Healthcare Specialist Jobs in West Valley City, UT

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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Supervisory Health System Specialist-GPM

  • Veterans Health Administration
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 11 hours ago

This position is located within the Salt Lake City VA Medical Center (VAMC) at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).The primary purpose of the Ambulatory Care Operations Director Group Practice...

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Home Health Insurance Authorization Specialist

  • CenterWell
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 16 hours ago

As a Home Healthcare Insurance Authorization Specialist, you will report directly to the Authorization Supervisor....

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PS Referral Specialist

  • The Univeristy of Utah
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 1 day ago

coordination service for the Ryan White HIV Program, including facilitating access to specialty and dental care, providing education and health literacy support to clients, and maintaining program...

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Licensing and Credentialing Business Operations Coordinator

  • 19000 Outreach - Telehealth Services
  • Murray, UT (6 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Murray, UT (6 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 5 days ago

The Licensing and Credentialing Business Operations Coordinator manages end-to-end provider state licensure processes, ensuring accurate, timely applications and renewals while interpreting...

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Surgery Scheduler

  • Utah Surgical Center
  • West Valley City, UT
  • 7 days ago
  • West Valley City, UT
  • 7 days ago

Surgery Scheduler Utah Surgical Center - 3.7 West Valley City, UT Job Details Full-time 5 hours ago Benefits Employee stock purchase plan Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance...

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Sr Specialist, Clinical Imaging, TMTT

  • Edwards Lifesciences
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 10 days ago

Patients with mitral and tricuspid heart valve disease often have complex conditions with limited treatment options. Our Transcatheter Mitral and Tricuspid Therapies (TMTT) business unit is boldly...

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Intake Coordinator - Behavioral Health

  • Volunteers of America - Utah
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 11 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 11 days ago

Secondary responsibilities may include case management and care coordination support to assist clients, admissions clinicians, and continuity of care services as needed....

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Patient Relations Coordinator - BILINGUAL, mobile mammography

  • University Of Utah Health
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 12 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 12 days ago

Overview As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission...

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Bone Marrow Transplant Coordinator

  • Intermountain Health
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 13 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 13 days ago

Job Description: This position provides expert, high-level knowledge of health care, technical skills and analytical expertise in order to aid health care professionals and direct internal...

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Customer Service Representative - Patient Registration

  • R1 Revenue Cycle Management
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 14 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 14 days ago

What You'll Gain: Experience in healthcare administration & patient access Exposure to revenue cycle, insurance processes, and hospital operations Opportunity for growth within R1 A team environment...

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Patient Coordinator

  • University Of Utah Health
  • South Jordan, UT (6 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 15 days ago
  • South Jordan, UT (6 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 15 days ago

Overview As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission...

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Health Unit Coordinator (HUC), BMT Unit

  • University Of Utah Health
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 15 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 15 days ago

Overview As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission...

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Public Health Director

  • State of Utah
  • Taylorsville, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 16 days ago
  • Taylorsville, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 16 days ago

Public Health Director 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars 4315 South 2700 West, Taylorsville, UT 84129 $41.19 - $70.85 an hour - Full-time State of Utah 372 reviews $41.19 - $70.85 an hour - Full-time Public...

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Patient Registrar PRN

  • HCA Healthcare
  • Draper, UT (13 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 18 days ago
  • Draper, UT (13 miles from West Valley City, UT)
  • 18 days ago

Job Summary and Qualifications As a Registrar, you will be responsible for timely and accurate patient registration....

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Health Unit Coordinator (HUC), Emergency Room

  • University Of Utah Health
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 22 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT (1 mile from West Valley City, UT)
  • 22 days ago

Overview As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission...

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Demographic Data for West Valley City, UT

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Salary for Healthcare Specialist Jobs in West Valley City, UT

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Healthcare Specialist positions.



Highest Education Level

Healthcare Specialists in West Valley City, UT 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 West Valley City, UT
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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