Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Iowa

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

  • Waterloo, IA
  • 12 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 12 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...

Registered Nurse (RN) Clinical Coordinator - Homecare PRN

  • Rock Rapids, IA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Rock Rapids, IA
  • 8 hours ago

Promotes the use of current clinical best practice standards in order to achieve high patient satisfaction and superior clinical outcomes. Serves as an ongoing resource for the clinical care team....

Patient Registration Rep - Waterloo - Part-time - 1st Shift

  • Waterloo, IA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 8 hours ago

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift Description: Position Purpose: Gathers patient demographic and financial information and enters into computer system. Assigns patient rooms, prepares...

Reimbursement Coordinator (Patient Assistance and Support)

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

Must communicate clearly and effectively in both a written and verbal format Proactive follow-up with various contacts to ensure patient access to therapy Effectively applies knowledge of job and company...

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Medical Management Specialist I

  • W Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • W Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

Anticipated End Date: 2025-04-22 Position Title: Medical Management Specialist I Job Description: A proud member of the Elevance Health family of companies, Carelon Behavioral Health, formerly...

Nurse Manager / Clinical Coordinator - LTC

  • Ankeny, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA
  • 2 days ago

Nurse Manager / Clinical Coordinator - LTC Job ID 2025-26373 Category Nursing Leadership Job Location : City Ankeny Job Location : State IA Campus Mill Pond Type Full Time Overview Presbyterian...

Care Asst-Health Unit Coord Family Birth Center

  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 5 days ago

Overview From primary to specialty care as well as walk-in and virtual services CHI Health Clinic delivers more options and better access so you can spend time on what matters: being healthy. We...

Specialty Services Scheduling Coordinator-Cardiology

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 5 days ago

Area of Interest: Patient Services FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0 Department: Cardiology- Methodist Plaza PB Shift: 40 hours/week - 8:00am-4:30pm Job ID: 161807 UnityPoint Health Information Why...

Nurse Admissions Coordinator/Registered Nurse

  • Altoona, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • Altoona, IA
  • 5 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Prairie Vista Village - Altoona, IA Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Category : Health Care Description Prairie Vista Village is an innovative,...

Clinical Coordinator - Perioperative Services

  • Iowa City, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • Iowa City, IA
  • 6 days ago

Join Our Team as a Clinical Coordinator in Perioperative Services! Are you ready to make a difference in the world of nursing? The University of Iowa Health Care Department of Nursing is on the...

MDMIA_Nurse Coordinator, Clinical Pre-Service (ST)_MOC1971

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 7 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 7 days ago

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. Valid RN licensure authorized in the applicable state(s) of...

McFarland Clinic is currently accepting application for a Partial Part Time Receptionist/Patient Registration Rep for its Carroll office....

Patient Registrar-Sumner

  • Sumner, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Sumner, IA
  • 9 days ago

Area of Interest: Patient Services FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0 Department: Patient Access Shift: 0630-1730 Monday-Friday Flexible Job ID: 159974 UnityPoint Health Information Why UnityPoint Health...

MDS Coordinator - RN - Temporary

  • Cresco, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Cresco, IA
  • 9 days ago

Accura HealthCare of Cresco has the opportunity to welcome an Interim MDS Coordinator (RN) to join our team! Our MDS Coordinators are passionate about assessing the needs of our residents to...

Health Unit Coordinator - Cardiac/Nephrology - Full-time - Days

  • Waterloo, IA
  • 11 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 11 days ago

Works cooperatively with the nursing staff and other health team members to enhance quality patient care and patient satisfaction....

Demographic Data for Iowa

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Salary for Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Iowa

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Healthcare Specialist positions.



Highest Education Level

Healthcare Specialists in Iowa 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 Iowa
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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