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Medical Administrative Assistant Training in Montana

Master the business side of healthcare with free, self-paced MAA training. Montana has 800+ job openings with $42K average salary—with affordable mountain living national average.

800+
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$42K
Avg Salary
9%
Job Growth
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What Medical Administrative Assistants Do

MAAs are the organizational backbone of healthcare facilities in Billings, Missoula, Great Falls, Bozeman, Butte, Helena, Kalispell and throughout Montana, managing the essential administrative functions that keep medical offices running smoothly.

Scheduling & Coordination

Manage patient appointments, coordinate with healthcare providers, and ensure efficient patient flow throughout Montana medical facilities.

Insurance & Billing

Verify insurance coverage, process claims, and handle billing inquiries for patients at healthcare facilities across Montana.

Medical Records

Maintain electronic health records (EHR), ensure HIPAA compliance, and manage confidential patient information securely.

Who This Training Is For

Our free MAA training program is designed for anyone ready to start a healthcare career in Montana—no prior experience required.

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Recent Graduates

Start your career in healthcare without additional student debt. Perfect entry point for high school and college graduates in Montana.

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Career Changers

Your customer service, administrative, or organizational skills transfer directly to healthcare. Many MAAs in Montana started in other fields.

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Parents Returning to Work

Flexible, self-paced training fits around family schedules. Many Montana healthcare facilities offer family-friendly hours and benefits.

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Veterans

Military administrative and medical experience provides a strong foundation. Many Montana healthcare employers actively recruit veterans.

Why Montana for MAA Careers

Montana has two major health systems—Billings Clinic - Logan Health and Intermountain Health Montana—that together employ over 14000+ people. serving Montana's frontier and rural communities

60+
Hospitals Statewide

Many MAAs in Montana's major cities started in other fields Montana

$42K
Average MAA Salary

Montana MAA salaries are 9% below national average. Billings and Missoula pay higher wages while smaller communities offer Montana's renowned outdoor lifestyle.

9%
Annual Job Growth

Montana is home to major healthcare systems and growing medical facilities, creating diverse career opportunities.

What You'll Learn

Our comprehensive curriculum prepares you for MAA positions at healthcare facilities throughout Montana, from Billings, Missoula, Great Falls, Bozeman, Butte, Helena, Kalispell.

Administrative Skills

  • Patient scheduling and appointment management
  • Insurance verification and prior authorization
  • Medical billing and coding fundamentals
  • Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems
  • Professional communication and patient relations

Technical & Compliance

  • Medical terminology and anatomy basics
  • HIPAA privacy and security regulations
  • Healthcare office software and technology
  • Montana-specific healthcare regulations
  • Quality assurance and documentation standards

AMCA Certification Aligned

This training program aligns with and prepares you for the AMCA Medical Administrative Assistant Certification (MAAC). The American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) is a nationally recognized certifying body for healthcare professionals. Upon completing this training, you'll be prepared to sit for the MAAC exam and earn your national certification.

Your Career Path in Montana

Montana's two major health systems offer exceptional advancement paths, with mobility across dozens of facilities. serving Montana's frontier and rural communities

ENTRY LEVEL

Medical Administrative Assistant

$42K
$42K - $58K
MID-LEVEL (2-4 YEARS)

Medical Office Manager

$60K
$52K - $72K
ADVANCED (5+ YEARS)

Healthcare Administrator

$85K
$70K - $105K

Where MAAs Work in Montana

Medical Administrative Assistants are employed across diverse healthcare settings throughout Billings, Missoula, Great Falls, Bozeman, Helena.

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Hospitals

Montana's 60+ hospitals hire continuously. Billings (11 hospitals) and Intermountain (5 hospitals) dominate hiring.

Billings Clinic, Providence St. Patrick, Bozeman Health

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Private Practices

Physician practices serving Billings and Montana's rural frontier communities.

Billings Medical Group, Intermountain Physician Network

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Clinics

Community health centers serving diverse populations across Montana's 56 counties.

Bighorn Valley Health Center, Community Health Partners

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Urgent Care

Urgent care centers across Montana metros serving densely populated communities.

Walk-In Care, MedNow Urgent Care, Billings Urgent Care

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Home Health

Home health agencies serving Montana's aging population across 56 counties.

Billings Home Health, Intermountain Home Care

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Insurance

Health insurers with Montana operations including major regional carriers.

Blue Cross MT, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare

Top Montana Healthcare Employers

These leading healthcare organizations in Montana regularly hire Medical Administrative Assistants.

Billings Clinic - Logan Health

Nonprofit Health System

Montana's largest Montana-based health system formed from 2024 merger. Operates 25 hospitals with 1,200 physicians serving Montana and Wyoming. Member of Mayo Clinic Care Network..

📍 2800 10th Ave N, Billings, MT 59101
👥 9,000+ employees

Intermountain Health Montana

Nonprofit Health System

Part of Intermountain Health (former SCL Health) operating St. Vincent Healthcare in Billings and other Montana facilities. Comprehensive heart and trauma services..

📍 1233 N 30th St, Billings, MT 59101
👥 4,000+ employees

Providence St. Patrick Hospital

Nonprofit Health System

Ranked #1 hospital in Montana by U.S. News. Magnet-designated facility serving western Montana with comprehensive specialty services..

📍 500 W Broadway, Missoula, MT 59802
👥 2,500+ employees

Bozeman Health

Nonprofit Health System

Serves the rapidly growing Gallatin Valley with comprehensive acute and outpatient services. Major employer in Montana's fastest-growing region..

📍 915 Highland Blvd, Bozeman, MT 59715
👥 2,800+ employees

Benefis Health System

Academic Health System

North-central Montana's largest healthcare provider serving a 19-county region. Level II Trauma Center with comprehensive specialty care..

📍 1101 26th St S, Great Falls, MT 59405
👥 9,000+ employees

Kalispell Regional Healthcare

Public Hospital

Helena's primary healthcare provider serving the state capital region with comprehensive medical services and specialty care..

📍 2475 Broadway, Helena, MT 59601
👥 5,000+ employees

Community Medical Center

Regional Health System

Missoula's community hospital offering comprehensive acute care, surgery, and specialty services to western Montana communities..

📍 2827 Fort Missoula Rd, Missoula, MT 59804
👥 6,000+ employees

Community Medical Center

Community Hospital

Western Montana's healthcare leader serving Missoula and surrounding mountain communities.

📍 310 Sunnyview Ln, Kalispell, MT 59901
👥 3,000+ employees

Success Stories from Montana

Real people who transformed their careers with EHired's free MAA training.

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Jennifer R.
Billings, MT
Previously: Retail Associate
Now: MAA at Billings

The Mayo Clinic Care Network connection means world-class resources right here in Montana. Amazing career without leaving Big Sky Country!

Retail to top MT health system
J
Jose L.
Missoula, MT
Previously: Warehouse Worker
Now: Patient Access Rep

Intermountain is a great place to work. The training prepared me perfectly!

Warehouse to major hospital
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Samantha K.
Bozeman, MT
Previously: Restaurant Server
Now: Medical Records Specialist

Montana has great healthcare employers. Career mobility across facilities is incredible!

Food service to healthcare career
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Tony M.
Great Falls, MT
Previously: Call Center Rep
Now: Health Unit Coordinator

Great career in Montana healthcare. Love the benefits and growth opportunities!

Call center to MT healthcare

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MAA training and careers in Montana.

Yes! Our MAA training program is completely free to enroll and participate. You only pay $850 if you choose to pursue optional certification after completing the training.

Medical Administrative Assistants in Montana earn an average of $42,000 per year—with affordable mountain living national average. Billings and Missoula pay highest.

Montana has two massive health systems (Billings and Intermountain) employing 14000+, major healthcare employersserving Montana's frontier and rural communities and strong salaries.

Yes! Many Montana healthcare employers offer remote positions for medical billing, insurance verification, and scheduling roles, especially at larger systems.

Northern MT has Intermountain and Providence. Central MT has Billings. Southern MT has Bozeman, Benefis, and Community. All regions have strong opportunities.

You'll learn medical terminology, EHR systems including Epic, appointment scheduling, insurance verification, medical billing basics, and HIPAA compliance.

Our self-paced program typically takes 8-12 weeks to complete. Montana's major health systems actively recruit certified administrative professionals.

Important: Salary and job data are estimates based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, MT Dept. of Labor. Actual compensation varies by employer, experience, and location within Montana. EHired provides training resources but does not guarantee employment outcomes.

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