Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in Chattanooga, TN

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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Patient Access Representative II - Memorial Hospital of Chattanooga

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 1 day ago

Patient Access representatives also must employ proper, compliant patient liability collection techniques before, during & after date of service....

Patient Service Representative PRN

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 2 days ago

JOB TITLE : Patient Service Representative GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES : The Patient Services Representative performs general business office functions that may include some or all of the following:...

Patient Access Specialist I, Full-time, Days, EWCH, Murphy, NC

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary: To register patients being admitted to Inpatient, or Outpatient services. Education: Preferred: High School graduate or GED. Experience: Required: Preferred: One-year previous health...

Patient Access Specialist I, Full-time, Nights, EWCH, Murphy, NC

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary: To register patients being admitted to Inpatient, or Outpatient services. Education: Preferred: High School graduate or GED. Experience: Required: Preferred: One-year previous health...

Medical Office Specialist

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 16 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 16 days ago

Description Introduction Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start...

Medical Records Coordinator

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 16 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 16 days ago

Description Introduction Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering...

Patient Service Representative - Physician Practice, Full -Time

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 18 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 18 days ago

Responsible for IDX/Invision patient registration to include obtaining referrals/pre-certs and records on new patients....

Patient Access Specialist, 7p-7a w/ rotating weekends

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 26 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 26 days ago

In addition, Patient Access Specialist I must have comprehensive understanding of the healthcare system patient access policy and procedures as well as enforce established requirements and processes...

Patient Access Specialist, 7a-7p w/ rotating weekends

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago

In addition, Patient Access Specialist I must have comprehensive understanding of the healthcare system patient access policy and procedures as well as enforce established requirements and processes...

Patient Service Representative - Ringold, GA - Full-TIme

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary: Provide a variety of patient and customer service related activities within the Ambulatory Department This position is involved in a team-based approach to care. Team members are...

Patient Access Representative II - ED 12p-12a Rotating

  • Hixson, TN (10 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hixson, TN (10 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 45+ days ago

Patient Access representatives also must employ proper, compliant patient liability collection techniques before, during & after date of service....

Patient Access Specialist, 7a-7p w/ rotating wknds - Main campus

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 60+ days ago

In addition, Patient Access Specialist I must have comprehensive understanding of the healthcare system patient access policy and procedures as well as enforce established requirements and processes...

Patient Access Specialist, 7a-7p w/ rotating weekends, Main ER

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 90+ days ago

In addition, Patient Access Specialist I must have comprehensive understanding of the healthcare system patient access policy and procedures as well as enforce established requirements and processes...

Patient Access Specialist- M-F, 8a-4p

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 90+ days ago

In addition, Patient Access Specialist I must have comprehensive understanding of the healthcare system patient access policy and procedures as well as enforce established requirements and processes...

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Salary for Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in Chattanooga, TN

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Administrative Assistants in Chattanooga, TN offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.1%
High School or GED
18.3%
Associate's Degree
17.7%
Master's Degree
14.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.1%
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 in Chattanooga, TN
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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