Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Michigan

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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Eye Care Partners

Revenue Cycle Management Specialist

EyeCare Partners is the nations leading provider of clinically integrated eye care. Our national network of over 300 ophthalmologists and 700 optometrists provides a lifetime of care to our...

Medical Care Coordinator

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 16 hours ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 16 hours ago

A healthcare professional with a customer centric focus to coordinate, outreach to and respond to members regarding issues and questions related to medical conditions, benefits and coverage...

Patient Registration Rep - Emergency Department - Full-Time Afternoons

  • Detroit, MI
  • 16 hours ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 16 hours ago

Your responsibilities include new patient registration, updating records, and addressing inquiries with professionalism and compassion....

Patient Registration Representative- Brownstown Emergency-Part-Time

  • Brownstown, MI
  • 16 hours ago
  • Brownstown, MI
  • 16 hours ago

Performs new patient registration; updates registration and insurance information; responds to inquiries from all callers/customers....

Patient Registration Representative

  • Jackson, MI
  • 16 hours ago
  • Jackson, MI
  • 16 hours ago

Performs new patient registration; updates registration and insurance information; responds to inquiries from all callers/customers....

Patient Registration Rep - Emergency Department - Full-time - Days

  • Detroit, MI
  • 16 hours ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 16 hours ago

Your responsibilities include new patient registration, updating records, and addressing inquiries with professionalism and compassion....

Under minimal supervision, directs and coordinates the activities of all Patient Registration areas to provide prompt and accurate scheduling and registration of patients, insurance verification, billing...

Patient Registration Representative- Part Time- Afternoons

  • Clinton Township, MI
  • 16 hours ago
  • Clinton Township, MI
  • 16 hours ago

Performs new patient registration; updates registration and insurance information; responds to inquiries from all callers/customers....

Admissions Coordinator: FT Afternoons

  • Auburn Hills, MI
  • 18 hours ago
  • Auburn Hills, MI
  • 18 hours ago

Responsibilities ADMISSIONS COORDINATOR - FULL TIME AFTERNOONS 3:00PM-11:30PM HAVENWYCK HOSPITAL (a UHS facility) Havenwyck Hospital is a Joint Commission-accredited and licensed psychiatric...

RN- Coordinator-Transplant- 40 Hours- Full-time

  • Detroit, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 1 day ago

RN- Coordinator-Transplant- 40 Hours- Full-time Henry Ford Health - 3.8 Detroit, MI Job Details Full-time 23 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement...

Coord Patient Care Education and Experience EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Min/Preferred Education Level and/or Years of Experience Comments Required 4 Year / Bachelors Degree Actively pursuing a...

Health Unit Coordinator/CNA - Med Surge Department

  • Newberry, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Newberry, MI
  • 1 day ago

502 West Harrie Street, Newberry, MI, USA | Full Time Serving Luce County and the surrounding area since 1965, Helen Newberry Joy Hospital is DNV Accredited, Critical Access Hospital. As one of...

Patient Registration Rep Labor and Delivery - 36 Hour Day Shift

  • Clinton Township, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Clinton Township, MI
  • 1 day ago

Patient Registration Rep Labor and Delivery - 36 Hour Day Shift Clinton Township, Michigan NEW Business (Non-Clinical) Henry Ford Macomb Hospital 252536 Apply for Job Share this Job Sign Up for Job...

Health & Wellness Coordinator (RN or LPN)

  • Okemos, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Okemos, MI
  • 1 day ago

The HWC is a nurse leader who supports clinical operations alongside our Health & Wellness Director. This position offers a full suite of benefits options that vary based on employment status....

REMOTE - Credentialing Coordinator (Evergreen)

  • Livonia, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Livonia, MI
  • 1 day ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: POSITION PURPOSE Ensures the timely completion of an application for initial and/or re-credentialing by assisting the applicant in submitting all...

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Demographic Data for Michigan

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Salary for Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Michigan

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 Michigan offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
37.6%
Master's Degree
23.7%
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 Michigan
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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