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Medical Administrative Assistant Training in Rhode Island

Master the business side of healthcare with free, self-paced MAA training. Rhode Island has 1,000+ job openings with $47K average salary—4% above national average national average.

1,000+
Job Openings
$47K
Avg Salary
9%
Job Growth
$0
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What Medical Administrative Assistants Do

MAAs are the organizational backbone of healthcare facilities in Providence, Warwick, Cranston, Pawtucket, East Providence, Woonsocket, Newport and throughout Rhode Island, 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 Rhode Island medical facilities.

Insurance & Billing

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

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 Rhode Island—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 Rhode Island.

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Career Changers

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

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Parents Returning to Work

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

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Veterans

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

Why Rhode Island for MAA Careers

Rhode Island has two major health systems—Lifespan and Care New England—that together employ over 18000+ people. with proximity to Boston and Providence healthcare markets

11
Hospitals Statewide

Many MAAs in Rhode Island's major cities started in other fields Rhode Island

$47K
Average MAA Salary

Rhode Island MAA salaries are near national average. Providence metro pays competitive wages throughout this compact state.

9%
Annual Job Growth

Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island, from Providence, Warwick, Cranston, Pawtucket, East Providence, Woonsocket, Newport.

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
  • Rhode Island-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 Rhode Island

Rhode Island's two major health systems offer exceptional advancement paths, with mobility across dozens of facilities. with proximity to Boston and Providence healthcare markets

ENTRY LEVEL

Medical Administrative Assistant

$47K
$47K - $58K
MID-LEVEL (2-4 YEARS)

Medical Office Manager

$60K
$58K - $72K
ADVANCED (5+ YEARS)

Healthcare Administrator

$85K
$80K - $105K

Where MAAs Work in Rhode Island

Medical Administrative Assistants are employed across diverse healthcare settings throughout Providence metro (includes most of state).

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Hospitals

Rhode Island's 11 hospitals hire continuously. Lifespan (11 hospitals) and Care (5 hospitals) dominate hiring.

Rhode Island Hospital, Miriam Hospital, Kent Hospital

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Private Practices

Physician practices serving Providence metro and Rhode Island communities.

Lifespan Medical Group, Care Physician Network

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Clinics

Community health centers serving diverse populations across Rhode Island's 5 counties.

Providence Community Health Centers, Thundermist Health Center

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Urgent Care

Urgent care centers across Rhode Island metros serving densely populated communities.

AFC Urgent Care, CareWell Urgent Care, Lifespan Urgent Care

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Home Health

Home health agencies serving Rhode Island's aging population across 5 counties.

Lifespan Home Health, Care Home Care

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Insurance

Health insurers with Rhode Island operations including major regional carriers.

Blue Cross RI, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare

Top Rhode Island Healthcare Employers

These leading healthcare organizations in Rhode Island regularly hire Medical Administrative Assistants.

Lifespan

Nonprofit Health System

Rhode Island's largest health system. Operates Rhode Island Hospital (only Level I Trauma Center), Miriam Hospital, and Bradley Hospital. Brown University's teaching partner..

📍 167 Point St, Providence, RI 02903
👥 16,000+ employees

Care New England

Nonprofit Health System

Major Rhode Island health system operating Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, and Butler Hospital for behavioral health..

📍 45 Willard Ave, Providence, RI 02905
👥 7,500+ employees

CharterCARE Health Partners

Nonprofit Health System

Providence community health system operating Roger Williams Medical Center and Our Lady of Fatima Hospital..

📍 825 Chalkstone Ave, Providence, RI 02908
👥 3,000+ employees

South County Health

Nonprofit Health System

South County's community healthcare provider serving Rhode Island's southern tier near the beaches..

📍 100 Kenyon Ave, Wakefield, RI 02879
👥 1,200+ employees

Newport Hospital

Academic Health System

Part of Lifespan serving Newport County and Aquidneck Island with comprehensive community hospital services..

📍 11 Friendship St, Newport, RI 02840
👥 9,000+ employees

Kent Hospital

Public Hospital

Part of Yale New Haven Health serving southwestern Rhode Island near the Connecticut border..

📍 25 Wells St, Westerly, RI 02891
👥 5,000+ employees

Landmark Medical Center

Regional Health System

Northern Rhode Island's community hospital serving the Blackstone Valley region..

📍 115 Cass Ave, Woonsocket, RI 02895
👥 6,000+ employees

Newport Hospital

Community Hospital

Part of Lifespan serving Newport County and Aquidneck Island communities.

📍 1 CVS Dr, Woonsocket, RI 02895
👥 3,000+ employees

Success Stories from Rhode Island

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

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Karen P.
Providence, RI
Previously: Retail Associate
Now: MAA at Lifespan

Lifespan is Rhode Island's largest employer! Working at the state's only Level I Trauma Center is exciting.

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

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

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

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

Food service to healthcare career
T
Tony M.
Woonsocket, RI
Previously: Call Center Rep
Now: Health Unit Coordinator

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

Call center to RI healthcare

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MAA training and careers in Rhode Island.

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 Rhode Island earn an average of $47,000 per year—4% above national average national average. Providence metro pays highest.

Rhode Island has two massive health systems (Lifespan and Care) employing 18000+, major healthcare employerswith proximity to Boston and Providence healthcare markets and strong salaries.

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

Northern RI has Care and CharterCARE. Central RI has Lifespan. Southern RI has South, Newport, and Landmark. 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. Rhode Island's major health systems actively recruit certified administrative professionals.

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

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