Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Tacoma, WA

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

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 17 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...

Medical Referral Specialist

  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 4 hours ago

Join the ICHS Team! Discover how you can make an impact on people, communities and creating greater health equity. International Community Health Services (ICHS) is a nationally-recognized...

LPN Health & Wellness Coordinator

  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 8 hours ago

Overview LPN Health and Wellness Coordinator TUES - SAT Schedule Brookdale Foundation House Federal Way, WA Early Access to Paycheck with Earned Wage Access is available for Hourly Associates Make...

Healthcare Coordinator

  • Tukwila, WA (20 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Tukwila, WA (20 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Now is the time to join Southcenter Modern 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...

Coding Compliance Specialist (36173)

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 4 days ago

Community Health Care is a leading non-profit organization that offers quality health care to underserved patients in Pierce County. We provide comprehensive family practice care, including...

Scheduling Coordinator Specialist Clinic

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 6 days ago

You Belong Here. At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers,...

Care Asst-Health Unit Coord Cardiac PCU

  • Lakewood, WA (3 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lakewood, WA (3 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 7 days ago

Overview St. Clare Hospital and Virginia Mason Medical Center were each recognized as one of the 148 Best Hospitals in America by Money (formerly Money Magazine), in partnership with The Leapfrog...

Mental Health Care Coordinator (Internal title: Clinical Care Coordinator)

  • Tukwila, WA (20 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Tukwila, WA (20 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 7 days ago

WE'RE GROWING! HIRING A PEER COUNSELOR (PARENT PARTNER) ABERDEEN, WA OUR CLINICAL TEAMS WORK IN THE HOMES OF FAMILIES AND IN THE COMMUNITY; PLUS, IN AN OFFICE SITE Catholic Community Services,...

Care Asst-Health Unit Coord

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 8 days ago

Overview In 2020, united in a fierce commitment to deliver the highest quality care and exceptional patient experience, Virginia Mason and CHI Franciscan Health came together as natural partners...

Patient Registration Specialist (Hybrid after 6 mons)

  • Tukwila, WA (20 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Tukwila, WA (20 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 9 days ago

Assist Patient Registration Supervisor and Manager with special assignments as needed. Supervisory Responsibilities Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?...

Medical Records Director

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 16 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 16 days ago

Avalon Care Center Tacoma is now hiring a Medical Records Director to join our outstanding team! The Medical Records Director will maintain residents medical records in accordance with facility...

Patient Care Coordinator, Olympia Vision Clinic

  • Lacey, WA (22 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Lacey, WA (22 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 17 days ago

Optimizes patients satisfaction, provider time, and treatment room utilization by scheduling appointments in person or by phone....

Patient Care Coordinator

  • Puyallup, WA (6 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Puyallup, WA (6 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 19 days ago

Primary responsibilities include management of patient referrals, patient registration (where applicable), patient scheduling, scanning, and customer service (See primary responsibilities/competencies...

Care Asst-Health Unit Coord

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 21 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 21 days ago

Overview In 2020, united in a fierce commitment to deliver the highest quality care and exceptional patient experience, Virginia Mason and CHI Franciscan Health came together as natural partners...

RN Care Coordinator

  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Federal Way, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 21 days ago

Overview In 2020, united in a fierce commitment to deliver the highest quality care and exceptional patient experience, Virginia Mason and CHI Franciscan Health came together as natural partners...

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Salary for Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Tacoma, WA

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Healthcare Specialist positions.



Highest Education Level

Healthcare Specialists in Tacoma, WA 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 Tacoma, WA
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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