Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in New Mexico

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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Medical Staff Support Specialist

  • Espanola, NM
  • 22 days ago
  • Espanola, NM
  • 22 days ago

Overview Presbyterian is seeking a dedicated Medical Staff Support Specialist to join our team in Espanola, New Mexico. In this position, you will support the credentialing and privileging program...

President - Health Plan

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 60+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 60+ days ago

Overview About Presbyterian Healthcare Services Presbyterian Healthcare Services exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned,...

Medical Director of Complex and Reconstructive Spine Surgery

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 90+ days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 90+ days ago

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Travel Nurse RN - Assistant Director of Nursing - $1,319 per week

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 7 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 7 hours ago

GrapeTree Medical Staffing LTC is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Care for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Long Term Care Discipline:...

Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care Assistant Director of Nursing - $2,280 per week

  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 17 hours ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 17 hours ago

Leaderstat - Post Acute is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Care Assistant Director of Nursing for a travel nursing job in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Job Description & Requirements Specialty:...

RN - Director of Nursing

  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Las Cruces, NM
  • 1 day ago

Benefits We Offer: Comprehensive health, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability plans Competitive pay rates Referral opportunities? Refer a friend & Cash in! Travel reimbursement and...

Primary Care Medical Director, Optum - Albuquerque, NM

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 day ago

Optum NM is seeking a Primary Care Medical Director to join our team in Albuquerque, N M. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live. As a member...

Center Medical Director

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 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...

Director of Nursing

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 days ago

Director of Nursing Adelante Development Center, Inc. - 3.7 Albuquerque, NM Job Details Full-time From $75,000 a year 16 hours ago Qualifications Working with people with developmental...

Leaderstat - Post Acute is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Care Assistant Director of Nursing for a travel nursing job in Rio Rancho, New Mexico. Job Description & Requirements Specialty:...

Vice President Physician Practice Operations - Alamogordo

  • Alamogordo, NM
  • 6 days ago
  • Alamogordo, NM
  • 6 days ago

Summary: Under direction of the assigned regional Chief Operating Officer in CHRISTUS Health this position develops and implements the operational performance improvement plans for the assigned...

Administrative Director Emergency Services

  • Sunland Park, NM
  • 7 days ago
  • Sunland Park, NM
  • 7 days ago

Administration, or Business Administration required 3+ years of experience in emergency services required 5+ years of experience in a leadership role required Currently licensed or eligible as a registered...

Travel Nurse RN - Assistant Director of Nursing - $2,280 per week

  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 7 days ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 7 days ago

$1,920.00 Per Week Position range in Albuquerque MSA $1,411.00 - $1,958.00 Per Week Travel Nurse RN - Assistant Director of Nursing - $1,920 per week Leaderstat - Post Acute Occupation: Registered...

Hospital Medicine Medical Director

  • Clovis, NM
  • 8 days ago
  • Clovis, NM
  • 8 days ago

Transform patient care and community as a Medical Director in Clovis, New Mexico. Our mission in Clovis is to provide better in every sensebetter healthcare, better teamwork, and a lasting impact...

Field Medical Director , Radiology (Gastroenterology

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 8 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 8 days ago

Evolent Field Medical Director, Radiology (Gastroenterology)) in Santa Fe , New Mexico Your Future Evolves Here Evolent partners with health plans and providers to achieve better outcomes for...

Demographic Data for New Mexico

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in New Mexico

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in New Mexico offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
36.0%
Master's Degree
34.1%
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 New Mexico
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%