Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Chester, PA

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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Memory Care Director - The Residence at Bala Cynwyd

  • Bala Cynwyd, PA (14 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Bala Cynwyd, PA (14 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 14 hours ago

Job Details Job Location : The Residence at Bala Cynwyd - Bala Cynwyd, PA Salary Range : Undisclosed Description SUMMARY: The Reflections Director is responsible for the efficient operations and...

Vice President, Utilization Management Operations

  • Newtown Square, PA (10 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Newtown Square, PA (10 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 15 hours ago

Work Arrangement This position is remote eligible with occasional travel to our Newtown Square, PA corporate office. This position will work East Coast hours. Job Summary The VP, Utilization...

VP, Employer Strategy and Chief Operating Officer, Cigna Healthcare U.S.

  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 22 hours ago

As a member of the Cigna Healthcare (CHC) U.S. Senior Leadership team, this role will report directly to the President of Cigna Healthcare U.S. This leader will be responsible for the US Employer...

East Coast Regional Medical Director - Optum Behavioral Care

  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 23 hours ago

Optum Behavioral Care is seeking an East Coast Regional Medical Director to join our team**. For those who want to invent the future of health care, here's your opportunity. We're going beyond...

Remote Work

Director Patient Financial Services

  • Camden, NJ (14 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Camden, NJ (14 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago

About Us At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical...

US Medical Director - Respiratory

  • Wilmington, DE (11 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (11 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago

At AstraZeneca we turn ideas into life changing medicines. Working here means being entrepreneurial, thinking big and working together to make the impossible a reality. Were focused on the...

Director of Nursing

  • Cherry Hill, NJ (19 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ (19 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Overview We are seeking a compassionate Director of Nursing join our team! Advanced Recovery Systems is a trusted, physician-led behavioral healthcare company dedicated to providing...

Vice President of Ambulatory Care Management

  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Holds staff accountable to achieve established goals, quality measures, efficiency targets, patient satisfaction targets, and patient safety standards....

Senior Medical Director

  • King of Prussia, PA (17 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • King of Prussia, PA (17 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Senior Medical Director – GeoBlue At GeoBlue, we believe international healthcare shouldn’t be complicated or convoluted. That’s why we focus on making it easier—from administration to customer...

Director of Nursing, DON

  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Overview At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care...

Memory Care Director (Senior Living)

  • Phoenixville, PA (21 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Phoenixville, PA (21 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Memory Care Director Spring Mill Senior Living, located in Phoenixville, PA, is hiring a Memory Care Director to lead the clinical team in our Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Our Memory...

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

  • Media, PA (5 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Media, PA (5 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Overview Join our team and grow with us both professionally and personally! Next day pay: Work today, get paid tomorrow with our PayActiv benefit! We strongly believe in providing our team members...

Director OF Patient Financial Services

  • Camden, NJ (14 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Camden, NJ (14 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 3 days ago

One of Insight Global's large healthcare clients in Camden, NJ is looking for a Director of Patient Financial Services to join their team. This individual will report to the AVP of Revenue Cycle...

Medical Director - Post-Acute Care Management - Optum Care Transitions Remote in US

  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (13 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Optum Home & Community Care, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, is creating something new in health care. We are uniting industry-leading solutions to build an integrated care...

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Vice President Clinical Development - Respiratory

  • Exton, PA (19 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Exton, PA (19 miles from Chester, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Operations Represent Clinical Development to the executive team, Board, and external stakeholders....

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Chester, PA

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in Chester, PA 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 Chester, PA
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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