Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in Coon Rapids, MN

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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Front Desk Staff/Patient Services Representative

  • Minneapolis, MN (12 miles from Coon Rapids, MN)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (12 miles from Coon Rapids, MN)
  • 6 hours ago

Strong skills and experience in Insurance verification; data collection and data capture in electronic medical record (EMR)....

Patient Service Representative - Spanish Speaking

  • Minneapolis, MN (12 miles from Coon Rapids, MN)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (12 miles from Coon Rapids, MN)
  • 6 hours ago

Strong skills and experience with insurance verification and collecting data for electronic medical record (EMR) systems....

Patient Service Representative a Spanish Speaking University of Minnesota Twin Cities

  • Minneapolis, MN (12 miles from Coon Rapids, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (12 miles from Coon Rapids, MN)
  • 1 day ago

Strong skills and experience with insurance verification and collecting data for electronic medical record (EMR) systems....

Patient Access Specialist

  • Minneapolis, MN (12 miles from Coon Rapids, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (12 miles from Coon Rapids, MN)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities include registration, preregistration, insurance verification and eligibility checks, identification of patient's financial obligation, collection of financial obligation, and referrals...

Front Desk Staff/Patient Services Representative University of Minnesota Twin Cities

  • Minneapolis, MN (12 miles from Coon Rapids, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (12 miles from Coon Rapids, MN)
  • 2 days ago

General Statement of Responsibilities: Teamwork is an essential skill to promote synergy within the organization. Must be able to share due credit with coworkers; display enthusiasm and promote a...

Patient Services Representative - Vascular & Interventional Experts

  • Woodbury, MN (24 miles from Coon Rapids, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Woodbury, MN (24 miles from Coon Rapids, MN)
  • 2 days ago

The Patient Services Representative will handle the initial greeting of all patients that make contact with the clinic in a professional and courteous manner. This is a full-time position working...

Patient Services Representative (MRI) - Twin Cities Orthopedics

  • Edina, MN (16 miles from Coon Rapids, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Edina, MN (16 miles from Coon Rapids, MN)
  • 4 days ago

The Patient Services Representative – MRI is responsible for patient registration and check in as well as clinical support duties....

Clinical Administrative Coordinator - National Remote

  • Minneapolis, MN (12 miles from Coon Rapids, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (12 miles from Coon Rapids, MN)
  • 6 days ago

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by...

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Patient Service Representative

  • Minneapolis, MN (12 miles from Coon Rapids, MN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN (12 miles from Coon Rapids, MN)
  • 8 days ago

satisfaction Thrives in a team environment but is also self sufficient Strong ability to multi-task and prioritize Demonstrated organizational skills Results orientated Receptiveness to feedback Consistent...

Patient Access Specialist II

  • Maplewood, MN (17 miles from Coon Rapids, MN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Maplewood, MN (17 miles from Coon Rapids, MN)
  • 8 days ago

Job Overview Fairview Health Services is hiring a Patient Access Specialist II to join our M Health Fairview St John's Hospital location in Maplewood, MN....

Administrative Assistant I Medical Clerk

  • North Saint Paul, MN (17 miles from Coon Rapids, MN)
  • 9 days ago
  • North Saint Paul, MN (17 miles from Coon Rapids, MN)
  • 9 days ago

Express Employment Professionals in Woodbury, MN is seeking Administrative Assistant I Medical Clerk. For the Maplewood location you must be willing to train in Maplewood & Woodbury. Both...

Patient Services Representative - Twin Cities Orthopedics

  • Coon Rapids, MN
  • 9 days ago
  • Coon Rapids, MN
  • 9 days ago

The Patient Services Representative is responsible for patient registration and check-in as well as clinical support duties....

Part Time Patient Access Representative Associate - Plymouth, MN

  • Plymouth, MN (11 miles from Coon Rapids, MN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Plymouth, MN (11 miles from Coon Rapids, MN)
  • 10 days ago

Plymouth, MN 55441 The Patient Access Representative Associate is responsible for greeting and welcoming patients in person....

Patient Services Representative - Colon & Rectal Surgery Associates

  • Coon Rapids, MN
  • 16 days ago
  • Coon Rapids, MN
  • 16 days ago

The Patient Services Representative will handle the initial greeting of all patients that make contact with the clinic in a professional and courteous manner. This is a full-time position working...

Patient Access Specialist

  • Saint Paul, MN (18 miles from Coon Rapids, MN)
  • 17 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN (18 miles from Coon Rapids, MN)
  • 17 days ago

Responsibilities include registration, preregistration, insurance verification and eligibility checks, identification of patient's financial obligation, collection of financial obligation, and referrals...

Demographic Data for Coon Rapids, MN

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Salary for Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in Coon Rapids, MN

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Administrative Assistants in Coon Rapids, MN offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
31.1%
High School or GED
18.4%
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 Coon Rapids, MN
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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