Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in Sandy Springs, GA

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

  • Atlanta, GA (12 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA (12 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Access Rep II will assist in the coordination, prioritization and completion of front-end patient registration activities ranging from pre-registration through discharge in the Patient Access Services...

Patient Access Specialist I

  • Douglasville, GA (23 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Douglasville, GA (23 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Working knowledge of patient registration systems and intermediate Microsoft Office Suite are preferred. Epic experience preferred....

Patient Access Specialist I ED Services

  • Douglasville, GA (23 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Douglasville, GA (23 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Working knowledge of patient registration systems and intermediate Microsoft Office Suite are preferred....

Patient Service Representative

  • Roswell, GA (8 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Roswell, GA (8 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 2 days ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Greet all patients and visitors with a smile Enter and update as needed, patient demographics Complete insurance verifications for all patients Exhibit excellent communication skills...

PRN Patient Access Specialist I

  • Marietta, GA (8 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Marietta, GA (8 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 3 days ago

WellStar Kennestone Hospital has an opportunity for a Patient Access Specialist I PRN - Night Shift Job Summary: The Patient Access PRN Specialist I position works on an "as needed" basis and typically...

Patient Access Specialist I

  • Acworth, GA (18 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Acworth, GA (18 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 3 days ago

Working knowledge of patient registration systems and intermediate Microsoft Office Suite are preferred. Epic experience preferred....

Patient Access Specialist I - Emergency Department

  • Marietta, GA (8 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Marietta, GA (8 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 3 days ago

WellStar Kennestone Hospital has an opportunity for a Patient Access Specialist I - Emergency Department Full Time - Day Shift - Monday - Friday 7a-3:30p Job Summary: This job is typically the first...

PRN Patient Access Specialist

  • Acworth, GA (18 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Acworth, GA (18 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary: The Patient Access PRN Specialist I position works on an "as needed" basis and typically less than 16 hours per week....

Patient Access Specialist I - ED Services- Sunday - Wednesday 7pm- 5:30am

  • Roswell, GA (8 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Roswell, GA (8 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 4 days ago

Facility: North Fulton Hospital Overview Wellstar North Fulton Hospital has an opportunity for a Patient Access Specialist in ED Services....

Patient Access Specialist

  • Marietta, GA (8 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Marietta, GA (8 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 5 days ago

Working knowledge of patient registration systems and intermediate Microsoft Office Suite are preferred. Epic experience preferred....

Patient Service Representative

  • Atlanta, GA (12 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (12 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 9 days ago

Overview Come join our team! We have an immediate need for a Patient Service Representative in our Atlanta, GA clinic! If you are ready to make an impact every day, and thrive in a fast-paced...

Medical Records Clerk

  • Norcross, GA (11 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Norcross, GA (11 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 10 days ago

Our Company Amerita Overview Amerita, Inc. is a leading provider in Home Infusion therapy. We are looking for a Medical Records Clerk to join our team as we grow to be one of the top home infusion...

Patient Services Representative II

  • Suwanee, GA (19 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Suwanee, GA (19 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 14 days ago

Patient Services Representative II#25-53873 Suwanee, GA All On-site Job Description Our Client, a Medical Research company, is looking for a Patient Services Representative II for their Suwanee,...

Patient Access Specialist

  • Sandy Springs, GA
  • 18 days ago
  • Sandy Springs, GA
  • 18 days ago

The Patient Access Specialist activities include appointment scheduling, referral completion, authorization for visit, pre-registration, and registration....

Patient Service Representative (Front Desk) Roswell (Holcomb Bridge Rd)

  • Roswell, GA (8 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Roswell, GA (8 miles from Sandy Springs, GA)
  • 18 days ago

Patient check in, insurance verification, collection of co-pays and balances, various other front office duties....

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Salary for Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in Sandy Springs, GA

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Administrative Assistants in Sandy Springs, GA 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 Sandy Springs, GA
1-2 years
57.3%
2-4 years
20.9%
Less than 1 year
19.2%
None
2.6%
10+ years
0.1%