Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in Arizona

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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As a Patient Access Services Representative, you are the first point of contact to patients and visitors as they come into the office. You'll perform a variety of front office administrative task....

Patient Services Representative II

  • Yuma, AZ
  • 22 hours ago
  • Yuma, AZ
  • 22 hours ago

Completes patient registration in a timely and accurate manner to minimize interruption to patients' care....

Patient Access Representative - Glendale, AZ

  • Flagstaff, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Flagstaff, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Registration Department, Physician office or any medical setting Working knowledge of medical terminology Understanding of insurance policies and procedures Experience in insurance reimbursement and...

Patient Access Representative II - Abrazo Scottsdale

  • Glendale, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Glendale, AZ
  • 1 day ago

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

Patient Services Representative

  • AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • AZ
  • 1 day ago

Primary City/State: Arizona, Arizona Department Name: Admin-HME Work Shift: Day Job Category: Administrative Services The future is full of possibilities. At Banner Health, were excited about what...

Patient Service Representative for Carondelet Irvington

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 1 day ago

500 sign on bonus for new hires! Summary : A non-exempt medical office position responsible for front office processes in the physician practice ...Full Time

Patient Service Representative

  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Gilbert, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Overview Precision Dental Center is looking for a Patient Service Representative in Gilbert, Arizona to join our clinical team by providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction while...

Patient Service Representative for Carondelet Ortho

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 1 day ago

500 sign on bonus for new hires! Summary : A non-exempt medical office position responsible for front office processes in the physician practice ...Full Time

Patient Service Representative for Abrazo Biltmore Cardio Surprise

  • Surprise, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Surprise, AZ
  • 1 day ago

500 sign on bonus for new hires! Summary : A non-exempt medical office position responsible for front office processes in the physician practice ...Full Time

500 sign on bonus for new hires! Summary : A non-exempt medical office position responsible for front office processes in the physician practice ...Full Time

Patient Access Representative

  • Yuma, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Yuma, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Min = $16.00 Mid = $18.40 Max = $20.80 Summary: The Patient Access Representative is responsible for completing the patient registration in a timely and accurate manner; secures all demographic and...

Patient Service Representative PD

  • Mesa, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Mesa, AZ
  • 2 days ago

Overview Hello Humankindness Arizona General Hospital Mesa is a 50 bed non-profit facility providing quality health care to patients and communities in and around Mesa, Arizona. We are part of...

Clinical Administrative Coordinator - National Remote

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 3 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 3 days ago

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by...

Remote Work

Patient Access Representative - Phoenix, AZ

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 3 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 3 days ago

Registration Department, Physician office or any medical setting Working knowledge of medical terminology Understanding of insurance policies and procedures Experience in insurance reimbursement and...

Patient Access Services Representative - TMCOne Wilmot Office

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 4 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 4 days ago

Performs patient registration activities to ensure accurate financial and biographical data and documentation have been obtained and properly entered into hospital records....

Demographic Data for Arizona

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Salary for Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in Arizona

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

Highest Education Level

Healthcare Administrative Assistants in Arizona offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.1%
High School or GED
18.5%
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 in Arizona
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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