Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Louisiana

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 Services (DON)

  • Kaplan, LA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Kaplan, LA
  • 6 hours ago

Salary: Based on experience INDNUR Nexion is a "Great Place to Work" because we provide Free employee and family telehealth immediately upon hire Medical / Dental / Vision Care Early Pay FSA / HSA...

RN Director of Nursing A

  • Branch, LA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Branch, LA
  • 8 hours ago

This position is located in the Nursing Department of Eastern Louisiana Mental Health System (ELMHS), within the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH)/Office of Behavioral Health (OBH). ELMHS has a...

Physician / Medical Director / Louisiana / Permanent / OBGYN

  • Alexandria, LA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 14 hours ago

Wonderful OBGYN Hospitalist Medical Director Opportunity in Alexandria, LAPosition Highlights:Full-time 6-7, 24 hour in-house shifts/monthMedical director stipendEmployee model with full benefits...

Physician / Family Practice / Louisiana / Permanent / Medical Director

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 14 hours ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 14 hours ago

At ChenMed, our physician-led primary care practice model assumes full risk and accountability for patient outcomes. To be as successful as we are requires the heads and hearts of physician...

Field Medical Director-Radiation Oncology

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 2 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...

Medical Director

  • Gretna, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Gretna, LA
  • 2 days ago

400 patients with outstanding clinical, customer service and cost outcomes. Preferred to have been with the organization >2 years, be a recognized leader amongst peers, and can lead teams in...

Associate Medical Director

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 days ago

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

Hospice Executive Director-RN

  • Opelousas, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Opelousas, LA
  • 5 days ago

This includes chart audits, patient satisfaction, financials, contracts, patient/family complaints, etc. and appropriate follow-up....

Medical Director - National Medicare

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 5 days ago

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first** The Medical Director relies on medical background and reviews health claims. The Medical Director work assignments involve...

Vice President, Growth, Product Marketing & Enablement

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 8 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 8 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...

At ChenMed, our physician-led primary care practice model assumes full risk and accountability for patient outcomes. To be as successful as we are requires the heads and hearts of physician...

Director Nursing 3- Med 6

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 12 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 12 days ago

Director Nursing 3- Med 6 Baton Rouge, LA, United States JOB DESCRIPTION Director Nursing 3 Medical 6-Lake Main Campus Baton rouge, La What Makes Us Different? With Our Lady of the Lake, we offer...

Medical Director-Medicaid (ABH-LA)

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 13 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 13 days ago

At CVS Health, were building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nations leading...

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Vice President, Growth - Payer

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 14 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 14 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...

Field Medical Director, Musculoskeletal (Orthopedic Surgeon Required)

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 15 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 15 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...

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Louisiana

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHealthcareAdministration research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in Louisiana offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.9%
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 Louisiana
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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