Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

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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Public Health Officer

  • Saratoga, CA (14 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Saratoga, CA (14 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 17 hours ago

KEEPING OUR FORCES HEALTHY Caring for the health of our Airmen also means helping preclude illness before it can affect our community. Public Health Officers apply public health, preventive...

Patient Care Coordinator II - Multi Specialty

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

1.0 FTE Full time Day - 08 Hour R2547505 Onsite 107082003 Urology Surgery South Bay 2585 Allied Health SAN JOSE, 2585 Samaritan Dr, California If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and...

Kidney Care Coordinator, RN - Santa Clara

  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Provides care coordination, case management and/or clinical management for patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD), including end stage kidney disease (ESKD) and renal replacement therapy (RRT)...

Patient Intake Coordinator

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Overview: This position is responsible for patient satisfaction from greeting the patient as they enter our facilities for the first time, to the set up of appointments for patient care including all...

Patient Registration Rep

  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 4 days ago

Overview Dominican Oaks is a beautiful 206-apartment retirement community located in a quiet wooded setting behind Dominican Santa Cruz Hospital where we have served our community for over 25...

Healthcare Coordinator

  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (22 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Now is the time to join Dentists of Santa Clara. 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...

Surgery Scheduler

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Surgery Scheduler Good Samaritan Hospital San Jose, CA, United States schedule Full-time Days (No Weekends) Admitting Registration Clerical and Scheduling Job ID: 3312042 attach_money Hourly Wage...

Patient Care Coordinator II

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 14 days ago

If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered. Day - 08 Hour...

Patient Service Specialist

  • Cupertino, CA (15 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Cupertino, CA (15 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 19 days ago

At least 2 years of administrative healthcare experience is REQUIRED** + Welcome callers to ARC Fertility by listening to their needs, providing them with options, answering their questions, and...

Patient Care Coord II (Seiu)

  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

1.0 FTE Full time Day - 08 Hour R2547213 Onsite 107097001 Vaden Health Ctr Allied Health STANFORD, 866 Campus Dr, California If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we...

Clinical Coordinator - Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Job Type Full-time Description About HealthFlex : Looking to make a difference? Join a team founded by nurses, where empathy is our driving force. At our agency, we believe healing happens best in...

RN Clinical Coordinator Wound Care Per Diem

  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 60+ days ago

The RN shall support Dominican Hospital's strategic plan and the goals and direction of the quality improvement/process improvement activities and patient satisfaction....

RN Patient Care Coordinator

  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 60+ days ago

Overview About Us Dominican Hospital (a member of Dignity Health) is a 222-bed facility that offers a wide range of services to residents of Californias Central Coast. With 24/7 emergency care,...

Patient Coordinator (Mountain View Optometry)

  • Mountain View, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Mountain View, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

by welcoming and communicating with patients and creating an efficient patient flow and flawless patient transition throughout the eye care experience Essential Functions Prioritize a high level of patient...

SAL3 Operations Coordinator and Document Delivery Specialist

  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Stanford, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Job site is off campus in Livermore, California. Work schedule: Monday through Friday, 6am-3pm (with a 1-hour lunch) Fixed term position 6 months About Stanford Libraries: Stanford Libraries is a...

Demographic Data for Santa Cruz, CA

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Salary for Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Healthcare Specialist positions.



Highest Education Level

Healthcare Specialists in Santa Cruz, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
37.5%
Master's Degree
23.6%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
High School or GED
10.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.7%
Doctorate Degree
3.6%
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 Santa Cruz, CA
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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