Healthcare Specialist Jobs in West Palm Beach, FL

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

  • Tequesta, FL (18 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Tequesta, FL (18 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 16 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...

Practice Coordinator, Insurance Verifications

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago

The Medical Office Coordinator is responsible for greeting patients, answering phones and scheduling appointments. The collection of accurate patient demographics, insurance verification, referral...

Clinical Coordinator Spine Program Full Time Days

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary The Rehab Routine Care Service Line Clinical Nurse Coordinator is a Registered Nurse, using critical thinking skills, coordinates and ensures safe, quality care to patients in a...

Rehab Admissions Coordinator (RN/PT/OT/ST) Full Time Days

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago

POSITION SUMMARY The Coordinator of Rehab Therapy Referral evaluates patients referred to Physical Rehab for placement appropriateness. The Patient Referral Coordinator is responsible for...

Bilingual Spanish Practice Coordinator

  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 1 day ago

The Medical Office Coordinator is responsible for greeting patients, answering phones and scheduling appointments. The collection of accurate patient demographics, insurance verification, referral...

Healthcare Coordinator

  • Boynton Beach, FL (13 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boynton Beach, FL (13 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Now is the time to join Boynton Beach Modern Dentistry. 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...

Credentialing Specialist

  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 6 days ago

Overview MDVIP: Transforming Primary Care, One Patient at a Time MDVIP is a national leader in personalized healthcare, empowering over 400,000 members to achieve their health and wellness goals...

Practice Coordinator II - West Palm Beach

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 6 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 6 days ago

This will be a hybrid onsite position in West Palm Beach, FL.The Practice Coordinator II is responsible for various administrative and operational functions to support the Division to which the...

Patient Care Coordinator-MIORA Performance + Longevity

  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Boca Raton, FL (24 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Build your practice at MIORA. MIORA is a separate organization from Life Time whose medical professionals offer a leading edge, proactive approach that will change the way patients move through...

Patient Coordinator

  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (5 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (5 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 9 days ago

Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or certification in healthcare administration or related field is a plus....

Patient Service Specialist

  • Lake Clarke, FL (4 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Lake Clarke, FL (4 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 11 days ago

authorizations and verifications Qualifications Minimum: High School Diploma or GED Additional Data Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an...

Licensed Clinic Coordinator

  • Jupiter, FL (15 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Jupiter, FL (15 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 12 days ago

Description This position is incentive eligible. Introduction Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a License Clinic Coordinator? At MD Now, you come first. HCA Healthcare has...

Patient Service Specialist

  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 13 days ago
  • West Palm Beach, FL
  • 13 days ago

authorizations and verifications Qualifications Minimum: High School Diploma or GED Additional Data Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an...

Clinic Coordinator

  • Jupiter, FL (15 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Jupiter, FL (15 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 14 days ago

Clinic Coordinator MD Now Jupiter, FL, United States schedule Full-time Days (Rotating Weekends) Admitting Registration Clerical and Scheduling Job ID: 3310618 Description This position is...

RN Wound Care Coordinator Full Time Days

  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (5 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Palm Beach Gardens, FL (5 miles from West Palm Beach, FL)
  • 15 days ago

GENERAL SUMMARY Works collaboratively with the Charge Nurse and or nursing Director. The Inpatient Wound Care Coordinator Communicates and collaborates closely with physicians, and inpatient nurse...

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Salary for Healthcare Specialist Jobs in West Palm Beach, FL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Specialists in West Palm Beach, FL 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 West Palm Beach, FL
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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