Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Akron, OH

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

  • Kent, OH (12 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 26 days ago
  • Kent, OH (12 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 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...

Admissions Coordinator, Central Intake Department

  • Akron, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 1 day ago

Are you an energetic professional with previous Admissions Experience in Long Term Care? Due to continued growth, CommuniCare Health Services is currently seeking the right professional individual...

Health Unit Coordinator - Clinical Decision Unit (CDU)

  • Canton, OH (18 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Canton, OH (18 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Join Cleveland Clinic's Mercy Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Officially becoming a full...

Patient Service Specialist - Orthopaedics

  • Canton, OH (18 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Canton, OH (18 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: High School Diploma or GED and two years of experience in patient registration, appointment scheduling, insurance processing or customer...

Clinical Services Manager - Hospice

  • Fairlawn, OH (9 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairlawn, OH (9 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 1 day ago

BSN preferred Three years' experience in clinical operations supervision required One year experience in a Medicare-certified home health agency and one year experience in a hospice setting is a must...

Clinical Coordinator - Charge Registered Nurse - Dialysis

  • Streetsboro, OH (16 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Streetsboro, OH (16 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 2 days ago

Ensure quality patient care while maintaining cost-effective clinical operations in accordance with all legal, compliance, and regulatory requirements and programs....

Registered Nurse (RN), Mobile MDS Coordinator

  • Strongsville, OH (23 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Strongsville, OH (23 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 3 days ago

Registered Nurse RN, Mobile MDS Coordinator CommuniCare Health Services is currently looking to fill the key position of RN Mobile MDS Coordinator for its facilities in the Cleveland, OH region....

Medical Front Office - Patient Service Specialist

  • Broadview Heights, OH (20 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Broadview Heights, OH (20 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 3 days ago

authorizations and verifications Qualifications Minimum: High School Diploma or GED Preferred: 1 Year Front Desk experience Healthcare experience Additional Data Select Medical is committed to having...

Field Based Patient Care Coordinator - Multiple Locations

  • Canton, OH (18 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Canton, OH (18 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 3 days ago

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

Field Based Patient Care Coordinator - Summit or Stark Counties, OH

  • Canton, OH (18 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Canton, OH (18 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 4 days ago

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

Field Based Patient Care Coordinator - Multiple Locations

  • Akron, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 6 days 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...

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...

Patient Care Coordinator

  • Brunswick, OH (20 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 8 days ago
  • Brunswick, OH (20 miles from Akron, OH)
  • 8 days ago

Overview As a Patient Care Coordinator, you'll have a key role in creating positive patient experiences using our innovative G3 approach (Greeting, Guiding, Gratitude). You'll help patients feel...

Clinical Coordinator - 6 Medical

  • Akron, OH
  • 9 days ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 9 days ago

Clinical Coordinator - 6 Medical Akron Children's Details Posted: 03-Mar-25 Location: Akron, Ohio Internal Number: 23206 6 Medical Full Time 36 hours/week Nights 7pm-730am Onsite Summary: Assists...

Patient Service Specialist PRN

  • Akron, OH
  • 10 days ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 10 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...

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Salary for Healthcare Specialist Jobs in Akron, OH

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Specialists in Akron, OH 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 Akron, OH
1-2 years
57.3%
2-4 years
20.9%
Less than 1 year
19.2%
None
2.6%
10+ years
0.1%