Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Maryland

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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Executive Director - Surgical Services

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 45+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 45+ days ago

Master's degree in nursing (MSN), Healthcare Administration (MHA), Business Administration (MBA), or a related field is preferred....

Director of Nursing Med Surg - Relocation Offered!

  • Leonardtown, MD
  • 17 days ago
  • Leonardtown, MD
  • 17 days ago

General Summary of Position The Director of Nursing is a member of MedStar Health entity-based Division of Nursing's (DON) leadership/management team and is responsible for one or more defined...

General Summary of Position Unit Highlights 42 Bed Unit Caring for a wide patient population set including but not limited to medical, respiratory, cardiac, renal failure, GI and surgical patients...

Director of Nursing Emergency Department - Relocation Offered!

  • Clinton, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Clinton, MD
  • 1 day ago

General Summary of Position The Director of Nursing is a member of MedStar Health entity-based Division of Nursing's (DON) leadership/management team and is responsible for one or more defined...

Assistant Director of Nursing Float Pool - Relocation Offered!

  • Clinton, MD
  • 6 days ago
  • Clinton, MD
  • 6 days ago

General Summary of Position The Assistant Director of Nursing is a member of MedStar Health entity-based Division of Nursing and leadership team. Supports and collaborates with the Director of...

Assistant Director of Nursing MedSurg - Relocation Offered!

  • Clinton, MD
  • 30+ days ago
  • Clinton, MD
  • 30+ days ago

General Summary of Position Please Note: This is a rotating shift (Days/ Evenings/ Nights) The Assistant Director of Nursing is a member of MedStar Health entity-based Division of Nursing and...

Director of Nursing, Day Shift, Med Surg and Intensive Care Unit

  • Fort Washington, MD
  • 11 hours ago
  • Fort Washington, MD
  • 11 hours ago

Fort Washington Medical Center If you are a current Adventist HealthCare employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account. Adventist HealthCare seeks to hire an experienced...

OB/Gyn Medical Director in Salisbury, MD

  • Salisbury, MD
  • 11 hours ago
  • Salisbury, MD
  • 11 hours ago

Looking to put your leadership skills to use? Look no further! TeamHealth is seeking a medical director to lead our new OB/Gyn hospitalist program at TidalHealth Peninsula Regional. In this...

Associate Medical Director

  • Westminster, MD
  • 11 hours ago
  • Westminster, MD
  • 11 hours ago

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

Director of Nursing Emergency Department - copy

  • Clinton, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Clinton, MD
  • 1 day ago

General Summary of Position The Director of Nursing is a member of MedStar Health entity-based Division of Nursing's (DON) leadership/management team and is responsible for one or more defined...

Urgent Care Medical Director, Physician - Southern Maryland

  • Waldorf, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Waldorf, MD
  • 1 day ago

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

Regional Director of Nursing (62925)

  • Hagerstown, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Hagerstown, MD
  • 1 day 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
  • 1 day ago
  • Hagerstown, MD
  • 1 day 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
  • 2 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD
  • 2 days ago

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

General Summary of Position Unit Highlights 48 Bed Unit Mix of High Acuity Intermediate Care and Medical-Surgical patients Chronic vents, insulin drips Excellent leadership and tenured core group...

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Maryland

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in Maryland 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 Maryland
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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