Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in Central Falls, RI

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 - Patient Service Representative - Woonsocket

  • Woonsocket, RI (9 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Woonsocket, RI (9 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 17 hours ago

. * Responsible for complete and accurate data entry for all information which includes patient registration, encounter billing information, and changes in insurance information. * Responsible for assisting...

Medical Records Clerk - CCMA

  • Providence, RI (4 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Providence, RI (4 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 1 day ago

The Medical Records Clerk is a key member of the Physician Practice ensuring patient medical records are complete. Duties include creating new medical records, retrieving existing medical records,...

Patient Service Representative

  • Norwood, MA (22 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Norwood, MA (22 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 3 days 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

  • Central Falls, RI
  • 5 days ago
  • Central Falls, RI
  • 5 days ago

In doing so, the PSR proactively and appropriately addresses issues in advance or acts timely to thwart potential workflow, patient satisfaction or safety related issues....

Patient Service Representative Pediatrics Part Time

  • Putnam, CT (24 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Putnam, CT (24 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 6 days ago

Day Kimball Medical Group Patient Services Representative DKMG - Pediatrics 20 Hours 1st Shift Patient Service Representative Job Summary Under general supervision of the Practice...

Medical Secretary

  • East Greenwich, RI (17 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 8 days ago
  • East Greenwich, RI (17 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 8 days ago

SUMMARY: Under direction of office supervisor and physicians receives patients into site. Ensures record is complete and available prior to patient arrival. Updates patient information including...

Medical Records Clerk

  • East Providence, RI (5 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 8 days ago
  • East Providence, RI (5 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 8 days ago

We are hiring a Medical Records Clerk to join our dynamic care team at Waterview Villa Rehab in East Providence! Shift is Monday-Friday 8:30a-4:30p. Weekly pay. Working with our team and residents...

Patient Service Representative Dermatology

  • Danielson, CT (24 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Danielson, CT (24 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 12 days ago

Appropriately responds to patient inquiries via telephone following established protocols Follows procedures for verification of patient demographics information including insurance verification prior...

Patient Service Representative Maternal Fetal Medicine

  • Putnam, CT (24 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Putnam, CT (24 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 12 days ago

Appropriately responds to patient inquiries via telephone following established protocols Follows procedures for verification of patient demographics information including insurance verification prior...

Dental - WW - Patient Service Representative I Dental

  • West Warwick, RI (14 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 12 days ago
  • West Warwick, RI (14 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 12 days ago

Thundermist's Mission - To improve the health of our patients and communities by delivering exceptional health care, removing barriers to that care, and advancing healthy lifestyles. Please note,...

Medical Secretary, Physician Practice

  • Providence, RI (4 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 12 days ago
  • Providence, RI (4 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 12 days ago

Conducts patient registration and patient billing in applicable systems. Performs all other related duties as assigned. Requirements: Vocational/technical training. Medical terminology required....

Patient Access Representative

  • Attleboro, MA (6 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Attleboro, MA (6 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 14 days ago

Monitor insurance authorizations and claim rejections....

Patient Service Representative - Dental - Woonsocket

  • Woonsocket, RI (9 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Woonsocket, RI (9 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 14 days ago

Thundermist's Mission - To improve the health of our patients and communities by delivering exceptional health care, removing barriers to that care, and advancing healthy lifestyles. Please note,...

Medical Secretary (Float)

  • East Providence, RI (5 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 18 days ago
  • East Providence, RI (5 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 18 days ago

SUMMARY: Under direction of office supervisor and physicians receives patients into site. Ensures record is complete and available prior to patient arrival. Updates patient information including...

Patient Service Representative/Diagnostic Img 8D

  • Providence, RI (4 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 20 days ago
  • Providence, RI (4 miles from Central Falls, RI)
  • 20 days ago

Job Summary: The Patient Service Representative provides support in the patient services functions of the Diagnostic Imaging department. The incumbent coordinates the care of patients by gathering...

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Salary for Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in Central Falls, RI

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Highest Education Level

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