Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in Iowa

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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Senior Patient Access Representative - Centerville 1st Shift

  • Centerville, IA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Centerville, IA
  • 4 hours ago

Understands the basics of coding diagnoses and procedures as required for insurance authorizations and Medicare compliance....

Administrative Assistant / Medical Staff Coordinator FT Elkader

  • Elkader, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Elkader, IA
  • 2 days ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctors visit or a place to go when youre in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based...

Patient Service Representative

  • West Burlington, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • West Burlington, IA
  • 5 days ago

Overview Come join our team! We have an immediate need for a Patient Service Representative in our West Burlington, IA clinic! If you are ready to make an impact every day, and thrive in a...

Patient Access Representative - Patient Access - Full Time - Days

  • Mason City, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • Mason City, IA
  • 5 days ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Position Purpose: The Patient Access Representative greets patients/family members and obtains and/or verifies demographic, clinical, financial...

Patient Access Representative I - MAIN - 3rd Shift FT

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 5 days ago

Understands the basics of coding diagnoses and procedures as required for insurance authorizations and Medicare compliance....

Patient Registration Clerk

  • Fort Dodge, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • Fort Dodge, IA
  • 6 days ago

Completes registration interviews with patients including insurance verification Performs Point of Service Collections by requesting estimated liabilities, copays, and deposits....

Patient Access Representative I - Main 1st Shift

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 8 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 8 days ago

Understands the basics of coding diagnoses and procedures as required for insurance authorizations and Medicare compliance....

Nursing Unit Clerk - Medical Surgical Oncology (4JPP) 100% Evenings M - F

  • Iowa City, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Iowa City, IA
  • 9 days ago

Notifies appropriate health care professionals of a patient admission and prepares the required forms with patient identification information. Completes and maintains hospital and nursing records....

Patient Access Representative

  • Perry, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Perry, IA
  • 9 days ago

Patient Access Professionally represents Dallas County Hospital to all patients, visitors in person, and phone calls....

Registration Clerk-Grundy

  • Grundy Center, IA
  • 12 days ago
  • Grundy Center, IA
  • 12 days ago

UPH Additional Information Why UnityPoint Health? Commitment to our Team Were proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our...

Patient Services Representative

  • Dubuque, IA
  • 15 days ago
  • Dubuque, IA
  • 15 days ago

AREA SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNCIL / ASAC Patient Services Representative in Dubuque , Iowa : Join ASAC as a Patient Services Representative and make a difference in the lives of our patients! Now...

Medical Secretary

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 15 days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 15 days ago

Medical Secretary $16/hour Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm Do you love helping people and providing superior customer service? This opportunity to work for a busy medical office in Sioux City, IA may...

Experienced Patient Access Representative III

  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 19 days ago
  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 19 days ago

Greeting customers following Conifer Standards of Care, provides world-class customer service, completes full patient registration at date of service adheres to financial & cash control policies & procedures...

Medical Records Clerk

  • Denison, IA
  • 20 days ago
  • Denison, IA
  • 20 days ago

Odle Management – A subsidiary of Eckerd Connects Want to make a difference in a young person's life? This is a position that is very rewarding in training and mentoring at risk youth. Our...

Patient Access Representative II - CHI Corning FT Days

  • Corning, IA
  • 25 days ago
  • Corning, IA
  • 25 days ago

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

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Salary for Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in Iowa

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Highest Education Level

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