Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in Woonsocket, 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 Secretary

  • Needham, MA (23 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Needham, MA (23 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 9 hours ago

This staff position works directly with our providers and provided administrative support for the practice's non-clinical operations....

Medical - Patient Service Representative - Woonsocket

  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 17 hours ago
  • Woonsocket, 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...

Patient Access Representative II - M-F Day Shift

  • Framingham, MA (22 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Framingham, MA (22 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 22 hours ago

Patient Access representatives also must employ proper, compliant patient liability collection techniques before, during & after date of service....

Patient Access Representative II - Nights

  • Framingham, MA (22 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Framingham, MA (22 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 22 hours ago

Patient Access representatives also must employ proper, compliant patient liability collection techniques before, during & after date of service....

Medical Records Clerk - CCMA

  • Providence, RI (12 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Providence, RI (12 miles from Woonsocket, 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,...

Entry-Level Patient Access Representative II

  • Framingham, MA (22 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (22 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Patient Access representatives also must employ proper, compliant patient liability collection techniques before, during & after date of service....

Patient Access Representative III

  • Worcester, MA (24 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (24 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Greeting customers following Conifer Standards of Care, provides world-class customer service, completes full patient registration at date of service adheres to financial & cash control policies & procedures...

Patient Service Representative

  • Norwood, MA (20 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Norwood, MA (20 miles from Woonsocket, 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 (9 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Central Falls, RI (9 miles from Woonsocket, 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 (20 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Putnam, CT (20 miles from Woonsocket, 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 Records Coordinator Part Time

  • Sutton, MA (16 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 6 days ago
  • Sutton, MA (16 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 6 days ago

Braxton Healthcare Center, a member of the CommuniCare Family of Companies, is currently recruiting a Medical Records Coordinator to join our team. Part Time Day Shift Position Available The...

Medical Secretary

  • East Greenwich, RI (24 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 8 days ago
  • East Greenwich, RI (24 miles from Woonsocket, 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 (14 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 8 days ago
  • East Providence, RI (14 miles from Woonsocket, 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

  • Worcester, MA (24 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Worcester, MA (24 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 10 days ago

$3000 Sign on bonus for new hires only Summary Medical office position responsible for front office processes in the physician practice ...Full Time

Patient Access Representative II - Metrowest PT Nights

  • Framingham, MA (22 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Framingham, MA (22 miles from Woonsocket, RI)
  • 10 days ago

Patient Access representatives also must employ proper, compliant patient liability collection techniques before, during & after date of service....

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Salary for Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in Woonsocket, RI

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Highest Education Level

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