Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Washington

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

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 4 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...

Associate Patient Care Coordinator - Redmond, WA

  • Redmond, WA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Redmond, WA
  • 1 hour ago

Access Center Assist management of provider onboarding & offboarding Support provider ticket & claims completion Scan mail, order supplies, report building & maintenance needs, provide access to technicians...

LPN - ADON / Health & Wellness Coordinator

  • Richland, WA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Richland, WA
  • 1 hour ago

Overview Early Access to Paycheck with Earned Wage Access is available for Hourly Associates Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your...

Patient Care Coordinator - Imaging

  • Seattle, WA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 11 hours ago

Requsition ID: 362509 Company: Swedish Jobs Job Category: Patient Access Job Function: Revenue Cycle Job Schedule: Full time Job Shift: Day Career Track: Admin Support Department: 3908 RADIOLOGY DIAGNOSTIC...

Chronic Practice Liaison

  • Olympia, WA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 11 hours ago

authorization, resources for financial assistance, education and customized treatments....

Senior Patient Care Coordinator - Neurology

  • Seattle, WA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 11 hours ago

Senior Patient Care Coordinator Neurology at Swedish Neurology - Cherry Hill Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift Location: Cherry Hill area of Seattle, Washington Job description: This position is...

Patient Care Coordinator - Otolaryngology

  • Seattle, WA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 11 hours ago

Requsition ID: 362524 Company: Swedish Jobs Job Category: Patient Access Job Function: Revenue Cycle Job Schedule: Full time Job Shift: Day Career Track: Admin Support Department: 3908 OTOLARYNGOLOGY...

Senior Patient Care Coordinator - EAR NOSE AND THROAT

  • Richland, WA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Richland, WA
  • 12 hours ago

**Requsition ID:** 362315 **Company:** Kadlec Jobs **Job Category:** Patient Access **Job Function:** Revenue Cycle **Job Schedule:** Full time **Job Shift:** Day **Career Track:** Admin Support **Department...

Scheduling Coordinator Specialist - Pacific Crest Family Medicine

  • Yakima, WA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Yakima, WA
  • 15 hours 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,...

Transplant Coordinator RN

  • Seattle, WA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 15 hours ago

Transplant Coordinator RN @ Swedish First Hill Full Time (40 hours per week) 8 Hours Day Shift The Clinical Transplant Coordinator is responsible for coordinating clinical aspects of organ...

Patient Care Coordinator - Otolaryngology

  • Seattle, WA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 15 hours ago

Patient Care Coordinator - Otolaryngology at Swedish Otolaryngology - Ballard Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift Location: Ballard area, Seattle, Washington Job description: Patient Care Coordinators...

Patient Care Coordinator - Imaging

  • Seattle, WA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 15 hours ago

Patient Care Coordinator Imaging Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift, Hybrid opportunities may be available Location: First Hill area of Seattle, Washington Job description: Patient Care Coordinators...

Patient Registrar (Monroe)

  • Monroe, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Monroe, WA
  • 1 day ago

Accountable for the proper patient identification to ensure a patient safety....

Health Unit Coordinator - NICU

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

Health Unit Coordinator - NICU Providence St. Joseph Health - Seattle, WA Posted: 4/30/2025 - Expires: 7/29/2025 Job ID: 288430822 Apply Now I have already applied Save Job Print Email Share Job...

Senior Patient Care Coordinator - EAR NOSE AND THROAT

  • Richland, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Richland, WA
  • 1 day ago

Under the general direction of the Practice Administrator/Manager, executes patient insurance referrals, consultations, and diagnostic procedures relating to Kadlec Clinic. Also functions as back...

Demographic Data for Washington

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Salary for Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Washington

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHealthcareAdministration research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Healthcare Specialist positions.



Highest Education Level

Healthcare Specialists in Washington 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 Washington
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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