Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Frederick, MD

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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Associate Medical Director

  • Westminster, MD (19 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Westminster, MD (19 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Summary Hospice & Palliative Care Associate Medical Director Opportunity - BridgingLife, a LifeBridge Health Partner: Westminster, Randallstown & Baltimore MD For more than 35 years, BridgingLife,...

Regional Director of Nursing (62925)

  • Hagerstown, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Western Maryland Workforce Region $70k - $156k Per Year Regional Director of Nursing (62925) Centurion Health Occupation: Medical and Health Services...

Assistant Director of Nursing (62980)

  • Hagerstown, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Western Maryland Workforce Region $70k - $156k Per Year Assistant Director of Nursing (62980) Centurion Health Occupation: Medical and Health Services...

Global Development Associate Medical Director

  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Collaborating closely with the Clinical Operations team, you will be involved in the planning, execution, and closure of clinical studies....

Memory Care Director

  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Join our dynamic team at The Carnegie! The Memory Care Director promotes a healthy and actively-enriched lifestyle within the memory care community. What will I do every day? Monitor residents and...

Vice President - Hardware Engineering

  • Germantown, MD (22 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 17 days ago
  • Germantown, MD (22 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 17 days ago

EchoStar Corporation (NASDAQ: SATS) is a premier global provider of satellite communication solutions. Headquartered in Englewood, Colo., and conducting business around the globe, EchoStar is a...

Urgent Care Medical Director, Physician - South Region/Southern Maryland

  • Frederick, MD
  • 18 days ago
  • Frederick, MD
  • 18 days ago

South Region - Urgent Care Medical Director (Southern Maryland) MedStar Health Urgent Care is looking for a full-time Regional Medical Director (RMD) - South Region (Southern Maryland: Waldorf -...

Global Development Medical Director

  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 29 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 29 days ago

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Medical Director - Hospitalist

  • Hagerstown, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Hagerstown, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 45+ days ago

Permanent Job ID 153092 HOSPITALIST Medical Director - Hospitalist JOB DETAILS This position not only offers a competitive compensation package but also a chance to live in a vibrant and scenic...

Medical Director Senior Patient Safety Physician

  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 45+ days ago

At AstraZeneca we work together across global boundaries to make an impact and find answers to challenges. We do this with integrity even in the most difficult situations because we are committed...

Specialty Medical Director

  • Frederick, MD
  • 60+ days ago
  • Frederick, MD
  • 60+ days ago

Thrive Pet Healthcare is looking to hire a Medical Director for the CARE Veterinary Center team! Join our community of veterinary care providers for the support, tools, and resources to elevate...

Senior Medical Director, Global Clinical Development

  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 90+ days ago

Are you ready to lead the future with an ambitious spirit? As a Senior Medical Director, Global Clinical Development, you will be at the helm of a matrix organization, directing a team of Clinical...

Executive Medical Director, Rheumatology, Early R&I Clinical Development

  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 90+ days ago

Location options: Boston, MA, Gaithersburg, MD, Barcelona, Spain or Gothenburg, Sweden Make a more meaningful impact to patients' lives around the globe Here you'll have the opportunity to make a...

Veterinarian, Medical Director

  • Germantown, MD (22 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Germantown, MD (22 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 90+ days ago

Veterinarian Medical Director Full Time Thrive Germantown About You As a key leader in our hospital, you'll drive positive change and growth. Your influence will shape our vision, foster an...

Medical Director Patient Safety Physician - Evergreen

  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Frederick, MD)
  • 90+ days ago

The Medical Director, Patient Safety Physician is responsible for the Clinical Safety strategy for assigned AstraZeneca-MedImmune drug projects and products throughout all stages of development...

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Frederick, MD

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in Frederick, MD 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 Frederick, MD
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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