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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Cancer Center Medical Director

  • Longview, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Longview, WA
  • 5 days ago

A great opportunity just became available for an Cancer Center Medical Director in beautiful Northwestern Oregon. Recognized for quality patient care, this community hospital has state-of-the-art...

Acute Care Medical Director

  • Sequim, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Sequim, WA
  • 5 days ago

An exciting and challenging position has recently become available for an Acute Care Medical Director at this esteemed Hospital in Washington State. If living and working in a beautiful area, with...

Nurse Director Critical Care

  • Olympia, WA
  • 7 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 7 days ago

A community hospital in Washington is actively seeking a Nurse Director Critical Care to join their team. This organization is dedicated to delivering exceptional inpatient and outpatient services...

Medical Director, Behavioral Health Services - Washington

  • Trout Lake, WA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Trout Lake, WA
  • 1 hour ago

You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members as a clinical professional on our Medical Management/Health Services team. Centene is a diversified, national organization...

Client Partner Senior Director (Healthcare)

  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 4 hours ago

To get the best candidate experience, please consider applying for a maximum of 3 roles within 12 months to ensure you are not duplicating efforts. Job Category Customer Success Job Details About...

Medical Director Physician

  • Everett, WA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Everett, WA
  • 14 hours ago

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

Director of Nursing (Mental Health)

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

Summary The Director of Nursing (DON) provides senior leadership and oversight for daily clinical and administrative operations within nursing as directed by the Associate Director for Patient...

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) (Registered Nurse/RN)

  • Port Townsend, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Port Townsend, WA
  • 1 day ago

Life Care Center of Port Townsend is situated in a Victorianseaport known for its historic charm and artistic community. Residents enjoywell-preserved 19th-century architecture, vibrant arts...

Physician Medical Director in Pullman, WA

  • Pullman, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pullman, WA
  • 1 day ago

About the Role Provide primary care services within a post-acute care setting Flexible rounding scheduling 1 day/week Serve as a dedicated medical director, overseeing clinical operations and ensuring...

Director of Surgical Services

  • Chelan, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Chelan, WA
  • 1 day ago

KPG Healthcare is currently seeking Director of Surgical Servicess to fill opportunities throughout our network of hospitals. About Us At KPG Healthcare, our goal is to make the highest quality...

Director, Patient Financial Services

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

UW Medicines Patient Financial Services - Enterprise Revenue Cycle has an outstanding opportunity for a Director WORK SCHEDULE 100%FTE Day Shift POSITION HIGHLIGHTS Directly reports to the Senior...

District Director of Clinical Services

  • Everett, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Everett, WA
  • 1 day ago

Overview District Clinical Leadership role opportunity! Join this fabulous district team in the Seattle area and support our clinical leaders at communities in Everett, West Seattle, Stanwood and...

Director of Nursing-Day

  • Moses Lake, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Moses Lake, WA
  • 1 day ago

Director of Nursing-Day Job details Salary $2316.60 Weekly Gross Pay type Location Moses Lake, Washington Employment type Contract Estimated Start Date 03-24-2025 Estimated End Date 06-14-2025...

Director of Nursing

  • Wenatchee, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Wenatchee, WA
  • 2 days ago

RN Director of Nursing in Wenatchee, WA Job Description Now Hiring: RN Director of Nursing - Wenatchee, WA Weekly Pay Range: $ 2894.40 - $ 3216.00 wk Shift: Days Duration: 72 wks Are you a...

Director of Nursing

  • Mercer Island, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Mercer Island, WA
  • 2 days ago

We Are Inspired to Serve. Join us! Making a difference in the lives of others thats what working at Covenant Living Communities is all about. Our healthcare professionals have the opportunity each...

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Washington

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in Washington offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
36.0%
Master's Degree
34.1%
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%