Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs

A Healthcare Administrative Assistant is a vital member of health care administration, providing crucial support to healthcare management teams. Their tasks entail organizing medical records, scheduling appointments, managing patient admissions and discharges, and assisting with billing. They also act as a liaison between the administration, the medical staff, and the patients by handling correspondence, answering queries, and providing information. Being the front line of communication, they must ensure efficient and effective administrative operations within a healthcare setting.

Important skills for a Healthcare Administrative Assistant include strong communication, ability to multitask, proficiency in computer and office equipment, and knowledge of medical terminologies. They should also present excellent organizational and customer service skills. A certification like the Certified Medical Administrative Assistant (CMAA) from the National Healthcareer Association can be beneficial. Typically, individuals might start their careers in roles like a Medical Receptionist or Medical Secretary, Health Information Technician, or even a General Administrative Assistant, before advancing to a Healthcare Administrative Assistant position.

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Valley Radiology

Patient Services Representative

Work with our Insurance/Authorizations team to gain accurate insurance authorization, eligibility, and denial information for our patients, and be able to communicate that clearly with our patients,...

Mediko

Administrative Assistant, Medical

  • Mediko
  • Newton, NC
  • 15 days ago
  • Mediko
  • Newton, NC
  • 15 days ago

MEDIKO: Mission driven & committed to delivering high-quality medical care to the communities we serve. Our dedicated Healthcare Professionals find meaning, support and new opportunities to learn...

Patient Access Representative Specialty Clinics 12hrs/week

  • Worthington, MN
  • 10 days ago
  • Worthington, MN
  • 10 days ago

As a Patient Access Representative, your primary responsibility will be providing extraordinary customer service to patients with every interaction....

Patient Access Representative Worthington Float Pool 40hrs/week

  • Worthington, MN
  • 13 days ago
  • Worthington, MN
  • 13 days ago

Job Summary Join our Sanford Patient Access Family and Grow the Good!...

Patient Access Representative - AF Walk-In Clinic 12hrs/week

  • Bemidji, MN
  • 13 days ago
  • Bemidji, MN
  • 13 days ago

As a Patient Access Representative, your primary responsibility will be providing extraordinary customer service to patients with every interaction....

Patient Access Representative, Float Radiology 40Hrs/Week

  • Fargo, ND
  • 22 days ago
  • Fargo, ND
  • 22 days ago

Job Summary Two major functions of the Patient Access Representative (PAR) are patient registration and scheduling....

Patient Access Specialist, Clinic - AF Physical Therapy 40hrs/week

  • Bemidji, MN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bemidji, MN
  • 45+ days ago

Verifies patient registration and confirms benefit coverage, including deductibles and out-of-pocket expenses; researches and verifies covered benefits for ordered tests, procedures, and other services...

Patient Service Representative - HIMG Pulmonary (Casual) - 7325

  • Huntington, WV
  • moments ago
  • Huntington, WV
  • moments ago

St. Marys Medical Center seeks a Casual Patient Service Representative to work in our HIMG Pulmonary Department. This individual will meet and greet patients for the Clinic as needed, schedule...

Patient Access Specialist

  • Mint Hill, NC
  • moments ago
  • Mint Hill, NC
  • moments ago

Experience: Minimum one year experience in patient access, registration, billing, cash collection, insurance and/or pre-certification in a medical environment, preferred....

Patient Service Representative - HIMG Electrophysiology (Full Time) - 7313

  • Huntington, WV
  • moments ago
  • Huntington, WV
  • moments ago

St. Marys Medical Center seeks a full-time Patient Service Representative to work in our HIMG Electrophysiology Department. This individual will meet and greet patients for the Clinic as needed,...

Come work at the best place to give and receive care! Job Description: Who We Are: Affiliated with Southern New Hampshire Medical Center, Foundation Medical Partners is the second largest...

Senior PSR - Patient Services Representative - Breast Health Network - Edmond Department: BHN-Edmond Job Description: Location: 2601 Kelley Pointe Parkway Suite 101 (Edmond) Shift: Full-Time (40...

Patient Service Representative - Full Time First Shift

  • Front Royal, VA
  • moments ago
  • Front Royal, VA
  • moments ago

Collection of Payments/Cash Handling Conveys to patient what payment is due based upon Insurance card or insurance verification and requests of patient how they will be paying today (cash, check, credit...

Outpatient Patient Service Representative, Lewistown Clinic (Full Time)

  • Lewistown, MT
  • moments ago
  • Lewistown, MT
  • moments ago

Completion of Clarivate Patient Access II Education Packet within 3 months of hire/transfer....

Patient Access Representative - PRN, Olathe

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • moments ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • moments ago

Patient Access Representative - PRN, OlatheOlathe Health College Point 23450 College Blvd....

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Salary for Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHealthcareAdministration research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Healthcare Administrative Assistants offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.1%
High School or GED
18.4%
Associate's Degree
17.7%
Master's Degree
14.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.2%
Some College
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.9%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Healthcare Administrative Assistants
1-2 years
57.3%
2-4 years
20.9%
Less than 1 year
19.2%
None
2.6%
10+ years
0.1%


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