Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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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Medical Administrative Assistant/Medical Assistant

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 9 hours ago

We are a a growing and patient-focused healthcare practice dedicated to providing high-quality medical services such as TMJ, Sleep Medicine, ENT and integrative health procedures. We are looking...

Patient Access Representative

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 19 hours ago

General understanding of Patient Registration Systems Completed a minimum of the Microsoft Level 1 classes in Outlook, or be able to pass the PFS proficiency exam level 1....

Patient Services Representative II

  • Castro Valley, CA (16 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Castro Valley, CA (16 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: SEBMF-East Bay Medical Foundation Position Overview: Serves as the first point of contact for patients entering the...

Patient Access Representative II,Admitting

  • Burlingame, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Burlingame, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 21 hours ago

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: MPHS-Mills-Peninsula Medical Center Position Overview: Serves as the face to face point of contact for patients. This job...

Patient Access Representative II - Laboratory

  • Burlingame, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Burlingame, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 21 hours ago

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: MPHS-Mills-Peninsula Medical Center Position Overview: Serves as the face to face point of contact for patients. This job...

Patient Access Representative II-Radiology

  • San Mateo, CA (15 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • San Mateo, CA (15 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 21 hours ago

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: MPHS-Mills-Peninsula Medical Center Position Overview: Serves as the face to face point of contact for patients. This job...

Patient Access Specialist - Walnut Creek, CA

  • Walnut Creek, CA (19 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (19 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 1 day ago

The Patient Access Specialist functions as an integral member of the team and is the first point of contact for all persons inquiring about the provider's practice....

Medical Records Coordinator

  • Oakland, CA (11 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (11 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Partner with us in making a positive change! Join a community thats changing mental healthcare for the better. We have been certified as a Great Place to Work by our own employees for 7 years and...

Patient Access Representative I

  • Redwood City, CA (23 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (23 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 5 days ago

level II with a minimum of 1-year experience within Patient Access Services....

Patient Services Representative II, Float

  • San Ramon, CA (22 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Ramon, CA (22 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 6 days ago

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation ALD Position Overview: Serves as the first point of contact for patients entering the...

Medical Clerk

  • El Sobrante, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • El Sobrante, CA (14 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 8 days ago

The Position : Under the supervision of the Clinic RN Supervisor, the Medical Clerk provides routine support to the clinic staff and participants in the clinic. This individual provides clerical...

Patient Services Representative II, Neurology

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 9 days ago

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: SPMF-Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation - South Position Overview: Serves as the first point of contact for patients...

Patient Services Representative II, Urology

  • Daly City, CA (6 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Daly City, CA (6 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 12 days ago

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: SPMF-Sutter Pacific Medical Foundation - South Position Overview: Serves as the first point of contact for patients...

Administrative Assistant - Healthcare (H)

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 13 days ago

This is a great opportunity to launch a career in healthcare administration and high potential for conversion for exemplary candidates....

Patient Services Representative (RKLMC)

  • Oakland, CA (11 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (11 miles from San Francisco, CA)
  • 17 days ago

Follows up and carries out insurance verification and policy requirements, updates system information, verifies the financial status of patients and provides fee information....

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Salary for Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Administrative Assistants in San Francisco, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.0%
High School or GED
18.5%
Associate's Degree
17.6%
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 San Francisco, CA
1-2 years
57.3%
2-4 years
20.9%
Less than 1 year
19.2%
None
2.6%
10+ years
0.1%