Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Highlands Ranch, CO

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.

1-15 of 27 Jobs

Surgery Scheduler

  • HCA HealthONE Swedish
  • Englewood, CO (8 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Englewood, CO (8 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 14 hours ago

Hourly Wage Estimate: $20.05 - $29.09 / hour Learn more about the benefits offered for this job. The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be...

In Person

Central Intake Coordinator- At Home Healthcare

  • United Health Group
  • Denver, CO (13 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO (13 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Explore opportunities with At Home Healthcare, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of...

In Person

Credentialing Coordinator

  • WellPower
  • Denver, CO (13 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO (13 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 1 day ago

Other duties as assigned Requirements & Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED. 2+ years of medical credentialing and /or provider enrollment experience Associate's degree in healthcare administration...

Hybrid

Intake Coordinator- Infusion Pharmacy

  • Res-Care, Inc.
  • Englewood, CO (8 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Englewood, CO (8 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 2 days ago

Our Company Amerita Overview Amerita, Inc. is a leading provider in home Infusion therapy. We are looking for an Intake Coordinator to join our Intake team as we grow to be one of the top home...

In Person

Patient Access Clinic Specialist - Eastside

  • Denver Health
  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Denver, CO (15 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 2 days ago

lines to support efficient clinic operations and timely patient access....

In Person

CNA Scheduling Coordinator

  • (Brookshire Post Acute) Brookshire Healthcare, LLC.
  • Denver, CO (13 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Denver, CO (13 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 3 days ago

Brookshire Post Acute is Hiring a CNA Scheduling Coordinator/Transportation Coordinator! Shift: full-time If you want to be part of an amazing culture while making a genuine difference, then look...

In Person

Practice Coordinator

  • Bloom Healthcare
  • Lakewood, CO (8 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lakewood, CO (8 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 5 days ago

management Task prioritization Fax machines Clinical information systems Medical record retrieval Patient care leadership Computer skills Community relationship building Faxing Managing patient records Care...

In Person

Specialty Admissions Coordinator / Remote

  • Res-Care, Inc.
  • Englewood, CO (8 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 7 days ago
  • Englewood, CO (8 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 7 days ago

access to therapy....

Remote

Patient Access Registration Specialist

  • UCHealth
  • Arvada, CO (19 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 7 days ago
  • Arvada, CO (19 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 7 days ago

Location: UCHealth UCHlth Emergency Arvada, US:CO:Arvada Department: UCHA FRED Registration Work Schedule: PRN, 0.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Flex Pay: $19.67 - $25.57 / hour. Pay is...

In Person

Registered Nurse (Womens' Health Care Coordinator)

  • Veterans Health Administration
  • Aurora, CO (14 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 8 days ago
  • Aurora, CO (14 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 8 days ago

National certification in Women's Health Nursing or Care Coordination. Recent experience working with Veteran populations....

In Person

Patient Care Coordinator

  • United Health Group
  • Lone Tree, CO (1 mile from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 20 days ago
  • Lone Tree, CO (1 mile from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 20 days ago

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by...

In Person

Scheduling Coordinator

  • Aurora Pediatric Associates
  • Aurora, CO (14 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 21 days ago
  • Aurora, CO (14 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 21 days ago

This role is ideal for candidates with experience in medical scheduling, medical records, patient coordination, healthcare administration, or customer service in a medical office setting....

In Person

Admissions Coordinator

  • Res-Care, Inc.
  • Denver, CO (13 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 23 days ago
  • Denver, CO (13 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 23 days ago

Our Company Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation Overview Join Our Team as an Admissions Coordinator at Rehab Without Walls! We are seeking an experienced Admissions Coordinator to be the...

In Person

Assisted Living Coordinator Parker

  • MorningStar Senior Management LLC
  • Parker, CO (10 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 23 days ago
  • Parker, CO (10 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 23 days ago

Assisted Living Coordinator - Parker Full-time - Salary Pay Range: $70,000.00 - $76,000.00 Exempt Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday Make a difference by providing great care and love for our treasured...

In Person

Admissions Coordinator Full Time

  • Vibra Healthcare
  • Denver, CO (13 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 24 days ago
  • Denver, CO (13 miles from Highlands Ranch, CO)
  • 24 days ago

Overview COME BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH VIBRA HEALTHCARE! We are seeking an Admissions Coordinator to join our team! Hospital Details Vibra Hospital of Denver, located in Thornton, CO, is a 54 bed...

In Person Full Time

Demographic Data for Highlands Ranch, CO

Moving to Highlands Ranch, CO? Find some basic demographic data about Highlands Ranch, CO below.


Local
National
5,773,997
178,799

Healthcare Specialist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireHealthcareAdministration curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Paediatric Dentistry for Non-Specialists
This course aims to provide you with the practical advice and guidance you need to treat childrens dental issues and emergencies, achieving excellent results. Apart from various treatment options,...
English for Healthcare
The language of healthcare can be complex. On this course, you will develop your English language skills and learn vocabulary for a career and study in healthcare. You will learn healthcare...
Healthcare Management and Strategy
On this six-week course from Taipei Medical University, gain a comprehensive overview of healthcare management. Dive into strategic planning, organisational behaviour, and financial management...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Highlands Ranch, CO

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 Highlands Ranch, CO 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 Highlands Ranch, CO
1-2 years
57.3%
2-4 years
20.9%
Less than 1 year
19.2%
None
2.6%
10+ years
0.1%


Healthcare Specialist Related Career Advice Articles

healthcare administrator giving a presentation to a team of doctors
Quick Guide to Healthcare Management Careers

What is it like to be a healthcare administrator? What are the pros and cons of healthcare management careers? Learn more about this dynamic field.

Read article »
Find out why you should become a healthcare administrator
5 Trends in Healthcare Management: Why 2018 is the Year to Become a Healthcare Administrator

Find out why you should become a healthcare administrator and learn about 5 trends in healthcare management driving the future of healthcare administration.

Read article »
healthcare administrator meeting with doctor
5 Career Options for Healthcare Administrators

When it comes to work environments and career paths, healthcare administration professionals have a lot of options. As the healthcare industry continues to expand and evolve, the need increases for operational managers to keep things running smoothly.

Read article »