Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in District of Columbia

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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Preop Discharge Assistant Director of Nursing (RN)

  • Washington, DC
  • 20 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 20 hours ago

General Summary of Position The Assistant Director of Nursing is a member of MedStar Health entity-based Division of Nursing and leadership team. Supports and collaborates with the Director of...

Assistant Director Nursing 4H Burn/Trauma ICU - Relocation Offered!

  • Washington, DC
  • 12 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 12 days ago

General Summary of Position The Assistant Director of Nursing is a member of MedStar Health entity-based Division of Nursing and leadership team. Supports and collaborates with the Director of...

General Summary of Position Provides daily leadership for the team of Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Specialists/Nurse Educators as they function within the roles of educator, change...

Field Medical Director, Physical Medicine

  • Washington, DC
  • 11 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 11 hours 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...

Director, Healthcare Services - M&A

  • Washington, DC
  • 13 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 13 hours 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...

President and Chief Executive Officer, Unity Health Care

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

Coming Soon: Organization: Unity Health Care Position: President and Chief Executive Officer Location: Washington, DC

Assistant Director of Nursing (RN) Professional Development

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

General Summary of Position Provides daily leadership for the team of Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Specialists/Nurse Educators as they function within the roles of educator, change...

Assistant Director Nursing 4H Burn/Trauma ICU

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

General Summary of Position The Assistant Director of Nursing is a member of MedStar Health entity-based Division of Nursing and leadership team. Supports and collaborates with the Director of...

Medical Director - No Call Or Weekends!

  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago

administration, operation and compliance experience.This team allows doctors to be doctors.Benefits: Competitive Base Salary and Bonuses availableFlexible schedulingHighly competitive compensationProfessional...

Field Medical Director, Oncology

  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 5 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...

Sr. Vice President, Customer Success

  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 5 days ago

Administration, Business Administration, Marketing and Communications preferred.Travel: Ability to travel as needed (25-50% of the time), to meet with clients and teams across the country.Who We AreNamed...

Assistant Director of Nursing (RN) Medicine/ Behavioral Health

  • Washington, DC
  • 6 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 6 days ago

General Summary of Position Are you an experienced nurse looking for an opportunity to formally lead? The Assistant Nursing Director role is a great position that allows you to remain close to the...

Clinical Research Senior Medical Director, Inflammation

  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 7 days ago

Additional responsibilities include: Provide medical leadership for clinical trial(s) and develop and implement strategies to drive patient enrollment in partnership with clinical operations and medical...

Assistant Director of Nursing (RN) Medical Cardiac ICU Evening Shift

  • Washington, DC
  • 9 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 9 days ago

General Summary of Position Are you an experienced nurse looking for an opportunity to formally lead? The Assistant Nursing Director role is a great position that allows you to remain close to the...

Senior Manager, Department of Graduate Medical Education

  • Washington, DC
  • 9 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 9 days ago

Overview The Senior Program Manager, Dept of Graduate Medical Education / CREOG is responsible for the planning, management, implementation, and oversight of assigned scopes of work within ACOG...

Demographic Data for District of Columbia

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in District of Columbia

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia
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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