Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Lafayette, IN

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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Medical Director - Quality & Patient Safety, West Region

  • Lafayette, IN
  • 20 hours ago
  • Lafayette, IN
  • 20 hours ago

Job Description Overview Our leaders shape strategic initiatives, develop passionate teams, and work to improve health outcomes. They advance our mission and exemplify excellence, compassion,...

Inpatient Administrative Director 6113

  • West Lafayette, IN (5 miles from Lafayette, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Lafayette, IN (5 miles from Lafayette, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Our Mission at Meridian Health Services is to close the gap on access to Whole-Person Healthcare by expanding locations and services so that all people in underserved communities can get quality...

Medical Director-Purdue University Student Health Services

  • West Lafayette, IN (5 miles from Lafayette, IN)
  • 19 days ago
  • West Lafayette, IN (5 miles from Lafayette, IN)
  • 19 days ago

Req Id: 36104 Job Title: Medical Director-Purdue University Student Health Services City: West Lafayette Job Description: Job Summary Purdue University is seeking a dedicated Medical Director to...

Director of Nursing LTC

  • Lafayette, IN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lafayette, IN
  • 30+ days ago

***WE NEED YOUR LEADERSHIP AT OUR ORGANIZATION STAT!!!! We have an exceptional opportunity for the right candidate to step into this Director of Nursing(DON) roll for our Long Term Care Facility....

Administrative Director Human Resources

  • Lafayette, IN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lafayette, IN
  • 60+ days ago

Franciscan Health Lafayette East Campus1701 S Creasy Ln Lafayette, Indiana 47905 WHO WE ARE With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the...

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Lafayette, IN

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in Lafayette, IN 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 Lafayette, IN
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%