Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Chicago, IL

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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RN Assistant Director of Nursing

  • Chicago, IL
  • 23 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 23 days ago

Details Department: Nursing Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift, weekends as needed, on call Facility: Resurrection Life Center Location: Chicago, IL Salary: $72,758.40 to $120,057.60 per yer Benefits...

Associate Medical Director

  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 hours ago

The Clinical Operations Associate Medical Director r esponsible for supporting the medical management staff ensuring timely and consistent medical decisions to members and providers....

Director of Nursing Training Program

  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 hours ago

ABOUT THE ROLE At Belmont Village Senior Living, we offer a truly unique experience, blending innovative, research-based programming with best-in-class care and a resident-centered approach. Our...

Vice President of Health Analytics and Solution Development

  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 hours ago

Aon is looking for a Vice President of Health Analytics and Solution Development to join the Commercial Analytics team (Chicago, New York, Atlanta or proximity to an Aon location is required,...

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Sr Director of Healthcare Solution Sales

  • Chicago, IL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 17 hours ago

at GE HealthCare in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Job Description Summary The GHEC Ultrasound segment, a fast-growing business in GE HealthCare, is the global leader in...

Director, Medical Science Liaison - Clinical Science

  • Chicago, IL
  • 17 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 17 hours ago

Passionate about precision medicine and advancing the healthcare industry? Recent advancements in underlying technology have finally made it possible for AI to impact clinical care in a meaningful...

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Memory Care Director

  • Woodridge, IL (22 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Woodridge, IL (22 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 20 hours ago

Cedarhurst of St. Charles, a regional healthcare provider and true friend of older adults, seeks a service-minded, career-oriented individual to join our team as a Memory Care Director at our...

Id : 210603879, Title : J.P. Morgan Wealth Management - Vice President Supervisory Manager - Chicago, IL, Category : Business Management, RequisitionType : Professional, JobGrade : null,...

Key Account Director, Healthcare

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

at Interface Americas, Inc. in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Interface is a global flooring solutions company and sustainability leader, offering an integrated portfolio of...

Risk Management - Diversified Credit Risk- Vice President

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Id : 210604300, Title : Risk Management - Diversified Credit Risk- Vice President, Category : Credit Risk, RequisitionType : Professional, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...941,...

Business Analytics Engineer Vice President

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Id : 210603628, Title : Business Analytics Engineer Vice President, Category : Analytics Solutions & Delivery, RequisitionType : Professional, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...243,...

Medical Director of Oncology Assay Development

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Passionate about precision medicine and advancing the healthcare industry? With the advent of genomic sequencing, we can finally decode and process our genetic makeup. We now have more data than...

UnitedHealth Group Medical Director - Post-Acute Care Management Physiatrist preferred - Remote anywhere in US in Chicago , Illinois Optum Home & Community Care, part of the UnitedHealth Group...

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Center Medical Director

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

Company: Oak Street Health Title: Center Medical Director Salary: $250,000 - $260,000 Location: Varies Role Description: The purpose of the Center Medical Director role at Oak Street Health is to...

Regional Vice President

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

at Salesforce in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description To get the best candidate experience, please consider applying for a maximum of 3 roles within 12 months to ensure you are not...

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in Chicago, IL 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 Chicago, IL
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%