Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in New Jersey

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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Patient Service Representative - Patient Access

  • Warren, NJ
  • 5 hours ago
  • Warren, NJ
  • 5 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
  • 8 hours ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ
  • 8 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
  • 15 hours ago
  • Livingston, NJ
  • 15 hours ago

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

Patient Service Representative

  • Cranford, NJ
  • 18 hours ago
  • Cranford, NJ
  • 18 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
  • 1 day ago
  • Paramus, NJ
  • 1 day ago

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

Medical Secretary Per Diem

  • Camden, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Camden, NJ
  • 1 day ago

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's...

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....

Patient Access Representative I

  • Rahway, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Rahway, 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 ED

  • Englewood, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Englewood, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Performs computer data entry and other record keeping tasks related to the patients' registration within the registration areas....

Clerk, Medical Office

  • Somers Point, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Somers Point, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Essential Role: Provides critical support to staff in the medical office by supplying accurate and timely maintenance of patient medical records, keeping them current and the timely closing of...

Patient Access Representative (Relief, Evenings) - Cherry Hill ED

  • Voorhees, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Voorhees, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Thomas Jefferson University Patient Access Representative (Relief, Evenings) - Cherry Hill ED in Voorhees Township , New Jersey Job Details Provides a positive patient experience to patients and families...

Patient Access Representative

  • Orange, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Orange, 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
  • 1 day ago
  • West Orange, NJ
  • 1 day ago

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

Patient Services Representative - Centralized Scheduling

  • Somers Point, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Somers Point, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Independently works to resolve patient and provider questions related to patient care referrals, pre-authorizations/pre-certifications and insurance verifications....

Medical Secretary

  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • New Brunswick, 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...

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Salary for Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in New Jersey

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Highest Education Level

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