Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in Perth Amboy, 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 (21 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • New York, NY (21 miles from Perth Amboy, 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 (19 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (19 miles from Perth Amboy, 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 (21 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • New York, NY (21 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

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

Patient Service Representative - West 125th

  • New York, NY (21 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • New York, NY (21 miles from Perth Amboy, 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...

Patient Service Representative - Patient Access

  • Warren, NJ (14 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Warren, NJ (14 miles from Perth Amboy, 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 (11 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (11 miles from Perth Amboy, 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 (23 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • New York, NY (23 miles from Perth Amboy, 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 (18 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Livingston, NJ (18 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

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

Patient Service Representative - ENT

  • New York, NY (21 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • New York, NY (21 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 19 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 (21 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago
  • New York, NY (21 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 22 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 (9 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Cranford, NJ (9 miles from Perth Amboy, 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 (6 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rahway, NJ (6 miles from Perth Amboy, 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...

Medical Secretary

  • New York, NY (21 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (21 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Seeking candidates with prior office-setting experience, medical experience is not required but would be beneficial to the role. FULL TIME ON-SITE, SENECA FALLS NY Schedule: Monday- 8:30a-5p...

Patient Access Representative

  • Orange, NJ (17 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Orange, NJ (17 miles from Perth Amboy, 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 (18 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Orange, NJ (18 miles from Perth Amboy, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

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

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Salary for Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in Perth Amboy, NJ

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Highest Education Level

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