Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Arizona

A Healthcare Specialist in health care administration is responsible for managing healthcare services and ensuring they meet the required standards. Their duties often involve coordinating with medical staff, managing budgets, and developing and implementing health policies and regulations. They play a crucial role in improving the efficiency and effectiveness of health services by utilizing a deep understanding of healthcare laws, regulations, and technology. This specialist may also address questions and concerns from patients, ensure compliance with healthcare laws and regulations, and plan and supervise health services delivery.

Important skills for a Healthcare Specialist include strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills. They also need to have good leadership and decision-making abilities. Many employers require a bachelor's degree in healthcare administration or a related field, but a master's degree may be preferred. They should also possess relevant certifications such as the Certified Healthcare Administrative Professional (cHAP) or the Certified Medical Manager (CMM). A healthcare specialist usually has a background in roles such as a Health Services Manager, Medical and Health Services Manager, or a Clinical Manager before stepping into this role.

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Intake Coordinator - PRN/Per Diem

  • Universal Health Services
  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 7 hours ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 7 hours ago

Additional responsibilities include insurance verification/precertification, patient registration process, patient observations, scheduling of evaluations, admissions processing, bed board monitoring...

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Admissions Coordinator FT Weekends Surprise Rehab

  • Pam Health
  • Surprise, AZ
  • 16 hours ago
  • Surprise, AZ
  • 16 hours ago

Overview At PAM Health, we care for chronically and critically ill patients who require extended hospital care. PAM Health has over 80 hospital locations and employs over 11,000 people across the...

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PRN Practice Coordinator

  • Tenet Health
  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 16 hours ago
  • Scottsdale, AZ
  • 16 hours ago

Overview Embark on a rewarding career with Tenet Physician Resources. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your...

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Credentialing Specialist I - Medical Staff

  • Tucson Medical Center
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Credentialing Specialist I - Medical Staff Job Category Allied Health Schedule Full time Shift 1 - Day Shift SUMMARY : Verifies medical training, experience and other attributes required of...

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Patient Referral Specialist

  • OrthoArizona
  • Peoria, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Peoria, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Knowledge of insurance authorization processes and referral requirements. Proficiency with EMR systems and Microsoft Office Suite. Strong communication, organization, and customer service skills....

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Specialty Healthcare Coordinator

  • PDS Health
  • Tolleson, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Tolleson, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Now is the time to join Promenade Dental Group. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level...

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Credentialing Specialist

  • Banner Health
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Department Name: Credentialing Work Shift: Day Job Category: Clinical Support Great careers are built at Banner Health. There's more to health care than doctors and nurses. We support all staff...

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Health System Specialist (Strategic Planner) - Temporary Promotion (Not to Exceed 120 days)

  • Veterans Health Administration
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Temporary Promotion NTE 120 days open to current, permanent VA employees. The incumbent reports directly to an Executive Leadership Team (ELT) Member, and is a member of the management team,...

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Patient Services Coordinator, Home Health

  • CenterWell Home Health
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 2 days ago

coordination and continuity of care....

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Surgery Scheduler Interventional Surgical Endoscopy Gastroenterology

  • Banner Health
  • Chandler, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Chandler, AZ
  • 2 days ago

Enters results of diagnostic tests, patient registration information and patient charges. Compiles data and prepares statistical reports for management. 5....

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Patient Service Specialist

  • Select Medical Corporation
  • Mesa, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Mesa, AZ
  • 2 days ago

authorizations and verifications Qualifications Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED required 1 Year of Medical Office Experience Preferred Qualifications: 1 Year of Front...

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Surgery Scheduler Gastroenterology

  • Banner Health
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 3 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 3 days ago

Enters results of diagnostic tests, patient registration information and patient charges. Compiles data and prepares statistical reports for management....

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Contracts and Credentialing Specialist

  • Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 5 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 5 days ago

Devereux is one of the nations largest nonprofit organizations providing services, insight, and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Devereux-Arizona serves more than 4,000...

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Public Health Program Coordinator - Heat Response and Relief

  • Pima County
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 5 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 5 days ago

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with a major in business administration, public administration, public health, healthcare administration or a related...

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Patient Service Specialist - Float

  • Select Medical Corporation
  • Flagstaff, AZ
  • 5 days ago
  • Flagstaff, AZ
  • 5 days ago

authorizations and verifications Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED required 1 Year of Medical Office Experience Preferred Qualifications: 1 Year of Front Desk Experience...

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Demographic Data for Arizona

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Salary for Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Arizona

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 Specialist positions.



Highest Education Level

Healthcare Specialists in Arizona offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
37.8%
Master's Degree
23.4%
Associate's Degree
13.6%
High School or GED
10.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.8%
Doctorate Degree
3.5%
Some College
1.3%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Healthcare Specialists in Arizona
1-2 years
57.3%
2-4 years
20.9%
Less than 1 year
19.2%
None
2.6%
10+ years
0.1%


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