant Ausbildung?

Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.

What are the requirements for a Medical Documentation Assistant Ausbildung?

At least a secondary school leaving certificate (Realschulabschluss or equivalent); Very good German language skills (minimum B2 level); Interest in medical topics and administrative tasks; Diligence, accuracy, and a strong sense of responsibility.

Where can I find open Medical Documentation Assistant Ausbildung positions?

There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.

How to apply as a Medical Documentation Assistant

Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.

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Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.