Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Kentucky

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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Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON, RN)

  • Lexington, KY
  • 10 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 10 days ago

JOIN TEAM TRILOGY: Weekly pay, health and dental after your first month, student loan repayment, a competitive 401(k) match, and more! Make a living while you make a difference at Trilogy Health...

Director, Patient Care Services

  • Horse Cave, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Horse Cave, KY
  • 2 days ago

Position Summary Responsible for the strategic management of assigned Nursing and other clinical and ancillary patient care functional areas/services. Serves as member of senior management team...

Program Director - Nursing

  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago

Description This position is incentive eligible. Introduction Are you passionate about delivering superior work outcomes? At Galen College of Nursing, we are committed to a single purpose:...

Medical Director, Behavioral Health

  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago

JOB DESCRIPTION Job Summary Molina's Behavioral Health function provides leadership and guidance for utilization management and case management programs for mental health and chemical dependency...

Assistant Vice President

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 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...

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

  • Louisville, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 3 days ago

About Us Signature HealthCARE at Summerfield Rehab & Wellness Center is a 165-bed facility that offers a wide array of services from short-term rehabilitation to traditional long-term care. It is...

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

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 3 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 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. Job in Hodgenville Gr8Jobs

  • Hodgenville, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Hodgenville, KY
  • 4 days ago

The ideal Director of Nursing Candidate is very detailed orientated, organized, great knowledge of policies and governmental regulations. A passion for supporting and training Stakeholders to...

Medical Director (Marketplace)

  • KY
  • 6 days ago
  • KY
  • 6 days ago

Administration, etc.PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Peer Review, medical policy/procedure development, provider contracting experience.Experience with NCQA, HEDIS, Medicaid, Medicare and Pharmacy benefit management...

Field Medical Director, Pain Management

  • Frankfort, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Frankfort, KY
  • 6 days ago

Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) guidelines. + Provides clinical rationale for standard and expedited appeals. + Ensures documentation of all communications with medical office staff and/or MD...

Director Surgical Services

  • Lexington, KY
  • 7 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 7 days ago

Overview Humankindness Practiced Here! We are happy to announce that CHI Saint Joseph Health is now accepting applications for Spring/Summer New Graduate RN Residency Cohorts! At CommonSpirit...

Medical Director job in Louisville KY. Job in Louisville Gr8Jobs

  • Louisville, KY
  • 8 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 8 days ago

administration Strong communication and interpersonal skills Commitment to promoting a culture of excellence in patient care and education Leadership experience is required California Applicant Privacy...

Mary & Elizabeth - Director of Nursing, Emergency Services

  • Louisville, KY
  • 9 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 9 days ago

Overview Responsible for directing, planning, coordinating, monitoring, and evaluating nursing care and patient outcomes. Responsible for resource management, policy and program development, and...

Director of Nursing AL

  • Owensboro, KY
  • 9 days ago
  • Owensboro, KY
  • 9 days ago

Morning Pointe communities are dedicated to providing services that enhance the wellness, lifestyle and enjoyment of senior living. Assisted Living, Personal Care, and Alzheimer's services are...

Demographic Data for Kentucky

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Kentucky

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in Kentucky 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 Kentucky
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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