Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Olympia, WA

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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Associate Medical Director, PVRM

  • Olympia, WA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 14 hours ago

Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd. is a global pharmaceutical company based in Japan with key operations in the U.S. (Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.), Canada (Sumitomo Pharma Canada, Inc.) and Europe...

Field Medical Director - Vascular Surgery

  • Olympia, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 1 day 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...

Medical Director - Florida

  • Olympia, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 4 days ago

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first** The Medical Director relies on medical background and reviews health claims. The Medical Director work assignments involve...

Medical Director, Clinical Services

  • Olympia, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 4 days ago

Company :** Highmark Inc. **Job Description :** **JOB SUMMARY** This job, as part of a physician team, ensures that utilization management responsibilities are performed in accordance with the...

Director Surgical Services

  • Lakewood, WA (24 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lakewood, WA (24 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 7 days ago

Responsibilities Eligible for Sign On Bonus / Relocation What We Have To Offer The opportunity to work as a member of a cohesive team that treats a variety of patients A community hospital where...

Medical Director - NorthEast Region

  • Olympia, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 8 days ago

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first** The Medical Director relies on medical background and reviews health claims. The Medical Director work assignments involve...

Assistant Director of Nursing

  • Centralia, WA (16 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Centralia, WA (16 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 9 days ago

Now Hiring: Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) South Creek Post Acute | $90,000-$110,000 DOE Are you a strong clinical leader ready to take the next step in your nursing career? South Creek Post...

Field Medical Director, Oncology

  • Olympia, WA
  • 9 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 9 days 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...

Field Medical Director, Physical Medicine and Rehab

  • Olympia, WA
  • 9 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 9 days 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...

Director of Nursing - Acute Mental Health 254

  • Tumwater, WA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Tumwater, WA
  • 60+ days ago

Telecare's Director of Nursing is similar to Registered Nurse (RN) 4 in the community. As part of the Telecare Family, Tumwater Evaluation and Treatment (E&T) is a 16-bed inpatient secure facility...

Director, Health Care Authority

  • Olympia, WA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 90+ days ago

Please Note: To allow for growth and salary progression over time in this role, the full salary range is $145,404 - $261,720 annually. The starting salary offer will be determined based on the...

Demographic Data for Olympia, WA

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Olympia, WA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in Olympia, WA 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 Olympia, WA
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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