Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Registered Nurse (RN)- Behavioral Medicine Clinical Coordinator

  • Strongstown, PA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Strongstown, PA
  • 22 hours ago

Description: Registered Nurse (RN), Behavioral Medicine Clinical Coordinator Job Type: Full-time |3p-11:30p with EOW and Holidays Department/Unit Summary The Adult Psychiatric Unit is a 29-bed...

Practice Coordinator

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 hour ago

The Practice Management department supports behavioral health ambulatory areas with all facets of patient access, registration, and clinical support....

Patient Services Rep II

  • Radnor, PA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Radnor, PA
  • 7 hours ago

Nemours is seeking a PSR to join our team. Responsible for organizing and operating the office systems related to appointment scheduling, patient intake including data verification, charge entry...

Pediatric Pulmonology Practice Operations Coordinator

  • Center Valley, PA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Center Valley, PA
  • 7 hours ago

Identifies opportunities for improvement and actively supports continuous improvement activities spanning quality, patient satisfaction, patient access, etc....

Associate Patient Care Coordinator - Hybrid in Springfield, PA

  • Springfield, PA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Springfield, PA
  • 12 hours ago

Our holistic approach addresses the physical, mental and social needs of our patients wherever they may be - helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere....

Patient Service Specialist- Dermatology-Full Time

  • United, PA
  • 17 hours ago
  • United, PA
  • 17 hours ago

Position Summary: The Patient Service Specialist provides direct, daily operational front office support in a manner consistent with Guthrie Medical Groups Service Excellence Standards. The...

Patient Services Rep I

  • Yardley, PA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Yardley, PA
  • 20 hours ago

Works to enhance patient satisfaction Assist patients and families Analyzes problems from the customers' point of view. Honors patient/customer/employee confidentiality....

Patient Care Coordinator

  • Altoona, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Altoona, PA
  • 1 day ago

UPMC Family Hospice and Palliative Care is hiring a PCC for Blair and the surrounding area. If you are looking for a rewarding health care career where you provide Life Changing Medicine in a...

Care Coordinator

  • Shamokin Dam, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Shamokin Dam, PA
  • 1 day ago

Traditional Home Care has an immediate opening for: Job Title: Care Coordinator Job Location: Shamokin Dam, PA Due to expansion and significant growth, our Non-Medical Division is seeking an...

New Patient Coordinator NEW

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago

New Patient Coordinator Job ID: 271969 Category: Clerical/Administrative Work Type: FT Location: Philadelphia, PA, United States Description Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of...

Provider Enrollment Specialist

  • PA
  • 1 day ago
  • PA
  • 1 day ago

Company : Allegheny Health Network Job Description : GENERAL OVERVIEW: Coordinates and facilitates the enrollment of Allegheny Clinic professional providers with various payers for professional...

Surgery Scheduler - UPMC Urology

  • PA
  • 2 days ago
  • PA
  • 2 days ago

Purpose of the Surgery Scheduler: Coordinate and schedule patients for in-patient and outpatient surgical procedures. Assist the surgeon and the administrator in promoting, developing and...

Surgery Scheduler- Gastroenterology Associates- UPMC

  • Penn Hills, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Penn Hills, PA
  • 2 days ago

Gastroenterology Associates- UPMC is hiring a full-time Surgery Scheduler to support their team located at 1000 Integrity Dr # 110, Pittsburgh, PA 15235 (Opportunity to transition to hybrid work...

Surgery Scheduler- Gastroenterology Associates- UPMC

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 3 days ago

Gastroenterology Associates- UPMC is hiring a full-time Surgery Scheduler to support their team located at 1000 Integrity Dr # 110, Pittsburgh, PA 15235 (Opportunity to transition to hybrid work...

Surgery Scheduler - UPMC Urology

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 3 days ago

Purpose of the Surgery Scheduler: Coordinate and schedule patients for in-patient and outpatient surgical procedures. Assist the surgeon and the administrator in promoting, developing and...

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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Salary for Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Pennsylvania

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Healthcare Specialist positions.



Highest Education Level

Healthcare Specialists in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
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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