Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Alabama

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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Assistant Director of Nursing, RN

  • Elmore, AL
  • 14 days ago
  • Elmore, AL
  • 14 days ago

*Responsible for the quality of the clinical operations of the nursing units to include compliance with Genesis policies and procedures, practice standards and regulations....

Assistant Director of Nursing RN ADNS

  • Irondale, AL
  • moments ago
  • Irondale, AL
  • moments ago

Overview Advance Your Nursing Leadership Career as an Assistant Director of Nursing (RN) at Diversicare! Are you an experienced RN with a passion for leadership and a drive for excellence in...

Application Process: Interested candidates are encouraged to contact: Will DeCuyper Senior Manager of Behavioral Health Physician Recruitment In-house Physician Recruiter Email: ... Office: ......

Director of Nursing (DON)

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 1 day ago

Experience & Requirements Associate degree or RN Diploma required. Bachelor's degree in Nursing highly preferred. Three (3) to Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience...

Emergency Medicine System Medical Director

  • Alabaster, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Alabaster, AL
  • 1 day ago

BENEFITS An industry leading benefits package is just the beginning. A collaborative culture helps us thrive. Our Results We work to improve the health care continuum, based on our extensive...

Emergency Medicine System Medical Director

  • Talladega, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Talladega, AL
  • 1 day ago

BENEFITS An industry leading benefits package is just the beginning. A collaborative culture helps us thrive. Our Results We work to improve the health care continuum, based on our extensive...

Emergency Medicine System Medical Director

  • Jasper, AL
  • 1 day ago
  • Jasper, AL
  • 1 day ago

BENEFITS An industry leading benefits package is just the beginning. A collaborative culture helps us thrive. Our Results We work to improve the health care continuum, based on our extensive...

Medical Director Physician. Job in Harvest Gr8Jobs

  • Harvest, AL
  • 2 days ago
  • Harvest, AL
  • 2 days ago

ID 7 Job Locations US-AL-Harvest Category Clinical & Operations Leadership Position Type Regular Full-time Shift / Schedule Weekday Day Location ID 94012...

Vice President, Growth - Payer

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 2 days ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 2 days ago

Your Future Evolves Here** Evolent partners with health plans and providers to achieve better outcomes for people with most complex and costly health conditions. Working across specialties and...

Vice President, Provider Growth

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 6 days ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 6 days ago

Datavant is a data platform company and the world's leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right...

Pediatric Hospital Medicine Medical Director SEEKING SITE MEDICAL DIRECTOR FOR OUR PEDIATRIC PROGRAM IN DOTHAN, AL! Facility: Southeast Health Medical Center - PHM 1108 Ross Clark Cir Dothan, AL...

Director of Nursing Services

  • Hueytown, AL
  • 7 days ago
  • Hueytown, AL
  • 7 days ago

Overview Lead with Excellence as the Director of Nursing- RN at Diversicare- Baron House of Hueytown, a 35 bed nursing home. ~ Bonus Incentive Plans ~ ~ 401k with Company Match ~ ~ Fantastic...

Traveling Director of Nursing Services

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

Overview Smile, Youve Found Us! Are you passionate about caregiving? Would you like to work with the best team in the world? If so, Diversicare invites you to apply. We build on trust, respect,...

Medical Director Physician. Job in Mobile Gr8Jobs

  • Mobile, AL
  • 8 days ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 8 days ago

Job Quick Facts: Specialty: Medical Director (Geriatric) Job Type: Permanent Facility Location: Mobile, AL Service Setting: Inpatient/Outpatient Reason For Coverage: Vacancy Coverage Type:...

Field Medical Director, Musculoskeletal

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 8 days ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 8 days ago

Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) guidelines. + Aids and acts as a resource to Initial Clinical Reviewers. + Ensures documentation of all communications with medical office staff and/or MD provider...

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Alabama

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Healthcare Area Administrator positions.



Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in Alabama 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 Alabama
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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