Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Madison, WI

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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Assisted Living Coordinator (LPN)

  • Waunakee, WI (8 miles from Madison, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Waunakee, WI (8 miles from Madison, WI)
  • 2 days ago

JOIN TEAM TRILOGY: At Trilogy, youll experience a caring, supportive community that values each team member. We prioritize meaningful relationships, genuine teamwork, and continuous growth. With...

Referral and Scheduling Coordinator - Remote

  • Madison, WI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 6 hours ago

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first** The Referral and Scheduling Coordinator 2 schedules and pre-registers patients for exams and procedures with specialists and...

Health Unit Coordinator - Float Pool; 0.6FTE; Day Shift

  • Madison, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 2 days ago

The Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) coordinates communication between nursing staff, physicians, other departments, professional staff, patients and families relating to patient care. The HUC...

Credentialing Specialist

  • Madison, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 3 days ago

The Rehab Credentialing Specialist is responsible for facilitating Intermountain Healthcare and SelectHealth centralized credentials verification program and will serve as the primary...

Health Unit Coordinator - Birthing Center; 0.8FTE; Night Shift

  • Madison, WI
  • 4 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 4 days ago

$1,500 Sign-On Bonus! The primary function of the Health Unit Coordinator - Birthing Center is interpretation, transcription and assistance in the implementation of orders for all aspects of...

Surgery Scheduler

  • Madison, WI
  • 7 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 7 days ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Tracks and obtains medical clearances for scheduled surgeries. Navigates EMR to scribe voicemails and returns appropriate calls as needed. Call patients to schedule surgery...

Health Unit Coordinator - NICU; 0.8FTE; Day Shift

  • Madison, WI
  • 8 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 8 days ago

$1,500 Sign-On Bonus! The primary function of the Health Unit Coordinator - NICU coordinates communication between nursing staff, physicians, other departments, professional staff, patients, and...

Health Unit Coordinator/Monitor Tech- Cardiac; 0.6 FTE; Day Shifts

  • Madison, WI
  • 9 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 9 days ago

15129BR FTE: 0.6 Shift: Days, 8 hour shifts with e/o weekend and holiday rotation Compensation: $18.48+ Hours Per Week: 24 Weekends: Yes Benefit Eligible Health Unit Coordinator/Monitor Tech The...

Patient Registration Specialist

  • Madison, WI
  • 9 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 9 days ago

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

Health Unit Coordinator/Monitor Tech- Cardiac; 0.5 FTE; PM Shifts

  • Madison, WI
  • 10 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 10 days ago

Health Unit Coordinator/Monitor Tech The Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) coordinates communication between nursing staff, physicians, other departments, professional staff, patients, and families...

Patient Service Specialist

  • Madison, WI
  • 14 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 14 days ago

The Patient Service Specialist performs complex administrative duties including but not limited to patient registration, patient scheduling, providing excellent customer service to clients, and management...

Health Unit Coord - Neuro Reg Care 8T; 0.8 FTE; Day/PM shifts

  • Madison, WI
  • 22 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 22 days ago

Health Unit Coordinator The Health Unit Coordinator facilitates unit operations and assists with all clerical duties on the patient unit, including greeting patients and visitors as they arrive....

Health Unit Coordinator - Birthing Center; 0.7FTE; Night Shift

  • Madison, WI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 30+ days ago

14804BR FTE: 0.7 Shift: 2300-0730 with every other weekend and holiday rotation Compensation: $18.32+ Hours Per Week: 28 Weekends: Some Benefit Eligible The primary function of the Health Unit...

Health Unit Coordinator - Birthing Center; 0.5FTE; Day/PM

  • Madison, WI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 30+ days ago

13786BR FTE: 0.5 Shift: Day/PM shift (8-hours) with every other weekend and holiday rotation. Compensation: $18.32+ Hours Per Week: 20 Weekends: Some Benefit Eligible The primary function of the...

Health Unit Coordinator - Float Pool; 0.5FTE; PM Shift

  • Madison, WI
  • 30+ days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 30+ days ago

14883BR FTE: 0.5 Shift: PM Shift, every other weekend and holiday Compensation: $18.32+ Hours Per Week: 20 Weekends: Some Benefit Eligible The Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) coordinates...

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Salary for Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Madison, WI

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Specialists in Madison, WI offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
37.5%
Master's Degree
23.7%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
High School or GED
10.7%
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 Madison, WI
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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