Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Arizona

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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Nurse Director Critical Care and Cardiovascular Services

  • Catalina, AZ
  • 5 days ago
  • Catalina, AZ
  • 5 days ago

A Southern Arizona Medical Center is actively seeking a Nurse Director Critical Care Service and Cardiovascular Service Lines to join their growing healthcare organization. The Critical Care...

Nurse Director Perioperative Services

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 5 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 5 days ago

A large bed Phoenix Metropolitan Area Medical Center is seeking a Nurse Director Perioperative Services to join their growing healthcare organization. The Director of Surgical Services will report...

Assistant Director Medical Records HIM

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 14 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 14 days ago

A top-ranked hospital in Western Arizona is seeking an Assistant Director Medical Records HIM for an exceptional opportunity to lead a dynamic team in a state-of-the-art healthcare environment....

Senior Medical Director, Radiology Service Line

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 18 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 18 hours ago

Primary City/State: Phoenix, Arizona Department Name: Community Delivery Admin-Corp Work Shift: Day Job Category: Physicians Banner Health believes leadership matters. We value and celebrate...

Director of Nursing

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 21 hours ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 21 hours ago

Overview Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can...

Memory Care Director

  • Prescott, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Prescott, AZ
  • 1 day ago

GRANITE GATE RESORT Memory Care Director in PRESCOTT , Arizona This job was posted by : For more information, please see: The Opportunity The Memory Care Program Director is on the Care Services...

Director of Nursing LPN/RN

  • AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • AZ
  • 1 day ago

Director of Nursing LPN/RN Full-time Dept: Resident Care Pay Type: Salaried Company Description At Spectrum Retirement Communities, we believe in living without limits, in aging fearlessly, and in...

recruitment and retainment Responsibility for certain aspects of physician employment, including development of annual employment plans APP recruitment Transaction assessment and management; coordination...

Medical Director - Orthopaedic Surgery - Remote

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 1 day ago

UnitedHealth Group Medical Director - Orthopaedic Surgery - Remote in Phoenix , Arizona Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live...

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UnitedHealth Group Medical Director - Clin Advocacy and Support - Internal Medicine or OBGYN - Remote in US in Phoenix , Arizona Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by...

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UnitedHealth Group Medical Director - Post-Acute Care Internist or Physiatrist - Remote in US in Phoenix , Arizona For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity....

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Director of Nursing of Senior Living

  • Peoria, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Peoria, AZ
  • 2 days ago

Director of Nursing (RN) of Senior Living Community Location Peoria, AZ Department Nursing Services Shifts Hiring Full-time, Day Shift Pay Grade $110,000+ base salary, with additional bonus...

Medical Director

  • Winslow, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Winslow, AZ
  • 2 days ago

Overview NaphCare is seeking an experienced Medical Director to join our team at the Arizona Department of Corrections located in Winslow, Arizona. NaphCare is a family owned, healthcare...

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) (Registered Nurse/RN)

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 4 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 4 days ago

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) (Registered Nurse/RN) Life Care Center of Paradise Valley AZ - 3.0 Phoenix, AZ Job Details Full-time Estimated: $90K - $107K a year 11 hours ago Benefits Paid...

Director of Clinical Services - LSAA South Mountain

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 5 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 5 days ago

Centria will be opening a state-of-the-art academy! Life Skills Autism Academy - South Mountain (Phoenix) We're looking for the right person to make Director of Clinical Services for this new...

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Arizona

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in Arizona offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
36.0%
Master's Degree
34.1%
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 Arizona
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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