Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Washington

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 Nursing Labor and Delivery Services

  • Edmonds, WA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Edmonds, WA
  • 12 hours ago

Responsibilities Virginia Mason is seeking a certified Medical Assistant. You will assist providers and other members of the health care team in the clinic by performing a variety of back office...

Director of Nursing, RN

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 13 hours ago

Director of Nursing, RN Description Be a leader with a memory care innovator! Be part of a renowned team at Silverado, a Fortune Magazine Best Workplace in Aging Services, where exceptional care...

Medical Director - Physician. Job in Tacoma Gr8Jobs

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 1 day ago

administration preferred Why Mary Bridge Children's?...

Hiring a Clinical Medical Director north of Seattle in Everett, WashingtonThe Site Medical Director has overall responsibility for the clinical patient care. He/she addresses clinical,...

Physician / Medical Director / Washington / Locum tenens / Medical

  • Bellingham, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 1 day ago

Adelphi is seeking a licensed and experienced Medical Director to provide comprehensive correctional healthcare leadership in Whatcom County, Washington State. The ideal candidate will have a...

Physician / Medical Director / Washington / Permanent / Medical

  • Bellingham, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 1 day ago

Adelphi is seeking a licensed and experienced Medical Director to provide comprehensive correctional healthcare leadership in Whatcom County, Washington State. The ideal candidate will have a...

Assistant Director of Nursing - RN - Avamere Transitional Care of Puget Sound - ASSIS026650 Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC d/b/a Avamere Living - Tacoma, WA Posted: 6/28/2025 - Expires: 9/26/2025...

LAKEWOOD Home Care Employment Coordinator Lead $22-$23 hour. Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm Medical/Vison/Dental/Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, 11 Paid Holidays, 401 (k) after 1 year. Apply Attention...

Chief Operating Officer

  • Silverdale, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Silverdale, WA
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities Role: Oncology RN is responsible for providing a wide variety of professional nursing services which focus on the provision of quality patient care consistent with Franciscan...

Associate Medical Director - Orthopedic Surgery

  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 2 days ago

Clinical Operations Associate Medical Director Orthopedic Surgery Virtual: This role enables associates to work virtually full-time, with the exception of required in-person training sessions, providing...

Regional Medical Director Womens Health - West Pierce

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 3 days ago

You Belong Here. At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers,...

Pulmonary + Sleep Medicine- Medical Director of Sleep Lab &

  • Clarkston, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Clarkston, WA
  • 3 days ago

Requirements Pulmonary + Sleep Medicine- Medical Director of Sleep Lab & Respiratory Therapy StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $430000.00 - $525000.00 An award-winning hospital in Washington State is...

Site Medical Director, Meridian

  • Seattle, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 3 days ago

Primary Responsibilities: Leadership Duties Hire, train and orient providers on clinical operations and functions Provide ongoing coaching and support to providers and other clinical staff related to...

Sr Medical Director, Population Health - Remote

  • Seattle, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 3 days ago

conjunction with Clinical Operations leadership assures that all clinical accreditation and performance standards are met, quality issues are addressed, and help support an environment of continuous...

Remote Work

Medical Director

  • Everett, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Everett, WA
  • 3 days ago

**PREFERRED EDUCATION:** Masters in Business Administration, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, etc....

Demographic Data for Washington

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Washington

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Healthcare Area Administrator positions.



Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in Washington offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.9%
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 Washington
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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