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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Director of Nursing - Primary and Urgent Care

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

The Director of Nursing for Primary and Urgent Care directs and is accountable for nursing practice, education and nursing services for Primary/Urgent Care. The director provides leadership for...

Administrative Director Nursing - Nursing Administration

  • Alamogordo, NM
  • 15 hours ago
  • Alamogordo, NM
  • 15 hours ago

Summary: Mission: To be the organization where patients choose to come, physicians choose to practice and people want to work. Vision: To be South Central New Mexicos leading provider of...

Medical Director - Otolaryngology - Remote

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 21 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 21 hours ago

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by...

Remote Work

Field Medical Director, UM Physical Medicine

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 21 hours ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 21 hours 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...

Senior Manger/Associate Scientific Director, Medical Strategy (Remote)

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 3 days ago

operations/product development operations....

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Medical Director - NM

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 4 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 4 days ago

Position Summary A respected, mission-driven nonprofit healthcare provider is seeking a Medical Director to lead clinical operations at a community-based primary care clinic serving adult patients in...

Assistant Director of Nursing, RN

  • Gallup, NM
  • 4 days ago
  • Gallup, NM
  • 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....

FUS Strategy Scientific Director Medical Affairs (SDMA) - Immunology** The US-Scientific Director, Medical Affairs (SDMA) drives US/Global Strategic alignment and optimizes Field readiness across...

Medical Director - (Ortho/Total Joint)

  • NM
  • 12 days ago
  • NM
  • 12 days ago

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

Field Medical Director, Physical Medicine

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 13 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 13 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

  • Clovis, NM
  • 14 days ago
  • Clovis, NM
  • 14 days ago

Our Company Gentiva Hospice is a member of the Gentiva family - an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and personal home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us,...

Director of Nursing

  • Acoma, NM
  • 18 days ago
  • Acoma, NM
  • 18 days ago

Locations: Acoma Pueblo, NM Type:Tribal Salary Range:Salary Negotiable Open Period:4/25/2025 until filled Summary:This position is in an ambulatory care setting and is responsible for the overall...

Center Medical Director

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 18 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 18 days ago

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

Field Medical Director, Oncology

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 18 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 18 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

  • Hagerman, NM
  • 22 days ago
  • Hagerman, NM
  • 22 days ago

To Apply for this Job Click Here POSITION: Medical Director SCHEDULE: Part Time 10 Hours Per Week FACILITY: Roswell Correctional Center LOCATION: Roswell, NM A Job Should be MORE than just a...

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in New Mexico

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Licensing / Certification

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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
34.2%
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 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%


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