Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Kansas

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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Travel Nurse RN - Director of Nursing - $2,145 per week

  • Neodesha, KS
  • 11 hours ago
  • Neodesha, KS
  • 11 hours ago

TotalMed Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN Director of Nursing for a travel nursing job in Neodesha, Kansas. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Director of Nursing Discipline: RN Start...

Behavioral Health Medical Director- Child Psychiatrist

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 23 hours ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 23 hours ago

Behavioral Health Medical Director- Child Psychiatrist Location: Alternate locations may be considered. This position will work a hybrid model (remote and office). The ideal candidate must live...

Director of Nursing DON RN- SIGN ON BONUS

  • Prairie Village, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Prairie Village, KS
  • 1 day ago

Director of Nursing | DON | RN Village at Mission Tutera Senior Living & Health Care Sign on Bonus: $10,000.00 Are you a Director of Nursing | DON seeking an exciting new career opportunity? Look...

Director Of Nursing - Registered Nurse

  • Neodesha, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Neodesha, KS
  • 1 day ago

Trusted is seeking an experienced nurse for this exciting travel nursing assignment. Trusted has streamlined the travel nursing experience by enabling nurses to apply directly to jobs without the...

Health Care Director

  • Topeka, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 1 day ago

Job Details Job Title Health Care Director Posted: 4/16/2025 Job Title Location KS, Topeka - Legend at Capital Ridge 1931 Southwest Arvonia Place Topeka, KS 66615 Location Description Legend...

Director of Laboratory Services

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 1 day ago

Overview Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Providence Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers...

Assistant Director of Nursing

  • Prairie Village, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Prairie Village, KS
  • 1 day ago

Community: Claridge Court Address: 8101 Mission Road Prairie Village, Kansas 66208 Pay Range $86,800.00-$119,400.00+ Annual Live your purpose. Grow your career. Thrive through teamwork. Create...

Director of Nursing (DON)

  • Salina, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Salina, KS
  • 2 days ago

The Director of Nursing (DON) is required to effectively manage, direct and administer the nursing department in accordance with company policies and procedures, standard nursing practices and...

Director Healthcare Services Revenue Accounting

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 2 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 2 days ago

Company Overview More than 35 years ago, SelectQuote was founded on one core promise: to help our customers protect the people they value most. We pioneered the way consumers shopped for term life...

Director Revenue Accounting - Healthcare Services

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 3 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 3 days ago

Company Overview More than 35 years ago, SelectQuote was founded on one core promise: to help our customers protect the people they value most. We pioneered the way consumers shopped for term life...

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

  • Topeka, KS
  • 3 days ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 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,...

Director of Nursing - Registered Nurse (RN) - R29397

  • Newton, KS
  • 5 days ago
  • Newton, KS
  • 5 days ago

Newton Presbyterian Manor Start Your Career Today! Apply Online at www.newtonpresbyterianmanor.org Inquire with our office at ... Salary - Starting at $80,000 Pay based upon experience! Excellent...

Director, Emergency Department

  • Lawrence, KS
  • 5 days ago
  • Lawrence, KS
  • 5 days ago

Director, Emergency Department LMH Health - 3.6 Lawrence, KS Job Details Full-time Estimated: $102K - $135K a year 20 hours ago Benefits Tuition reimbursement Qualifications Nursing Management RN...

Director of Nursing

  • Emporia, KS
  • 7 days ago
  • Emporia, KS
  • 7 days ago

As the Director of Nursing, you play a vital role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality care to residents. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of nursing care within our...

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Kansas

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in Kansas 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 Kansas
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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