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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Coordinator, Clinical Support

  • Providence, RI
  • 4 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 4 days ago

In this role you will provide support to clinical operations by requesting/retrieving medical records from health care providers and processing physician file preparation/assembly, records scan requests...

Remote Work

Credentialing Specialist

  • Providence, RI
  • 5 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 5 days ago

Processes credentialing and re-credentialing applications for the client. Reviews applications and prepares verification letters. Contacts various departments, licensing agencies, and insurance...

Research Assistant (MFM)

  • Providence, RI
  • 5 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary: The Research Assistant performs duties related to research projects, including recruitment, specimen collection and processing, data collection, documentation and other related duties...

Credentialing Coordinator

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

Summary: The Hospital Credentialing Coordinator reports to the Credentialing Manager Patient Financial Services. Under general supervision and within Brown University Health policies and...

Respiratory Therapist Ventilator Patient Specialist

  • Cranston, RI
  • 13 days ago
  • Cranston, RI
  • 13 days ago

About Rotech Rotech Healthcare Inc. is a national leader in providing ventilators, oxygen, sleep apnea treatment, wound care solutions, diabetic solutions and home medical equipment. We help...

Health Service Administrator

  • Warwick, RI
  • 13 days ago
  • Warwick, RI
  • 13 days ago

Education Required: Minimum of a bachelor's degree in healthcare administration or related field of study preferred. Physical Requirements: This position is considered hazardous duty....

Volunteer Research Assistant / Psychosocial

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

PSYCHOLOGY RESEARCH VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY AT BUTLER HOSPITAL The Psychosocial Research Program ( ) at Brown-affiliated Butler Hospital is seeking a part-time research volunteer to assist with...

Practice Coordinator, Physician Practice

  • Providence, RI
  • 19 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 19 days ago

Job Summary: The Practice Coordinator, Physician Practice directs and manages the administrative functions and day to day operations of the outpatient faculty practices of the Department of...

MDS Coordinator

  • Westerly, RI
  • 26 days ago
  • Westerly, RI
  • 26 days ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Rhode Island $103k - $190k Per Year MDS Coordinator Westerly Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center Occupation: Managers, All Other Location: Westerly, RI -...

Patient Intake Coordinator

  • Providence, RI
  • 27 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 27 days ago

Overview: This position is responsible for patient satisfaction from greeting the patient as they enter our facilities for the first time, to the set up of appointments for patient care including all...

OP Managed Care Coordinator FT Days

  • Providence, RI
  • 27 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 27 days ago

Responsibilities: Patient Benefit Verification Information: Ensures accurate completion of benefit verification of all new patient insurance information and authorization in accordance with State...

Intake Coordinator FT Days

  • Providence, RI
  • 27 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 27 days ago

Job Summary: The Intake Coordinator - PAS (Patient Assessment Services) works in collaboration with clinical staff to provide an efficient admission experience that focuses on compassionate...

Intake Coordinator, PT Days

  • Providence, RI
  • 27 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 27 days ago

Job Summary: The Intake Coordinator - PAS (Patient Assessment Services) works in collaboration with clinical staff to provide an efficient admission experience that focuses on compassionate...

Clinical Reimbursement Coordinator, RN

  • Cumberland, RI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cumberland, RI
  • 45+ 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...

Quality Care Coordinator (Temp) - Full Time, Days (Hybrid)

  • Johnston, RI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Johnston, RI
  • 45+ days ago

The QCC is the professional representative of the quality team and strives to provide a high level of practice and patient satisfaction....

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
37.6%
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 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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