Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Elmhurst, IL

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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Chief Medical Officer

  • Oak Lawn, IL (15 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Oak Lawn, IL (15 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Ensures successful clinical operations and meeting/exceeding plan market earnings....

Director of Nursing

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

Director of Nursing (RN) Pathway Health has partnered with an amazing Senior living community that is looking for a dynamic Director of Nursing leader. Our client is seeking an exceptionally...

Executive Medical Director - Oak Street Health

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 20 hours ago

satisfaction, clinician satisfaction, and medical cost....

Vice President (VP), Healthcare Communications

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 20 hours ago

FleishmanHillard, a leading global communications agency, has an immediate opening for an entrepreneurial, self-starting Vice President to join our growing healthcare team. This is an exciting...

Senior Director, Healthcare Service Portfolio Planning & Pricing

  • Deerfield, IL (20 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Deerfield, IL (20 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

Administration, or related field....

Assistant Director Operating Room - Perioperative Services

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Preferred Qualifications Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), or Master Healthcare Administration (MHA) or Master Business Administration (MBA) preferred. Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR)....

Vice President, Field HR

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 1 day ago

_Help at Home is the leading national provider of in-home personal care services, where our mission is to enable individuals to live with independence and dignity at home. Our team supports 66,000...

Corporate Vice President, Strategic Marketing Consultant

  • Addison, IL (4 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Addison, IL (4 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week Our New York Life culture has laid the foundation for over 175 years of commitment to our employees, agents, policy owners, and the communities where...

Assistant Director of Nursing

  • Woodridge, IL (11 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodridge, IL (11 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 1 day ago

As an Assistant Director of Nursing, you will be responsible for assisting the Director of Nursing in leading and overseeing all aspects of clinical operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality...

Director of Medical Groups Operations

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Masters Degree in Healthcare Administration and/or another healthcare related concentration preferred. 2....

Regional Vice President (RVP) Provider Solutions, Behavioral Health (East Region)

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 days ago

A proud member of the Elevance Health family of companies, Carelon Behavioral Health, formerly Beacon Health Options, offers superior clinical mental health and substance use disorder management,...

Vice President, Perioperative & Anesthesia Service

  • Arlington Heights, IL (15 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL (15 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 2 days ago

What you will need: Education: Master's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Nursing or other healthcare related degree Experience: Ten (10) years of relevant healthcare operations...

Medical Director, Central Clinical Services

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 3 days ago

What We Strive For At Strive Health, we're driven by a purpose: transforming the broken kidney care system. Through early identification, engagement, and comprehensive coordinated care, we...

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Regional Sales Vice President, West Region - Healthcare

  • Lake Forest, IL (24 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (24 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Work Location Type: Hybrid About Grainger: W.W. Grainger, Inc., is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom. At Grainger, We Keep...

Medical Director, Diagnostic Cardiology

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Elmhurst, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description Summary Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer, Patient Care Solutions (PCS), this leader is responsible for defining and overseeing the execution of the Medical Affairs strategies...

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Elmhurst, IL

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in Elmhurst, IL 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 Elmhurst, IL
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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