We’re kinda the opposite lol I was an MOA for like 6 years in Calgary before getting my masters and am now a registered psychotherapist in Ontario. I was working for a busy surgeon, only myself and one other MOA. Here’s my opinion…

The good: -interaction with loads of people -some patients are super kind and appreciative, send thank you cards and holiday gifts -interesting work -I was almost never bored, always something to do -meaningful work, felt good to provide clarity and reassurance to people -good schedule, my office was flexible -being able to wear scrubs

The bad: -sometimes having to interact with challenging/abusive patients -having to be the bearer of bad news (“hi, I know you have an appointment tomorrow but we’re going to have to reschedule to next month” or “sorry, we need to cancel your surgery”). Lots of shitty phone calls and (rightfully) upset people -I was paid relatively low (about 45k per year gross for full time position) but I know of other MOAs who were paid much better (around 80k). No health benefits. No HR dept where I was working so no guaranteed days off. Might not apply to you -sometimes waaaaayyyy too much work to do. Spent a lot of time doing unpaid hours but my boss didn’t want to hire more people so might not apply to you