Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in Hackensack, 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 Secretary Weill Cornell Medicine

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago

Medical Secretary Title: Medical Secretary Location: Upper East Side Org Unit: Human Capital Administration Work Days: Monday-Friday Weekly Hours: 35.00 Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Salary Range:...

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

  • Brooklyn, NY (13 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (13 miles from Hackensack, 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...

Medical Secretary - Urology

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

Acquire insurance authorizations for procedures and tests ordered by attending physician....

Patient Service Representative - West 125th

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

This individual responds to patient questions and concerns with a sense of urgency and kindness, both on the telephone and in person and is responsible for all paperwork associated with patient registration...

Senior Patient Access Services Representative

  • Lake Success, NY (19 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Lake Success, NY (19 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

Job Description Performs a variety of registration, insurance verification, scheduling and billing duties in support of inpatient and outpatient access to medical services....

Patient Access Specialist, Patient Access Services

  • Elizabeth, NJ (16 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (16 miles from Hackensack, 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...

Medical Secretary

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

Title: Medical Secretary Location: Upper East Side Org Unit: Human Capital Administration Work Days: Monday-Friday Weekly Hours: 35.00 Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Salary Range: $23.98 - $26.35...

Patient Service Representative - Podiatry

  • Livingston, NJ (16 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Livingston, NJ (16 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

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

Patient Service Representative - Family Medicine

  • Bayside, NY (15 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Bayside, NY (15 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

About Our Company Were a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care...

Patient Service Representative - ENT

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

About Our Company Were a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care...

Patient Service Representative

  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • New York, NY (9 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago

This individual responds to patient questions and concerns with a sense of urgency and kindness, both on the telephone and in person and is responsible for all paperwork associated with patient registration...

Patient Service Representative

  • Cranford, NJ (20 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Cranford, NJ (20 miles from Hackensack, 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 Service Representative - Orthopedics

  • Paramus, NJ (4 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Paramus, NJ (4 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

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

PATIENT ACCESS REPRESENTATIVE - 20 HOURS PER WEEK EVERY SATURDAY/SUNDAY 7AM-5PM and EVERY HOLIDAY (21145)

  • Paramus, NJ (4 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Paramus, NJ (4 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, New Bridge Medical Center is looking for a Patient Access Representative....

Part-Time Patient Services Representative - West Nyack NY

  • West Nyack, NY (15 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Nyack, NY (15 miles from Hackensack, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Patient Representative, Patient Registration form, and Family Information form where applicable and obtains signatures as required Provides and explains the Authorization to Release Health Information...

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Salary for Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in Hackensack, NJ

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Highest Education Level

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