Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in California

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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GlenBrook Health Center

Director of Nursing

GlenBrook, a stable and secure privately owned Health Center, is hiring a Full-Time, salaried DON! GlenBrook is a certified Great Place to Work and ranked #12 in Aging Services by Forbes Magazine!...

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...

RN - Director - Surgical Services

  • Needles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Needles, CA
  • 1 day ago

Who We Are: People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Valley View Medical Center is a state-of-the-art hospital, licensed...

Clinical Resource Director - Healthcare

  • San Jose, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 6 days ago

Description This position is incentive eligible. Salary Estimate: $120577.60 - $204984.00 / year Learn more about the benefits offered for this job. The estimate displayed represents the typical...

Clinical Value Analysis Director

  • San Jose, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Description This position is incentive eligible. Salary Estimate: $120577.60 - $204984.00 / year Learn more about the benefits offered for this job. The estimate displayed represents the typical...

Medical Staff Services Director

  • Fresno, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 1 day ago

This historic and respected hospital in Californias Central Valley is searching for an experienced Director to lead Medical Staff Services. Join a dedicated team of Physicians, Providers, and...

Director Medical Staff Services

  • Chino, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Chino, CA
  • 3 days ago

This historic and respected hospital in Southern California is searching for an experienced Director to lead Medical Staff Services. Join a dedicated team of Physicians, Providers, and...

Director of Nursing Labor and Delivery

  • Desert Hot Springs, CA
  • 17 days ago
  • Desert Hot Springs, CA
  • 17 days ago

Welcome to Hi-Desert Medical Center, where youll benefit from: A 59-bed acute primary care facility offering you and your family first-rate health care close to home A wide range of quality...

Director of Nursing Long Term Care

  • Joshua Tree, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • Joshua Tree, CA
  • 18 days ago

At Hi-Desert Medical Center (HDMC) we've been caring for our community for over 40 years. Our Continuing Care Center (CCC), located on the campus of HDMC, provides specialized care to residents...

Nurse Director Critical Care ICU

  • Riverside, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 18 days ago

A Southern California Medical Center is actively seeking a Nurse Director Critical Care Services to join their growing healthcare organization. The Critical Care Service Line Nurse Director will...

Director of Nursing Skilled Nursing Inpatient Unit

  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 23 days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA
  • 23 days ago

Director of Nursing Skilled Nursing Unit We are seeking a dynamic Director of Nursing to lead a 23-bed Skilled Nursing Unit within a San Francisco acute care hospital. The Skilled Nursing Unit...

Nurse Director Perioperative Services

  • Oceanside, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oceanside, CA
  • 30+ days ago

A large Southern California Medical Center is seeking a Nurse Director Perioperative Services to join their 200 bed acute care facility. This 200 bed Medical Center is part of a large Medical...

SNF Director of Nursing

  • Bieber, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bieber, CA
  • 30+ days ago

A Northern California Community Medical Center is seeking a Director of Nursing for their Skilled Nursing Facility. The SNF Nurse Director will provide administrative oversight and clinical...

Director of Nursing Med Surg Full Time Days

  • Joshua Tree, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Joshua Tree, CA
  • 6 days ago

Welcome to Hi-Desert Medical Center, where you'll benefit from: A 59-bed acute primary care facility offering you and your family first-rate health care close to home A wide range of quality...

Director of Nursing Women and Children's Services

  • Modesto, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • Modesto, CA
  • 18 days ago

Master's Degree in Business Administration or Master's Degree in Nursing or Healthcare Administration required....

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in California

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in California 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 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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