Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Rhode Island

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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MG Patient Service Specialist

  • Lifespan
  • Providence, RI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 7 hours ago

SUMMARY: This position is to function as a member of the administration team and complete assigned daily front end tasks to ensure smooth day to day operations in the BHMG physician practice. The...

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Patient Coordinator

  • Ivy Rehab Network, Inc.
  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 1 day ago
  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 1 day ago

State of Location: Rhode Island Position Summary: Our Patient Coordinators are the backbone of our clinics and have a direct impact on patient experience. They work collaboratively with clinicians...

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Patient Coordinator

  • Alliance HealthCare Services
  • Warwick, RI
  • 2 days ago
  • Warwick, RI
  • 2 days ago

Will perform patient registration in various systems. Answers all phone calls in a professional and courteous manner. May collect monies for time-of-service patient responsibility....

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Pre- Registration Specialist-4

  • Lifespan
  • Providence, RI
  • 7 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 7 days ago

of experience in patient access, pre-registration, or revenue cycle operations, preferably in a healthcare setting....

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Patient Services Coordinator Home Health - Full-time

  • Enhabit Home Health & Hospice
  • Providence, RI
  • 10 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 10 days ago

Communicate with field staff, patients, physicians, referral sources, caregivers, and other service providers in order to maintain proper care coordination and continuity of care....

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Credentialing Specialist

  • Lifespan
  • Providence, RI
  • 11 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 11 days ago

SUMMARY: Reporting jointly to the Credentials Coordinators and the Credentials Manager, this position provides facilitation of the requirements of the regulatory and accreditation standards that...

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Surgical Scheduling Coordinator

  • Lifespan
  • Providence, RI
  • 16 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 16 days ago

SUMMARY: The Surgical Scheduling Coordinator reports to the Ambulatory Clinical Manager and/or Practice Manager and performs a variety of surgical scheduling duties with multiple hospital...

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Healthcare Consultant I - MTM Ops Nurse

  • Careers Integrated Resources Inc
  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 17 days ago
  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 17 days ago

Healthcare Consultant I - MTM Ops Nurse Job Location: Woonsocket, RI Job Duration: 2-3 Months (possibility of extension) Payrate: $34.12/ hr. on w2 Schedule & Training: Hiring for a M-F 8 hour...

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Referral Specialist

  • Brown University Health
  • Providence, RI
  • 19 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 19 days ago

SUMMARY: The Referral Specialist reports to a Patient Access Manager. Under the general supervision, ensures the quality of the referral process is upheld to departmental standards....

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Clinical Coordinator - Surgery

  • Prime Healthcare
  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 30+ days ago

Overview At Landmark Medical Center, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, Landmark Medical...

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Research Assistant (Pediatrics) Bilingual

  • Care New England Health System
  • Providence, RI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 45+ days ago

This position requires someone who is bilingual in Spanish.* Job Summary: The Research Assistant performs a wide variety of duties related to research studies directed by the Principal...

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Patient Registration Representative

  • South County Hospital
  • Wakefield, RI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Wakefield, RI
  • 45+ days ago

South County Health is an independent, non-profit healthcare system offering a comprehensive range of advanced inpatient, outpatient and home health services. Accredited by The Joint Commission...

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Adult Services - Intake Coordinator II

  • Seven Hills Foundation
  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Woonsocket, RI
  • 45+ days ago

coordination Attention to detail and strong documentation skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and electronic record...

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Clinical Research Assistant I (MFM)

  • Care New England Health System
  • Providence, RI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 45+ days ago

The Clinical Research Assistant I, under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and/or senior study staff collects, processes, and enters research data in support of specified research...

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Hospice Spiritual Care Coordinator

  • Care New England Health System
  • Warwick, RI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Warwick, RI
  • 45+ days ago

Provides spiritual support and counseling to patients, families, and staff. Acts as a liaison between patient/client/family & local congregations and the Hospice Program to identify and meet...

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Demographic Data for Rhode Island

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Salary for Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Rhode Island

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Healthcare Specialist positions.



Highest Education Level

Healthcare Specialists in Rhode Island offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
37.8%
Master's Degree
23.4%
Associate's Degree
13.6%
High School or GED
10.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.8%
Doctorate Degree
3.5%
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 Rhode Island
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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