Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Charlottesville, VA

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

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 20 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...

Registered Nurse Care Coordinator (RNCC) - Joint Replacement Clinic

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 1 day ago

UOVUNIUSR0069342EXTERNALENUSThe Registered Nurse Care Coordinator (RNCC) is responsible for (deliberate) organization of patient and family-centered care activities between two or more...

Health Unit Coordinator, ICU

  • University, VA (7 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • University, VA (7 miles from Charlottesville, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Welcome! We're excited you're considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in...

Registered Nurse Care Coordinator (RNCC) - Pediatric Urology

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 1 day ago

The Registered Nurse Care Coordinator (RNCC) plays a vital role in the intentional organization of patient and family-centered care. This position requires advanced critical thinking to develop,...

Registered Nurse Care Coordinator (RNCC) - Nephrology Clinic

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 1 day ago

Care coordination and transition management necessitates professional assessment, patient risk identification and stratification, and identification of individual patient needs and preferences...

Health Unit Coordinator-OR

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 1 day ago

Under the direction of the Supervisor or designee supports the functions of the unit/area across all shifts and satellite areas by performing receptionist and clerical duties. Communicates...

Health Unit Coordinator - Coronary Care Unit (CCU)

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 3 days ago

Under the direction of the manager or designee supports the functions of the unit/area by performing receptionist and clerical duties. Maintains the medical record in good form. Communicates...

Registered Nurse Care Coordinator (RNCC) - Neurosurgery Clinic

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 7 days ago

Registered Nurse Care Coordinator (RNCC) - Neurosurgery Clinic Location Charlottesville, Virginia, United States of America Category Nursing UVA Medical Center Job Id R0071581 Job Type Full time...

Patient Services Coordinator

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 7 days ago

City/State Charlottesville, VA Work Shift First (Days) Overview: Martha Jefferson Hospital in Charlottesville, VA is looking for a Full-time Patient Service Coordinator to work the Day shift...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Post Liver Transplant Coordinator

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 7 days ago

Patient and graft survival, Patient satisfaction, Patient education outcomes, Patient progress through transplant phases of care o Participates in performance improvements activities; quality improvement...

Registered Nurse Care Coordinator (RNCC) - Medical - Wage

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 9 days ago

The Registered Nurse Care Coordinator (RNCC) is responsible for (deliberate) organization of patient and family-centered care activities between two or more participants in which the RNCC uses...

The Registered Nurse Care Coordinator (RNCC) is responsible for (deliberate) organization of patient and family-centered care activities between two or more participants in which the RNCC uses...

Intake Coordinator

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 12 days ago

Intake Coordinator (skilled) In Charlottesville, VA! Interim Healthcare is Americas leading provider of home care, hospice, and healthcare staffing. With over 50 years of national experienceand a...

Registered Nurse (RN) - Transplant Coordinator

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 15 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 15 days ago

Patient and graft survival, Patient satisfaction, Patient education outcomes, Patient progress through transplant phases of care o Participates in performance improvements activities; quality improvement...

Registered Nurse Care Coordinator (RNCC) - Adult Neurology Clinic (Hybrid)

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 21 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 21 days ago

Registered Nurse Care Coordinator (RNCC) - Adult Neurology Clinic (Hybrid) Location Charlottesville, Virginia, United States of America Category Nursing UVA Medical Center Job Id R0071269 Job Type...

Demographic Data for Charlottesville, VA

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Salary for Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Charlottesville, VA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Healthcare Specialist positions.



Highest Education Level

Healthcare Specialists in Charlottesville, VA 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 Charlottesville, VA
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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