Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in Madison, WI

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.

1-9 of 9 Jobs

Patient Access Representative - Full and Part time

  • Madison, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 1 day ago

Performs clerical and reception duties associated with patient registration. Performs other duties as assigned....

Patient Access Representative, Ambulator

  • Madison, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 1 day ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Patient Access Representative, Ambulatory - 38149 WorkSchedule : This is a full time, 1.0 FTE position. Shifts will bescheduled Monday-Friday 11:45 AM - 8:15 PM....

Patient Access Representative I

  • Madison, WI
  • 12 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 12 days ago

Performs clerical and reception duties associated with patient registration. Performs other duties as assigned....

Patient Service Representative - Perinatal Clinic; 0.7FTE; Day Shift

  • Madison, WI
  • 21 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 21 days ago

The Patient Service Representative (PSR) is responsible for accurately capturing and maintaining patient registration data for patients admitted for outpatient services at UnityPoint Health - Meriter...

Patient Service Representative - Perinatal Clinic; 0.8FTE; Day Shift

  • Madison, WI
  • 25 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 25 days ago

The Patient Service Representative (PSR) is responsible for accurately capturing and maintaining patient registration data for patients admitted for outpatient services at UnityPoint Health - Meriter...

Patient Access Representative Hospital

  • Madison, WI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 30+ days ago

We are seeking a Patient Access Representative - Hospital to: Enter and verify demographic and insurance information, identify and collect patient financial obligations, and registers or admits the...

Patient Access Representative, Ambulatory

  • Madison, WI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 45+ days ago

We are seeking a Patient Access Representative - Ambulatory to: Enter and verify demographic and insurance information, identify and collect patient financial obligations, and register or admit patients...

Current Madison College employees must apply to the internal career site by logging into Workday Job Posting Date: February 6, 2024 Application Deadline: Salary Information: Salary depends upon...

PT Instructor Pool - Business Technology - Healthcare Receptionist

  • Madison, WI
  • 60+ days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 60+ days ago

Current Madison College employees must apply to the internal career site by logging into Workday Job Posting Date: February 6, 2024 Application Deadline: Salary Information: Salary depends upon...

Demographic Data for Madison, WI

Moving to Madison, WI? Find some basic demographic data about Madison, WI below.


Local
National
308,529
8,483
Large

Healthcare Administrative Assistant Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireHealthcareAdministration curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Leadership and Administrative Policy
Understand and develop your own leadership style, while also coaching teams to promote individual growth and improve organizational outcomes. Also, explore important issues in health law for...
Becoming an Administrative Assistant
Administrative assistants are essential parts of day-to-day operations in many companies. They organize files, prepare documents, schedule appointments, and support other staff.Often an...
Administrative Assistant Training
How well you manage clients and other day-to-day workplace activities can significantly impact your company's overall performance. As an administrative assistant, you must adapt quickly and...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for Healthcare Administrative Assistant Jobs in Madison, WI

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHealthcareAdministration research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Healthcare Administrative Assistant positions.



Highest Education Level

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