Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Colorado

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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Vice President Pharmacy Services

  • Aurora, CO
  • 7 days ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 7 days ago

Develop and empower management teams to lead daily operations, resolve issues, manage employee performance, manage physician relations, ensure high quality patient care and service excellence, and maximize...

Nurse Director Perioperative Services

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 23 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 23 days ago

A well known hospital is seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to join our team as the Nurse Director of Perioperative Services. This is an exciting opportunity to oversee all aspects of...

Executive Market Medical Director Greater Denver

  • Centennial, CO
  • 13 hours ago
  • Centennial, CO
  • 13 hours ago

This position will work closely with corporate leadership teams, entity leadership teams, and medical staff in the development planning, network development, practice acquisition and physician recruitment...

Physician-ICU Medical Director

  • Aurora, CO
  • 18 hours ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 18 hours ago

Physician-ICU Medical Director Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administrion Veterans Health Administrion Summary Serve as a Intensive care unit (ICU) Supervisor, triaging, evaluing...

Director Laboratory Services, Reference Laboratory

  • Englewood, CO
  • 22 hours ago
  • Englewood, CO
  • 22 hours ago

Overview Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the...

Director of Nursing (RN)

  • Pueblo, CO
  • 2 days ago
  • Pueblo, CO
  • 2 days ago

Overview NaphCare is hiring an experienced Director of Nursing (RN) just like you to join our team at Washoe County Jail located in Reno, NV. NaphCare is a family owned, healthcare technology...

administration, or related area + Experience working in a highly professional C-Suite setting + Experience working and making independent decisions + Experience working in a matrixed healthcare setting...

Vice President, Real-world Data & Evidence Solutions and Sales

  • Denver, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 3 days ago

Summary** The Vice President of Real-world Data & Evidence has direct responsibility and accountability for all Cardinal Health and Specialty Networks' real-world data and evidence, technology,...

Vice President Of Critical Care Patient Care Services

  • Aurora, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Aurora, CO
  • 3 days ago

operations and staffrequired....

Assistant Vice President

  • Denver, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 3 days ago

**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES** + Manages overall clinical operations for more than 3 assigned teams/offices; develops and implements clinical objectives and initiatives. + Ensures quality...

CCO in Training - Director of Clinical Services

  • Cortez, CO
  • 3 days ago
  • Cortez, CO
  • 3 days ago

This paid, 3-4 month program provides real, on-the-job experience, mentorship, and the opportunity to lead your own clinical operation in the future....

Director Medical Staff Services

  • Aspen, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Aspen, CO
  • 5 days ago

Independent Health system in greater Aspen Colorado. Seeks Director, Medical Staff Services. This position reports to the Chief of Staff and leads a team of certified credentialing professionals...

Vice President of Asset Management

  • Denver, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Denver, CO
  • 5 days ago

Vice President of Asset Management Anchor Health Properties, a national full-service real estate development, management, and investment company, is seeking a Vice President of Asset Management to...

Assistant Clinic Medical Director

  • Thornton, CO
  • 5 days ago
  • Thornton, CO
  • 5 days ago

About Us: Clinica Family Health & Wellness is a community health center, a medical safety net for those who otherwise might fall through the cracks of the American health care system. For more...

Currently Hiring Leadership Position for OB/GYN Hospitalist Site Medical Director at Our Physician-Led Program in Denver, CO! Envision Physician Services is seeking a full-time OB/GYN Hospitalist...

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Colorado

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in Colorado 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 Colorado
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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