Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in Edison, NJ

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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Medical Office Specialist-Heart Institute Midtown Cardiology - BI- Multiple Offices-Full Time- Days 9am-5pm- Few Saturdays Each Quarter

  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

Schedules appointments and completes pre-registration via telephone including insurance verification and full patient demographics collection over the telephone or in person using computerized system...

Patient Service Representative - Patient Access

  • Warren, NJ (9 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Warren, NJ (9 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

Scans the insurance card, processes insurance verifications utilizing the on-line system, and updates the patient account....

Patient Access Specialist, Patient Access Services

  • Elizabeth, NJ (15 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (15 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

Qualifications: Required: 2-3 years experience in a hospital patient registration setting 2-3 years experience in a doctor s office, handling patients scheduling, obtaining pre-certifications, authorizations...

Patient Service Representative - Podiatry

  • Livingston, NJ (18 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Livingston, NJ (18 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

Scans the insurance card, processes insurance verifications utilizing the on-line system, and updates the patient account....

Patient Service Representative

  • Cranford, NJ (10 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Cranford, NJ (10 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago

Responsibilities Artificial Intelligence; Advanced Technology; The very best in patient care. With decades of expertise, we are Leading Radiology Forward. With dynamic cross-training and...

Patient Access Representative I

  • Rahway, NJ (8 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rahway, NJ (8 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Knowledge of medical terminology, insurance verification, and billing processes Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays Proficiency in computer skills, including experience...

Patient Access Representative

  • Orange, NJ (19 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Orange, NJ (19 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Job Overview: The Patient Access Representative will accurately and promptly collect all pertinent information at the initial point of registration to ensure the proper billing process occurs, which...

Patient Service Representative - Urology

  • West Orange, NJ (20 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Orange, NJ (20 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Scans the insurance card, processes insurance verifications utilizing the on-line system, and updates the patient account....

Medical Secretary

  • New Brunswick, NJ (3 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (3 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Medical Secretary Department of Pediatrics The Medical Secretary will: Prepare correspondence and reports with high level of attention to established grammar, spelling accuracy and professional...

Patient Service Representative

  • Union, NJ (13 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Union, NJ (13 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Overview American Dental Center is looking for a Patient Service Representative in Union, New Jersey, to join our clinical team by providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction while...

Patient Service Representative - Pain Management

  • Florham Park, NJ (17 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Florham Park, NJ (17 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Scans the insurance card, processes insurance verifications utilizing the on-line system, and updates the patient account....

Patient Service Representative- Plastic Surgery

  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (10 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (10 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Scans the insurance card, processes insurance verifications utilizing the on-line system, and updates the patient account....

Medical Records Clerk

  • Newark, NJ (19 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (19 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Benefits Information Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including: Paid Time Off Paid Holidays 401(k) Matching Health Insurance...

FGP Medical Secretary Midwood

  • New York City, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York City, NY (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Shares ideas or any observed areas of opportunity, to improve patient experience and patient access, with appropriate leadership....

Patient Services Representative

  • Pennington, NJ (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Pennington, NJ (24 miles from Edison, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Notify appropriate parties of the appointment time, referral criteria, insurance verification, and prior authorization requirements....

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Salary for Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in Edison, NJ

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Highest Education Level

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