Healthcare Manager Jobs in California

A Healthcare Manager plays a crucial role in the administration of a healthcare facility by overseeing the day-to-day operations and ensuring that everything runs smoothly. They are responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating medical and health services, while complying with changes in healthcare laws and regulations. Their duties may include the management of entire facilities, specific departments, or a group of doctors. They may also be tasked with improving the efficiency and delivery of healthcare services, ensuring patient satisfaction, hiring and training new staff, coordinating with doctors, and planning budgets.

A Healthcare Manager should have strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills, and they should be well-versed in healthcare laws and regulations. A degree in Health Administration or related field is required, and additional certifications like Certified Healthcare Executive (CHE) or Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE) are often considered beneficial. Before becoming a Healthcare Manager, a person may hold roles such as a Clinical Manager, Health Service Manager, or Nursing Home Administrator. These roles provide the foundation necessary to understand the complexities of the healthcare system and prepare an individual for the responsibilities of a Healthcare Manager.

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Practice Manager Fullerton, CA Description SUMMARY: A Practice manager is responsible for the daily operations of a medical office or clinic, from managing staff to handling patient interactions....

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Program Case Manager

  • Ramona, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Ramona, CA
  • 8 days ago

Role Description: The Case Manager holds the primary responsibility of coordinating care plans, conducting assessments, advocating for residents' needs, and collaborating with healthcare professionals...

LA Family Housing

Case Manager PSH (The Valley/SPA 2)

Pay Rate USD $25.65/Hr. Why Join Us You believe that every person deserves a place to call home. You see that homelessness is a systemic issue and want to be a part of the solution. You are ready...

LA Family Housing

Case Manager - Housing Stabilizer

Pay Rate USD $25.65/Hr. Why Join Us You believe that every person deserves a place to call home. You see that homelessness is a systemic issue and want to be a part of the solution. You are ready...

Patient Services Manager 2

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 45+ days ago

What You'll Do: Implement performance improvement and quality assurance programs targeted to improve nutrition services and patient satisfaction....

Behavioral Health Care Manager

  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Behavioral Health Care Manager / 334874 Assignment: 6 Months Location : CUCAMONGA CA / Work Model: Hybrid Under the direction of the Behavioral Health Supervisor, Behavioral Health Care Manager, Unlicensed...

Health Plan Chief Medical Officer CMO

  • Emeryville, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • Emeryville, CA
  • 14 days ago

A fantastic career opportunity for Health Plan Chief Medical Officer CMO is now available with reputable healthcare organization in beautiful and coastal Northern California. If you enjoy sunny...

Clinical Manager Behavioral Health

  • Hayward, CA
  • 26 days ago
  • Hayward, CA
  • 26 days ago

This SF Bay Area Medical Center is seeking a Clinical Manager to lead it's outpatient Behavioral Health Program....

Acute Care Chief Medical Officer

  • Redding, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Redding, CA
  • 45+ days ago

A great opportunity has just opened up with a well-respected, rural healthcare organization in Northern California! This community-centered hospital has provided care for Shasta County and the...

Risk-Bearing Operations Chief Medical Officer

  • San Jose, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 9 days ago

A forward-thinking healthcare organization in San Francisco is seeking a Risk-Bearing Operations CMO to lead clinical strategy for a high-performing health plan. If you're a CA licensed physician...

Clinic Manager Nurse

  • North Palm Springs, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • North Palm Springs, CA
  • 45+ days ago

The Clinic Manager Nurse will join a fantastic Health System that offers career growth and advancement....

Hospital Manager of Case Management

  • Torrance, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Torrance, CA
  • 6 days ago

Join this dynamic team in Southern California as the Hospital Manager of Case Management....

Inpatient Psychiatric Chief Nursing Officer

  • San Mateo, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA
  • 6 days ago

This highly respected behavioral health facility in the Bay Area is seeking an Inpatient Psychiatric Chief Nursing Officer for a transformative leadership opportunity. If you're a visionary Pysch...

Hospital Manager of Social Work MSW

  • Dos Palos, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Dos Palos, CA
  • 11 days ago

This prestigious Medical Center in serene and warm Central California is actively seeking for a Manager of Social Work and Case Management....

ID: 54515726 Shift: Day 5x8-Hour (08:00 - 16:30) Description: Weekend Requriements - Varies Modified Time:5/19/2025 12:00:00 AM Account Manager: Jordan Hinojos Account Manager Email: ......

Demographic Data for California

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Salary for Healthcare Manager Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHealthcareAdministration research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Healthcare Manager positions.



Highest Education Level

Healthcare Managers in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
36.0%
Master's Degree
32.9%
Associate's Degree
10.9%
High School or GED
7.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.7%
Doctorate Degree
5.1%
Some College
1.0%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Healthcare Managers in California
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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