Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Davenport, IA

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

  • Rock Island, IL (3 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Rock Island, IL (3 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 26 days 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...

Therapy Scheduling Coordinator

  • Moline, IL (5 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Moline, IL (5 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 8 days ago

Title: Therapy Scheduling Coordinator Employment Type: Full Time Work Hours: Monday through Friday, 8a - 5p City: Quad Cities State: Iowa/Illinois We care about our employees! We value and respect...

Intake Insurance Specialist-Clinic

  • Moline, IL (5 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Moline, IL (5 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 14 days ago

UPH Additional Information Why UnityPoint Health? Commitment to our Team Were proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our...

Area Intake Coordinator - Clinical

  • Davenport, IA
  • 18 days ago
  • Davenport, IA
  • 18 days ago

Are you a compassionate registered nurse looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals during their healthcare journey? If so, join Care Initiatives as an Area Intake...

Clinic Coordinator- Full-Time Moline Healthplex

  • Moline, IL (5 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Moline, IL (5 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 20 days ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Coordinates daily operations and staff assignments within the clinic. Serves as a focal point of information coming into the clinic setting...

Care Coordinator-Enrichment-CCBHC IA

  • Rock Island, IL (3 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Rock Island, IL (3 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 27 days ago

Area of Interest: Behavioral Health Services Salary Range: $22.79-$34.19/hr* FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0 Department: OP Clinic - Davenport Shift: 8:00am-4:30pm Job ID: 160672 UnityPoint Health...

Social Worker Care Coordinator

  • Rock Island, IL (3 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Rock Island, IL (3 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 45+ days ago

Area of Interest: Behavioral Health Services FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0 Department: Care Coordination Shift: Mon-Fri 8-4:30; Occasional Weekend and On Call rotations; Holiday On Call rotation...

MDS Coordinator

  • De Witt, IA (22 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • De Witt, IA (22 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 45+ days ago

Learn more about how WesleyLife is revolutionizing the experience of aging here! Fieldstone of DeWitt, part of the WellSpire community, represents a new standard in senior living for Clinton...

Insurance Verification Specialist

  • Moline, IL (5 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Moline, IL (5 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 60+ days ago

United Surgical Partners International is hiring a full-time Insurance Verification Specialist at Quad City Gastroenterology locaated in Moline, IL. About the Opportunity Work closely with the...

Sleep Center Patient Coordinator/Polysomnography Tech

  • Moline, IL (5 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Moline, IL (5 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 90+ days ago

Overview Certified Polysomnography Technologist - Hiring now! Trinity Sleep Clinic/Lab Moline, IL 0.9 FTE, 3-12 Hour Shifts - Nights; and PRN opening $7,500 sign on bonus for fulltime positions!...

Certified Sleep Center Patient Coordinator/Polysomnography Tech

  • Moline, IL (5 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Moline, IL (5 miles from Davenport, IA)
  • 90+ days ago

Area of Interest: Allied Health Salary Range: $26.34 - $39.52* FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.9 Department: Sleep Lab- MO Shift: (3) 12 hour shifts Job ID: 145427 UnityPoint Health Information Why...

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Salary for Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Davenport, IA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Specialists in Davenport, IA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
37.5%
Master's Degree
23.6%
Associate's Degree
13.1%
High School or GED
10.9%
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 Davenport, IA
1-2 years
57.3%
2-4 years
20.9%
Less than 1 year
19.2%
None
2.6%
10+ years
0.1%