Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in Santa Barbara, 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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Patient Access Representative - Part Time Admitting- Onsite

  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Family: Admitting Representative Travel Required: None Clearance Required: None What You Will Do: The Part Time Patient Access Representative will provide efficient, timely, courteous registration...

Patient Services Representative - Neurology

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 6 days ago

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: SC - Sansum Clinic Position Overview: Serves as the first point of contact for patients entering the medical facility....

Patient Service Representative II-Rheumatology

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 12 days ago

Sutter Health Patient Service Representative II-Rheumatology in Santa Barbara , California We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: SC - Sansum Clinic Position...

Patient Services Representative II

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 12 days ago

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: SC - Sansum Clinic Position Overview: Serves as the first point of contact for patients entering the medical facility....

Patient Access Representative- Part Time- onsite

  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Job Family : Admitting Representative Travel Required : None Clearance Required : None What You Will Do : The Part Time Patient Access Representative will provide efficient, timely, courteous registration...

Patient Service Representative Oncology, Santa Barbara

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 16 days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 16 days ago

General Information Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility Work Location : Santa Barbara, USA Onsite or Remote Fully On-Site Work Schedule Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm Posted Date...

Patient Access Representative- Onsite -Hospital Setting

  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Job Family : Admitting Representative Travel Required : None Clearance Required : None What You Will Do : The Part Time Patient Access Representative will provide efficient, timely, courteous registration...

Patient Access Representative- Part Time

  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 20 days ago

Job Family : Admitting Representative Travel Required : None Clearance Required : None What You Will Do : The Part Time Patient Access Representative will provide efficient, timely, courteous registration...

Patient Service Representative - Primary and Specialty Care, Goleta (Santa Barbara)

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 29 days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 29 days ago

General Information Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility Work Location : Goleta, USA Onsite or Remote Fully On-Site Work Schedule Monday-Friday, 9:00am-6:00pm Posted Date...

Inventory Control Clerk - Medical Devices

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 90+ days ago

Requisition ID : 61502 Title : Inventory Control Clerk - Medical Devices Division : Arthrex California Inc. (US03) Location: ACI Santa Barbara CA (US26) Salary Range: Salary Minimum: $19.55 Salary...

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Salary for Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in Santa Barbara, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Administrative Assistants in Santa Barbara, 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 Santa Barbara, CA
1-2 years
57.3%
2-4 years
20.9%
Less than 1 year
19.2%
None
2.6%
10+ years
0.1%