Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in Tacoma, WA

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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Referral Management Clerk - Healthcare

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 2 days ago

Referral Management Clerk - Healthcare Federal Staffing Resources, LLC - Tacoma, WA Posted: 3/11/2025 - Expires: 4/10/2025 Job ID: 286418523 Apply Now I have already applied Save Job Print Email...

Patient Access Representative II - St. Joseph Nights

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 4 days ago

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

Patient Services Representative - Front Desk

  • Covington, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Covington, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 6 days ago

While experience in healthcare administration or medical reception is a plus, it's not required-we provide all the training you need!...

Patient Access Representative II - St. Anthony Evenings

  • Gig Harbor, WA (15 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Gig Harbor, WA (15 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 8 days ago

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

Patient Access Representative I - PRN

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 8 days ago

JOB SUMMARY Responsible for duties in support of departmental efficiencies which may include: greeting customers following Conifer standards of care, providing world-class customer service,...

patient registration, such as, verification of patient demographics and payor coverage Perform check-in, check-out, admit and discharge tasks Build and maintain appointing templates Perform online...

Patient Access Representative

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 12 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 12 days ago

The Patient Access Representative is responsible for providing general administrative support to the Patient Access Department and assisting PTHA patients in gaining access to health care services....

patient registration, such as, verification of patient demographics and payor coverage Perform check-in, check-out, admit and discharge tasks Build and maintain appointing templates Perform online...

Patient Access Specialist I

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 22 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 22 days ago

Work requires knowledge of patient registration and insurance verification processes privacy/confidentiality standards as well as knowledge of medical terminology and the ability to utilize all available...

Patient Access Specialist I

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 30+ days ago

Work requires knowledge of patient registration and insurance verification processes privacy/confidentiality standards as well as knowledge of medical terminology and the ability to utilize all available...

Patient Services Representative - Phlebotomist

  • Puyallup, WA (6 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Puyallup, WA (6 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

In this role, you will be responsible for patient registration and order entry, phlebotomy, and specimen processing....

Patient Access Representative, Temporary

  • Kent, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kent, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

patient registration, such as, verification of patient demographics and payor coverage Perform check-in, check-out, admit and discharge tasks Build and maintain appointing templates Perform online...

Patient Service Representative- Phlebotomist-Outpatient Float

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 30+ days ago

In this role, you will be responsible for patient registration and order entry, phlebotomy, and specimen processing....

Patient Services Representative (PSR), Phlebotomist - Float

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 30+ days ago

In this role, you will be responsible for patient registration and order entry, phlebotomy, and specimen processing....

Patient Services Representative - Saturdays required (34648)

  • Spanaway, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Spanaway, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 45+ days ago

Community Health Care is a leading non-profit organization that offers quality health care to underserved patients in Pierce County. We provide comprehensive family practice care, including...

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Salary for Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in Tacoma, WA

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Highest Education Level

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