Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in California

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,...

Patient Service Representative - Urology - Torrey Pines

  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 3 hours ago

This is a *Full-Time* position (80 hours per pay period) with a Monday - Friday, 8AM - 5PM, schedule located at our Scripps Clinic in Torrey Pines. Once training is complete, this position has a...

Patient Service Representative

  • Yuba City, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Yuba City, CA
  • 3 hours ago

We are seeking a friendly, detail-oriented Patient Services Representative for a short-term, 6-month position. This role is critical to ensuring a welcoming and efficient front-desk experience for...

Patient Access Representative

  • Petaluma, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Petaluma, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Position Overview: TEKsystems, Inc. is seeking a dedicated and professional Patient Access Representative (PBX Operator)....

Patient Services Representative II, Primary Care

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 5 hours 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 Access Representative, Variable Shift

  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Job Summary: Responsible for timely and accurate patient registration. Interviews patients for all pertinent account information....

Patient Services Representative II

  • Lafayette, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Lafayette, CA
  • 7 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 Services Representative II, Magnetic Resonance Imaging

  • Folsom, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Folsom, CA
  • 7 hours ago

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

Patient Services Representative II, Behavioral Health

  • Aptos, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Aptos, CA
  • 8 hours ago

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

Patient Services Representative II, Radiation Oncology

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 8 hours ago

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

Patient Services Representative, Utilization

  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • San Bernardino, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Top-Tier Patient Satisfaction Scores | Largest Teaching Health Center FQHC | 11 Locations offering 44 Specialties | NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home Level 3 Certified Multi-Site Approved for NHSC...

The Patient Access Rep II arranges for the efficient and orderly admission of all inpatients and outpatients....

Patient Services Representative (Float - East Region)

  • San Diego, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Essential Functions of the Job: Assembles all data and documents required for complete patient registration, including, insurance verifications and authorizations....

Lead Patient Services Representative

  • Escondido, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Escondido, CA
  • 8 hours ago

ABOUT US: Community health is about more than just vaccines and checkups. It's about giving people the resources they need to live their best lives. At Neighborhood, this is our vision. A...

Patient Services Representative

  • Poway, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Poway, CA
  • 8 hours ago

About us Community health is about more than just vaccines and checkups. It's about giving people the resources they need to live their best lives. At Neighborhood, this is our vision. A community...

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Salary for Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in California

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

Highest Education Level

Healthcare Administrative Assistants in California 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 California
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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