Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Colorado

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 of Nursing

  • Grand Junction, CO
  • 15 days ago
  • Grand Junction, CO
  • 15 days ago

Director of Nursing (RN) - Large Senior Living Community We are seeking an outstanding Registered Nurse to join our team at a large senior living community in Mantey Heights. Come join a team of...

Market Director Medical Staff Services

  • Lakewood, CO
  • 2 hours ago
  • Lakewood, CO
  • 2 hours ago

Welcome to CommonSpirit Health Mountain Region CommonSpirit Health Mountain Region is committed to building healthier communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating...

Director of Nursing

  • Grand Junction, CO
  • 5 hours ago
  • Grand Junction, CO
  • 5 hours ago

Eagle Ridge Post Acute is hiring a DON! $10,000 sign on bonus paid out over 18 months up to $5,000 relocation Bonus At Eagle Ridge, our commitment to excellence drives us. We strive for the...

Vice President of Clinic Operations - Full Time

  • Montrose, CO
  • 5 hours ago
  • Montrose, CO
  • 5 hours ago

About Montrose Regional Health: As the leading healthcare in the Uncompahgre Valley, MRH offers patients personalized and professional healthcare backed by the latest technology experience, and...

Vice President of Hospital Operations

  • Fruita, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Fruita, CO
  • 1 day ago

Set the vision for hospital services as focused on overall quality of care, patient safety, patient and family experience, standards of care, leadership development, succession planning, and...

Medical Director Internal Medicine Clinic

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago

This leadership role offers the opportunity to directly influence clinical operations, quality improvement, and patient care at one of Denver's most respected safety-net health systems....

Director of Clinical Services

  • Montrose, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Montrose, CO
  • 1 day ago

Come join our awesome team as the Director of Clinical Services with Senior CommUnity Care of Colorado PACE. This position will be responsible for the clinical oversight at BOTH Montrose and...

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

  • Montrose, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Montrose, CO
  • 1 day ago

Come join our awesome team as the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) with Valley Manor Care Center. Earn $90,000 - $95,000 annually based on experience. Valley Manor Care Center is part of...

Medical Director

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago

Care Synergy Medical Group has an immediate opening for a full-time Medical Director. LOCATION : The Denver Hospice, Denver, CO STATUS : Full-time, 40 hours SCHEDULE : Monday-Friday, 8-5 PAY...

Admissions Director

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago

Brookshire Post Acute is Hiring an Admissions Director! If you want to be part of an amazing culture while making a genuine difference, then look no further than Brookshire Post Acute, in...

Associate Vice President of Program & Project Management

  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 1 day ago

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first The AVP of Program & Project Management will design and lead an evolved program and project management (PM) function for Humana....

This leadership role offers the opportunity to directly influence clinical operations, quality improvement, and patient care at one of Denver's most respected safety-net health systems....

Medical Director

  • Denver, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 2 days ago

Company :** Highmark Inc. **Job Description :** **JOB SUMMARY** This job, as part of a physician team, ensures that utilization management responsibilities are performed in accordance with the...

Chief Operating Officer, Medical Group

  • Arvada, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Arvada, CO
  • 2 days ago

A master's degree in business administration or healthcare administration is preferred. Minimum Experience: At least 5 years of senior-level operations experience in a large medical group....

Memory Care Director

  • Denver, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 2 days ago

THE COMPANY Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, proudly oversees a network of senior living communities spanning 11 states nationwide. As a trusted leader in senior housing, we are...

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Colorado

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in Colorado offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.9%
Master's Degree
34.3%
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 Colorado
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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