Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Texas

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

The Director of Nursing (VNPN) leads and manages the Vocational Nursing/Practical Nursing programs to maintain high educational standards, compliance with accreditation and regulatory...

Associate Medical Director

  • Houston, TX
  • 22 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 22 days ago

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

Associate Chief Medical Officer

  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago

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

RN Assistant Director of Nursing

  • Big Spring, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Big Spring, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Lamun-Lusk-Sanchez Texas State Veterans Home Big Spring, TX ... RN Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) Are you a compassionate and driven Registered Nurse (RN) with a passion for making a...

Director of Nursing- Skilled Nursing Community

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 9 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 9 days ago

Director of Nursing (DON) Location: Stone Oak Care Center, 505 Madison Oak Dr., San Antonio, TX 78258 Make Lives Better. Be a Part of Something Meaningful: The Touchstone Experience. Are you a...

Nurse Director Emergency Department

  • Garland, TX
  • 13 hours ago
  • Garland, TX
  • 13 hours ago

An outstanding healthcare facility in North Texas is seeking a Nurse Director Emergency Department. This nursing leadership role offers an exciting opportunity to drive high-quality patient care...

Hospital Administrative Director Pharmacy

  • Nacogdoches, TX
  • 8 days ago
  • Nacogdoches, TX
  • 8 days ago

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Hospital Administrative Director Pharmacy to join our team in East Texas. This facility is a 160-bed acute care hospital serving the local community...

Administrative Nurse Director of Emergency Department ED

  • Plano, TX
  • 8 days ago
  • Plano, TX
  • 8 days ago

A Dallas Metro Market hospital seeks a dynamic RN Director of Emergency Services to lead their busy ED and Trauma Services. This exceptional 500-beds, is dedicated to providing outstanding patient...

Nurse Director Critical Care

  • Bonham, TX
  • 8 days ago
  • Bonham, TX
  • 8 days ago

A leading acute care hospital located in northeastern Texas is now seeking an experienced Nurse Director Critical Care to join their award-winning healthcare team! This leading healthcare...

Administrative Director of Nursing Operations

  • Irving, TX
  • moments ago
  • Irving, TX
  • moments ago

Description Introduction We are seeking an Administrative Director of Nursing Operations with Medical City Las Colinas to promote growth and unlock possibilities. At HCA Healthcare, we are...

Field Medical Director, Physical Medicine

  • Austin, TX
  • 11 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 11 hours 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...

Director, Healthcare Services - M&A

  • Houston, TX
  • 14 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 14 hours ago

Description About Alvarez & Marsal Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a...

Administrative Coordinator, Graduate Medical Education

  • Dallas, TX
  • 15 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 15 hours ago

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and...

Director of Nursing

  • Victoria, TX
  • 19 hours ago
  • Victoria, TX
  • 19 hours ago

Your Role Oversee daily clinical operations for a small but rapidly expanding hospice office. Begin hands-on in the field, delivering care until staffing levels grow in line with patient census....

Site Medical Director II

  • Waxahachie, TX
  • 19 hours ago
  • Waxahachie, TX
  • 19 hours ago

ID 2025-21025 Job Locations US-TX-Waxahachie Category Clinical & Operations Leadership Position Type Regular Part-time Shift / Schedule Weekday Day Location ID 90135...

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Texas

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in Texas 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 Texas
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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