Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Media, PA

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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Patient Registration Rep, Outpatient- Full Time, Days- Saint Francis, DE

  • Elsmere, DE (14 miles from Media, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elsmere, DE (14 miles from Media, PA)
  • 1 day ago

The Patient Access Rep is the entry level position of the Patient Access career path....

RN Health Services Coordinator

  • Newtown Square, PA (4 miles from Media, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Newtown Square, PA (4 miles from Media, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Join Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health! Are you seeking an opportunity to provide quality healthcare to adults with IDD or special needs? Are you interested in joining one of the nations largest...

Clinical Coord Program-LPN-PRN

  • Camden, NJ (16 miles from Media, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Camden, NJ (16 miles from Media, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Facilitates patient identification, screening, and enrollment in RPM program 2. Collaborates with referring providers on patients enrollment workflow3....

Patient Services Coordinator

  • Cherry Hill, NJ (21 miles from Media, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ (21 miles from Media, PA)
  • 4 days ago

In addition to performing the duties of a Patient Services Associate (check in/out, patient registration, appointment scheduling, referrals/pre-authorizations), the PSC will be expected to oversee the...

New Patient Coordinator NEW

  • West Chester, PA (11 miles from Media, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • West Chester, PA (11 miles from Media, PA)
  • 4 days ago

New Patient Coordinator Job ID: 275715 Category: Clerical/Administrative Work Type: FT Location: West Chester, PA, United States Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of...

Care Coordinator, Penn Signature Services NEW

  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Media, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Media, PA)
  • 4 days ago

-Facilitate continuous improvement in patient satisfaction and patient ranking of quality of services....

Care Coordinator Medicare - JHP

  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Media, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Media, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Job Details Works with minimal supervision to ensure that comprehensive, quality, cost effective patient care is offered for members in need of care coordination. Review medication profiles,...

Clinical Coordinator, 24hrs (11p-7:30am) Jeanes Campus

  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Media, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Media, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Coordinates the delivery of nursing services to patients across the organization. Ensures adequate nursing staff through the management of nursing staff resources. Facilitates and coordinates bed...

Medical Front Office - Patient Service Specialist

  • Middle City East, PA (13 miles from Media, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Middle City East, PA (13 miles from Media, PA)
  • 6 days ago

authorizations and verifications Qualifications Minimum: High School Diploma or GED Preferred: 1 Year of OP experience 1 Year Front Desk experience Healthcare experience Additional Data Equal Opportunity...

Patient Services Rep

  • Sewell, NJ (19 miles from Media, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Sewell, NJ (19 miles from Media, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Proficiency in patient registration, scheduling, medical insurance pre-certifications, authorizations and referrals preferred. Epic experience preferred....

Medical Front Office - Patient Service Specialist

  • Rockledge, PA (20 miles from Media, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Rockledge, PA (20 miles from Media, PA)
  • 7 days ago

authorizations and verifications Qualifications Minimum: High School Diploma or GED 1 Year Front Desk experience Healthcare experience Preferred: 1 Year of Medical Office Experience Insurance Verification...

Patient Services Rep (PART-TIME)

  • Camden, NJ (16 miles from Media, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Camden, NJ (16 miles from Media, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Proficiency in patient registration, scheduling, medical insurance pre-certifications, authorizations and referrals preferred. Epic experience preferred....

Administrative Coordinator (PER-DIEM)

  • Camden, NJ (16 miles from Media, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Camden, NJ (16 miles from Media, PA)
  • 8 days ago

About Us At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical...

Health Unit Coordinator, HUC

  • Wayne, PA (9 miles from Media, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Wayne, PA (9 miles from Media, PA)
  • 8 days ago

Overview At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care...

Care Coordinator Social Worker (MSW)

  • Media, PA
  • 10 days ago
  • Media, PA
  • 10 days ago

Could you be our next Care Coordinator MSW at Riddle Hospital? Why work as a Care Coordinator MSW with Main Line Health? Make an Impact! Be the voice and guide to your patients! As the Care...

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Salary for Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Media, PA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Specialists in Media, PA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
37.5%
Master's Degree
23.7%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
High School or GED
10.7%
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 Media, PA
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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