Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Iowa

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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Resident Service Director -Featherstone Iowa City

  • Iowa City, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • Iowa City, IA
  • 6 days ago

Position Requirements Education : Registered Nurse Required Licenses/Certifications: Active Nurse license & current CPR certification Experience : 3+ years of nursing management experience preferred...

Director of Nursing - RN - Long Term Care

  • George, IA
  • 45+ days ago
  • George, IA
  • 45+ days ago

Careers With Purpose Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian...

Travel Nurse RN - Director of Nursing - $1,966 per week. Job in Stacyville Gr8Jobs

  • Stacyville, IA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Stacyville, IA
  • 13 hours ago

Skyline Med Staff Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN Director of Nursing for a travel nursing job in Stacyville, Iowa. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Director of Nursing Discipline:...

Medical Director

  • Red Oak, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Red Oak, IA
  • 1 day ago

Position Type: Part-time, exempt Compensation: Up to $400,000 annually + monthly Medical Director Stipend and this position is eligible for a SIGN-ON BONUS to welcome you to the team! Job...

Field Medical Director , Radiology (Neurology)

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

Evolent Field Medical Director, Radiology (Neurology) in Des Moines , Iowa Your Future Evolves Here Evolent partners with health plans and providers to achieve better outcomes for people with most...

Field Medical Director , Radiology (Gastroenterology

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

Evolent Field Medical Director, Radiology (Gastroenterology)) in Des Moines , Iowa Your Future Evolves Here Evolent partners with health plans and providers to achieve better outcomes for people...

Associate Director, Medical Affairs Strategy (Hemotology/Oncology)

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

Sumitomo Pharma Associate Director, Medical Affairs Strategy (Hemotology/Oncology) in Des Moines , Iowa Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd. is a global pharmaceutical company based in Japan with key...

Medical Director Physician

  • Iowa City, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Iowa City, IA
  • 1 day ago

Emergency Medicine Medical Director opportunity upstate near Ottumwa, Iowa. Job ID Job Details: BC/BE Emergency Medicine or FM/IM with EM experience Annual volume of 20,000 per year and 9%...

Medical Office Administrator

  • Bettendorf, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Bettendorf, IA
  • 2 days ago

Why Us: With a mantra of Empowering Human Potential, Hanger, Inc. is the world's premier provider of orthotic and prosthetic (O&P) services and products, offering the most advanced O&P solutions,...

Travel Nurse RN - Director of Nursing - $2,034 per week

  • Iowa City, IA
  • 3 days ago
  • Iowa City, IA
  • 3 days ago

Nationwide Therapy Group is seeking a travel nurse RN Director of Nursing for a travel nursing job in Iowa City, Iowa. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Director of Nursing Discipline: RN...

Director of Nursing

  • Ankeny, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Ankeny, IA
  • 4 days ago

The HWD is the clinical leader who supports the clinical operations within the branch....

Director Surgical Services

  • Sioux City, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • Sioux City, IA
  • 5 days ago

UPH Additional Information UnityPoint-St Luke's Hospital Full-Time Days Monday-Friday Why UnityPoint Health? Culture At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a...

Part-time TeleHospitalist - Physician Medical Director - Iowa and Illinois

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA
  • 6 days ago

Overview UnityPoint Clinic is actively recruiting for a Telehospitalist Physician Medial Director to join our system-wide team in IA and IL Choose a career that matters at UnityPoint Health. At...

Assistant Director of Nursing RN

  • Altoona, IA
  • 7 days ago
  • Altoona, IA
  • 7 days ago

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF NURSING RN- Required Altoona Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is looking for a compassionate, energetic, and talented Registered Nurse to join our team as Assistant Director...

Travel Director of Nursing (DON)

  • Oskaloosa, IA
  • 7 days ago
  • Oskaloosa, IA
  • 7 days ago

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) leader with a passion for providing exceptional care? If you're looking for an opportunity to truly make a difference while traveling...

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Iowa

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in Iowa 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 Iowa
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%