Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Columbia, SC

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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Public Health Officer

  • Columbia, SC
  • 16 hours ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 16 hours ago

KEEPING OUR FORCES HEALTHY Caring for the health of our Airmen also means helping preclude illness before it can affect our community. Public Health Officers apply public health, preventive...

Orthodontic Patient Coordinator

  • Columbia, SC
  • 10 hours ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 10 hours ago

Overview Patient Coordinator: Dental Office/Ortho Dept-Columbia, SC Creston Dental and Braces-Columbia, SC Location Full Time Position: Mon-Thur 745am-5pm, Every Other Friday 8am -12pm Competitive...

Patient Experience Coordinator - CCOFS Columbia

  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 10 hours ago
  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 10 hours ago

administration (or related field) 2+ years experience as a patient care/medical office coordinator with patient scheduling, insurance verification & billing, and collection experience Experience with...

Healthcare Coordinator

  • Columbia, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 2 days ago

Now is the time to join Killian Dentistry. You will have opportunities to learn new skills from our team of experienced professionals. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and...

Patient Coordinator (Remote/Non-Clinical) Accessnurse

  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 days ago

PATIENT COORDINATOR (REMOTE/NON-CLINICAL) ACCESSNURSE AccessNurse Columbia, SC (Remote) Part-Time Job Details NOW HIRING REMOTE PATIENT COORDINATORS Full-time and Part-time opportunities available...

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Clinical Coordinator - 6th South Medical. Job in West Columbia Gr8Jobs

  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 5 days ago
  • West Columbia, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 5 days ago

RN Inpatient Clinical Coordinator - 6th South Medical Sign On Bonus: Up to $30,000 _Full Time _ _PM Shift, 7PM-7:00AM_ Job Summary Provides operational shift oversight, delegates care to staff and...

Home Health Scheduler-Onsite

  • Columbia, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 6 days ago

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first The Patient Services Coordinator is directly responsible for scheduling visits and communicating with field staff, patients,...

Patient Intake Coordinator

  • Columbia, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 7 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...

Credentialing Specialist

  • Columbia, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 7 days ago

The CS will facilitate all aspects of centralized credentials verification program with accuracy and attention to detail. They will enter all information regarding providers into the credentialing...

Clinical Coordinator-CMC

  • Cayce, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Cayce, SC (2 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 8 days ago

Occupational Health Full Time Day Shift 8:00am-4:30pm Sign-On Bonus: Up to $12,500 Consistently named best hospital, Lexington Medical Center anchors an expansive health care network that includes...

Medical Assisting Clinical Coordinator

  • Columbia, SC
  • 14 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 14 days ago

Medical Assisting Clinical Coordinator Salary Depends on Qualifications Location Richland County, SC Job Type FTE - Part-Time Job Number 175608 Agency Midlands Technical College Opening Date...

Health Data Analyst

  • Columbia, SC
  • 14 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 14 days ago

Our work matters. We help people get the medicine they need to feel better and live well. We do not lose sight of that. It fuels our passion and drives every decision we make. **Job Posting...

Reimbursement Coordinator (Patient Assistance and Support)

  • Columbia, SC
  • 16 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 16 days ago

Must communicate clearly and effectively in both a written and verbal format Proactive follow-up with various contacts to ensure patient access to therapy Effectively applies knowledge of job and company...

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Patient Care Coordinator

  • Lexington, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 21 days ago
  • Lexington, SC (12 miles from Columbia, SC)
  • 21 days ago

Patient Care Coordinator Upstream Rehabilitation - 2.8 Lexington, SC Job Details Full-time Estimated: $28.7K - $32.5K a year 21 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health...

Patient Services Rep, Richland Full Time

  • Columbia, SC
  • 22 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 22 days ago

Accountabilities Responsible for complete and accurate patient registration, pre-certification, charge capture and accurately coding diagnoses given by physicians....

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Salary for Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Columbia, SC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Specialists in Columbia, SC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
37.5%
Master's Degree
23.6%
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 Columbia, SC
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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