Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Birmingham, AL

A Healthcare Area Administrator plays a vital role in health care administration by overseeing medical facilities within a specific geographic area. Their duties often include managing staff, ensuring compliance with healthcare laws and regulations, implementing policies, coordinating medical services, and working towards improving the quality of patient care. They are also responsible for financial management for the facilities in their care, which may include budgeting, financial reporting, and ensuring financial sustainability.

Important skills for a Healthcare Area Administrator include leadership, communication, problem-solving, and knowledge of healthcare laws and regulations. They should be able to work well under pressure, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and make important decisions regarding patient care and facility operation. They should hold a master's degree in health administration, public health, or a related field. Certifications such as Certified Healthcare Executive (CHE) or Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE) can further enhance their credibility and expertise. Prior to becoming a Healthcare Area Administrator, a person may have roles such as Healthcare Consultant, Hospital Department Manager, or Medical and Health Services Manager.

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Director, Healthcare Services - M&A

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 1 day ago

Description About Alvarez & Marsal Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a...

Director of Nursing Services

  • Irondale, AL (7 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Irondale, AL (7 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Lead with Excellence as the Director of Nursing- RN at Diversicare! Are you ready to take the helm of the nursing department and make a profound impact on the lives of patients and...

Senior Vice President of Intellectual and Developmental Services

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 7 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 7 days ago

Qualifications Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in social work, psychology, healthcare administration, or a related field....

Assistant Director Nursing Inpatient Ireland Center

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 7 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 7 days ago

Shares 24- hour accountability for clinical operations and outcomes with Department Director of Behavioral Health Inpatient Ireland....

About UAB Callahan Eye: For over 60 years, UAB Callahan Eye has been dedicated to preserving and restoring the vision of our patients, transforming the future of eye care, and curing the world's...

Assistant Director of Nursing Services - $15,000 Hiring Incentive

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 8 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 8 days ago

Responsible forassisting the Director of Nursing Services/Clinical Services Administrator inplanning, organizing, developing, and directing the overall operation ofNursing Services for residents...

Assistant Director of Nursing RN ADNS

  • Irondale, AL (7 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Irondale, AL (7 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 12 days ago

Overview We are proud to be an agency-free center! Our dedicated team members play a critical role in shaping our culture of trust, respect, customer focus, compassion, diplomacy, appreciation,...

Resident Services Director (RN)

  • Mountain Brook, AL (4 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Mountain Brook, AL (4 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 15 days ago

Overview Advance Your Nursing Leadership Career as a Resident Services Director at Diversicare! Are you an experienced RN with a passion for leadership and a drive for excellence in healthcare?...

Executive Director - Hospice

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 24 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 24 days ago

Our Company Oasis Healthcare Overview Our Hospice Executive Directors are the heart of our organization who support patients by providing overall direction for hospice services in the state,...

Director of Nursing

  • Homewood, AL (3 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Homewood, AL (3 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 30+ days ago

Pine Acres Rehabilitation & Care Center Director of Nursing in Homewood , Alabama Director of Nursing Responsibilities/Duties Include: Directing and developing nursing staff to include assisting...

Area Vice President - P&C Sales Producer (Birmingham, AL)

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 60+ days ago

Introduction Indulge your passion for problem-solving and embrace the thrill of addressing risk head-on at Gallagher's global brokerage team. Join a family of diverse minds, united by a relentless...

Director, Healthcare Services - MedTech

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 60+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 60+ days ago

Description Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a premier independent global professional services firm specializing in providing turnaround management, restructuring, performance improvement and corporate...

Senior Director, Healthcare Services

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 90+ days ago

Description Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a premier, independent, global professional services firm specializing in advising organizations on solving complex business problems, including turnaround...

Site Medical Director II

  • Bessemer, AL (11 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bessemer, AL (11 miles from Birmingham, AL)
  • 90+ days ago

ID 2025-20249 Job Locations US-AL-Bessemer Category Clinical & Operations Leadership Position Type Regular Full-time Shift / Schedule Weekday Day Location ID 94006...

Medical Director - APP/MD/DO

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 90+ days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 90+ days ago

The Medical Director and CCO will meet no less than every 2 weeks to review clinical operations....

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Birmingham, AL

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in Birmingham, AL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
36.0%
Master's Degree
34.2%
Associate's Degree
9.0%
Doctorate Degree
7.2%
High School or GED
6.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.0%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Healthcare Area Administrators in Birmingham, AL
2-4 years
34.6%
4-6 years
34.6%
1-2 years
23.1%
6-8 years
3.8%
Less than 1 year
3.8%


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