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Medical Administrative Assistant Training in Nebraska

Master the business side of healthcare with free, self-paced MAA training. Nebraska has 1,500+ job openings with $42K average salary—with low cost of living national average.

1,500+
Job Openings
$42K
Avg Salary
9%
Job Growth
$0
Training Cost
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What Medical Administrative Assistants Do

MAAs are the organizational backbone of healthcare facilities in Omaha, Lincoln, Bellevue, Grand Island, Kearney, Fremont, Hastings and throughout Nebraska, 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 Nebraska medical facilities.

Insurance & Billing

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

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 Nebraska—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 Nebraska.

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Career Changers

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

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Parents Returning to Work

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

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Veterans

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

Why Nebraska for MAA Careers

Nebraska has two major health systems—Nebraska Medicine and Nebraska Methodist Health System—that together employ over 28000+ people. with access to Omaha metro healthcare market

90+
Hospitals Statewide

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

$42K
Average MAA Salary

Nebraska MAA salaries are 9% below national average. Omaha metro pays higher wages while Lincoln and smaller cities offer excellent quality of life and low cost of living.

9%
Annual Job Growth

Nebraska 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 Nebraska, from Omaha, Lincoln, Bellevue, Grand Island, Kearney, Fremont, Hastings.

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
  • Nebraska-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 Nebraska

Nebraska's two major health systems offer exceptional advancement paths, with mobility across dozens of facilities. with access to Omaha metro healthcare market

ENTRY LEVEL

Medical Administrative Assistant

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

Medical Office Manager

$60K
$53K - $72K
ADVANCED (5+ YEARS)

Healthcare Administrator

$85K
$72K - $105K

Where MAAs Work in Nebraska

Medical Administrative Assistants are employed across diverse healthcare settings throughout Omaha metro, Lincoln, Grand Island, Kearney.

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Hospitals

Nebraska's 90+ hospitals hire continuously. Nebraska (11 hospitals) and Nebraska (5 hospitals) dominate hiring.

Nebraska Medicine, CHI Health, Methodist Health System

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Private Practices

Physician groups serving Omaha-Lincoln metro and rural Nebraska communities.

Nebraska Medical Group, Nebraska Physician Network

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Clinics

Community health centers serving diverse populations across Nebraska's 93 counties.

OneWorld Community Health Centers, Charles Drew Health Center

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Urgent Care

Urgent care centers across Nebraska metros serving densely populated communities.

Urgent Care Omaha, CHI Health Clinic, Nebraska Urgent Care

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Home Health

Home health agencies serving Nebraska's aging population across 93 counties.

Nebraska Home Health, Nebraska Home Care

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Insurance

Health insurers with Nebraska operations including major regional carriers.

Blue Cross NE, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare

Top Nebraska Healthcare Employers

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

Nebraska Medicine

Nonprofit Health System

University of Nebraska Medical Center's clinical partner. World leader in infectious disease, biocontainment, and transplant. Nebraska's only comprehensive academic medical center..

📍 987400 Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE 68198
👥 9,000+ employees

Nebraska Methodist Health System

Nonprofit Health System

Forbes #1 employer in Nebraska. First Magnet-designated hospital in the state. Four hospitals serving eastern Nebraska and western Iowa..

📍 825 S 169th St, Omaha, NE 68118
👥 8,000+ employees

CHI Health

Nonprofit Health System

Part of CommonSpirit Health operating 14 hospitals across Nebraska, southwest Iowa, and northern Kansas. Comprehensive acute and specialty services..

📍 12809 W Dodge Rd, Omaha, NE 68154
👥 12,000+ employees

Bryan Health

Nonprofit Health System

Lincoln's largest healthcare employer serving southeast Nebraska. Two-campus hospital with comprehensive specialty services and regional referral center..

📍 1600 S 48th St, Lincoln, NE 68506
👥 5,500+ employees

Children's Hospital & Medical Center

Academic Health System

Nebraska's only full-service pediatric healthcare center. Regional referral hospital serving children throughout the Midwest region..

📍 8200 Dodge St, Omaha, NE 68114
👥 9,000+ employees

Bryan Health

Public Hospital

Western Nebraska's largest healthcare provider serving a 21-county region. Regional referral center with trauma services..

📍 601 W Leota St, North Platte, NE 69101
👥 5,000+ employees

CHI Health St. Elizabeth

Regional Health System

Part of CHI Health serving Lincoln with comprehensive acute care, heart and vascular services, and cancer care..

📍 555 S 70th St, Lincoln, NE 68510
👥 6,000+ employees

Regional West Medical Center

Regional Hospital

Western Nebraska's healthcare leader serving Scottsbluff and the Panhandle region.

📍 10 E 31st St, Kearney, NE 68847
👥 3,000+ employees

Success Stories from Nebraska

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

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Linda M.
Omaha, NE
Previously: Retail Associate
Now: MAA at Nebraska

UNMC is world-renowned for infectious disease research. My insurance background transferred perfectly to healthcare!

Retail to top NE health system
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Jose L.
Omaha, NE
Previously: Warehouse Worker
Now: Patient Access Rep

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

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

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

Food service to healthcare career
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Tony M.
Kearney, NE
Previously: Call Center Rep
Now: Health Unit Coordinator

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

Call center to NE healthcare

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MAA training and careers in Nebraska.

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 Nebraska earn an average of $42,000 per year—with low cost of living national average. Omaha metro pays highest.

Nebraska has two massive health systems (Nebraska and Nebraska) employing 28000+, major healthcare employerswith access to Omaha metro healthcare market and strong salaries.

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

Northern NE has Nebraska and CHI. Central NE has Nebraska. Southern NE has Bryan, Children's, and CHI. 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. Nebraska's major health systems actively recruit certified administrative professionals.

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

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