Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Illinois

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

  • Trenton, IL
  • 29 days ago
  • Trenton, IL
  • 29 days 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...

Credentialing Specialist

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago

At CVS Health, were building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nations leading...

Credentialing Specialist, Delegated Credentialing

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago

At CVS Health, were building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nations leading...

Specialist,Clinical Informatics-Scribe,Telehealth

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago

At CVS Health, were building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nations leading...

Sr Specialist, Clinical Documentation

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago

At CVS Health, were building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nations leading...

Specialist, Clinical Informatics

  • Cicero, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Cicero, IL
  • 7 hours ago

Administration, Medical Coding, and other related fields....

Specialist, Clinical Informatics Bilingual Spanish

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago

Administration, Medical Coding, and other related fields....

Lead Specialist, Clinical Informatics

  • Oak Park, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Oak Park, IL
  • 7 hours ago

At CVS Health, were building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nations leading...

Imaging Service Operations Coordinator

  • Ohio, IL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Ohio, IL
  • 8 hours ago

Agiliti is a top manufacturer and service provider for medical and surgical equipment. We partner with clinicians to help them stay patient-ready. Our team provides a range of devices and support...

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Patient Services Rep infusion Scheduler Full-time Days, Bi-Lingual preferred

  • Warrenville, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Warrenville, IL
  • 1 day ago

Obtains required patient information and performs patient registration, including verifying insurance information and collecting co-pays and outstanding balances....

Collaborative Bridges Discharge Care Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Collaborative Bridges Discharge Care Coordinator Purpose: The purpose of this position is to coordinate discharges with community-based hospital transition team for patients...

Registered Nurse Clinical Coordinator - Interventi

  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • 2 days ago

operations within your designated unit....

At CVS Health, we're building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nation's leading...

Job Description Summary Provide leadership and oversight to business operations to assure adherence to all aspects of internal company and external regulatory compliance. Insures appropriate...

Clinic Referral Specialist - PHIL-MG Rad Resurrection RMIL

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

Overview Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,...

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Salary for Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Illinois

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 Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
37.5%
Master's Degree
23.6%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
High School or GED
10.9%
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 Illinois
1-2 years
57.3%
2-4 years
20.9%
Less than 1 year
19.2%
None
2.6%
10+ years
0.1%