Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Maryland

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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General Summary of Position Unit Highlights 48 Bed Unit Mix of High Acuity Intermediate Care and Medical-Surgical patients Chronic vents, insulin drips Excellent leadership and tenured core group...

General Summary of Position Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Nightshift Assistant Nurse Manager for our Labor & Delivery unit. This full-time position requires 40 hours per week with two-8...

Assistant Director of Nursing MedSurg - Relocation Offered!

  • Clinton, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Clinton, MD
  • 4 days ago

General Summary of Position Please Note: This is a rotating shift (Days/ Evenings/ Nights) The Assistant Director of Nursing is a member of MedStar Health entity-based Division of Nursing and...

Assistant Director of Nursing Float Pool - Relocation Offered!

  • Clinton, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Clinton, MD
  • 4 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...

Director of Nursing Emergency Department - Relocation Offered!

  • Clinton, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Clinton, MD
  • 4 days ago

General Summary of Position The Director of Nursing is a member of MedStar Health entity-based Division of Nursing's (DON) leadership/management team and is responsible for one or more defined...

General Summary of Position Please Note: This is a rotating day and evening shift. The Assistant Director of Nursing is a member of MedStar Health entity-based Division of Nursing and leadership...

Assistant Director of Nursing, RN

  • Brooklyn Park, MD
  • 4 days ago
  • Brooklyn Park, MD
  • 4 days ago

*Responsible for the quality of the clinical operations of the nursing units to include compliance with Genesis policies and procedures, practice standards and regulations....

Vice President of Patient Care & Chief Nursing (RN) Officer

  • Leonardtown, MD
  • 4 hours ago
  • Leonardtown, MD
  • 4 hours ago

This includes proactively identifying progressive approaches to deliver patient care and enhance overall patient satisfaction, and the culture of nursing and clinical services....

Nightshift Assistant Director of Nursing IMC / Medical - Surgical Unit

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 4 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 4 hours ago

General Summary of Position Unit Highlights 48 Bed Unit Mix of High Acuity Intermediate Care and Medical-Surgical patients Chronic vents, insulin drips Excellent leadership and tenured core group...

Medical Director

  • Annapolis, MD
  • 18 hours ago
  • Annapolis, MD
  • 18 hours ago

LH Medical Group Medical Director - Hospitalist Services : JTM-42328 Category: LH Medical Group Location: Annapolis, MD Posted date: Jun. 25, 2025 Luminis Health Title: Medical Director- Acute...

Director Nursing - Massachusetts Avenue Surgery

  • Westlake, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Westlake, MD
  • 1 day ago

Overview At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people - the patients we serve, the physicians we support and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure...

Director Of Nursing

  • Annapolis, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Annapolis, MD
  • 1 day ago

Director of Nursing Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Director of Nursing who will direct overall operational functions for assigned areas. This role involves setting priorities for data...

Vice President, Healthcare Payer Solutions Sales (New Logo Hunting)

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 1 day ago

Company Overview and Culture EXL (NASDAQ: EXLS) is a leading data analytics and digital operations and solutions company. We partner with clients using a data and AI-led approach to reinvent...

Remote Work

Nightshift Assistant Director of Nursing Women and Infants Services

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 2 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 2 days ago

General Summary of Position Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Nightshift Assistant Nurse Manager for our Labor & Delivery unit. This full-time position requires 40 hours per week with two-8...

Vice President of Sales Sunburst

  • Columbia, MD
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, MD
  • 2 days ago

The Vice President of Sales Sunburst provides executive level sales, leadership and strategic planning in the area of business development and marketing within the organization. Areas of focus...

Demographic Data for Maryland

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Maryland

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in Maryland 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 Maryland
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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