Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Missouri

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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Clinical Nurse Coordinator Transplant Nephrology

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 22 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 22 days ago

Description Introduction Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Clinical Nurse Coordinator Transplant Nephrology? At Research Medical Center, you come first. HCA...

Public Health Officer

  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 12 days ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 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...

Pharmacy Insurance Verification Specialist

  • Chesterfield, MO
  • 8 hours ago
  • Chesterfield, MO
  • 8 hours ago

Company Overview: Blink Health is the fastest growing healthcare technology company that builds products to make prescriptions accessible and affordable to everybody. Our two primary products -...

Field Based - Patient Care Coordinator -Saint Louis, MO

  • Chesterfield, MO
  • 9 hours ago
  • Chesterfield, MO
  • 9 hours ago

We are uniting industry-leading solutions to build an integrated care model that holistically addresses an individual's physical, mental and social needs - helping patients access and navigate care...

Behavioral Health Care Coordinator

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 12 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 12 hours ago

Thanks for your interest in Children's Mercy! It is an exciting time at Childrens Mercy, especially for our mental health teams! Our Child and Family Mental Health Teams is looking to hire a...

Operations Coordinator - Part-Time

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 20 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 20 hours ago

Overview About Us A tech-enabled, multi-service healthcare organization, EmpowerMe Wellness is on a mission to improve the lives of seniors. We enrich senior living communities nationwide through...

RN-Clinical Coordinator, Surgical Services

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 20 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 20 hours ago

It's more than a career, it's a calling. MO-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. Louis Worker Type: Regular Job Summary: Delivers professional nursing care in the operative setting to patients...

Reimbursement Coordinator (Patient Assistance and Support)

  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Jefferson City, MO
  • 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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Patient Services Rep-ENT: Washington

  • Washington, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, MO
  • 1 day ago

Access Representative, Teller, No experience, medical office, health care, healthcare, administrative assistant, admin assistant...

Patient Service Specialist - Float

  • Warrensburg, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Warrensburg, MO
  • 1 day ago

authorizations and verifications Qualifications Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED required Physical Requirements: Ability to walk, stand, bend, and reach consistently...

Intake Coordinator

  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 4 days ago

Intake Coordinator - QMHP Location: Cape Girardeau, MO Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm Full-Time: Exempt Base Pay: $42,500 - 50,003.20/year - Rate is determined dependent prior experiences. Minimum...

Medical Assistant-Surgery Scheduler

  • Independence, MO
  • 5 days ago
  • Independence, MO
  • 5 days ago

Medical Assistant-Surgery Scheduler Neurosurgery Association of Jackson Independence, MO, United States schedule Full-time Days (No Weekends) Nursing Support Job ID: 3087097 Description...

Health Unit Coordinator - Nursing - Birthplace (0.45 FTE - D/E)

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 6 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 6 days ago

Building Location: St Josephs Medical Center Department: 4003290 NURSING - BIRTHPLACE - SJMC Job Description: Plans, organizes, and implements the non-nursing functions of assigned unit(s) to...

The GPC instructs the students in clinical operations and oversees the student business operations daily within the practice, tracks missing charges, approvals and lab cases....

Care Transitions Coordinator

  • Lees Summit, MO
  • 7 days ago
  • Lees Summit, MO
  • 7 days ago

Overview Are you looking for a rewarding career as a care transitions coordinator? If so, we invite you to join our team at Amedisys, one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice...

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Salary for Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Missouri

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Healthcare Specialist positions.



Highest Education Level

Healthcare Specialists in Missouri 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 Missouri
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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