Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Bridgewater, NJ

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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Vice President of Sales, NA Analytics

  • South Orange, NJ (21 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • South Orange, NJ (21 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

We go beyond the obvious, using intelligence, passion and creativity to inspire new thinking and shape the world we live in. To start a career that is out of the ordinary, please apply... Job...

System Medical Director, Neurosciences Service Line

  • Morristown, NJ (14 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morristown, NJ (14 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

System Medical Director, Neurosciences/Neurosurgery Atlantic Health System is seeking an accomplished and visionary System Medical Director of Neurosciences to lead the strategic development and...

Director, Health Care Compliance Officer

  • Raritan, NJ (1 mile from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Raritan, NJ (1 mile from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Job title Director, Health Care Compliance Officer Function Legal & Compliance Sub function Health Care Compliance Category Director, Health Care Compliance (PL9) Location Raritan / United States...

Vice President, Global Head Oncology Clinical Science

  • Basking Ridge, NJ (6 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ (6 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Partner and collaborate with Clinical Operations, Biostatistics and Data Management, Regulatory Affairs and other R&D functions to ensure effective delivery of the global portfolio....

Hospice Assistant Director of Clinical Services (RN)

  • Parsippany, NJ (21 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (21 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Why Suncrest At Brighton/Suncrest Hospice our goal is to change the expectation of hospice care in your area by providing exceptional care and service to our patients. This is achieved by...

Director of Nursing- Labor & Delivery

  • Denville, NJ (21 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Denville, NJ (21 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Overview At Saint Clare's Health, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community. As a member of Prime Healthcare, Saint Clare's Health...

Vice President, Facilities and Maintenance

  • Edison, NJ (12 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (12 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Vice President, Facilities and MaintenanceHMH HOSPITALS CORPORATIONEdison, New Jersey Apply ( + **Requisition #** 2025-160520 + **Shift** Day + **Status** Full Time with Benefits **Overview** Our...

Vice President, Enterprise Master Planning and Construction

  • Edison, NJ (12 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (12 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Vice President, Enterprise Master Planning and ConstructionHMH HOSPITALS CORPORATIONEdison, New Jersey Apply ( + **Requisition #** 2025-160522 + **Shift** Day + **Status** Full Time with Benefits...

Vice President, Global Market Access and Innovation

  • Princeton, NJ (15 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (15 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

At Genmab, we are dedicated to building extra[not]ordinary futures, together, by developing antibody products and groundbreaking, knock-your-socks-off KYSO antibody medicines that change lives and...

Associate Director, Health Care Systems & HEOR

  • Madison, NJ (15 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Madison, NJ (15 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Application deadline: Location: Madison 07940, New Jersey, United States Contract type: Permanent Job ID: 3191 Role Description Your Role The Associate Director, Health Care Systems & HEOR, will...

Statewide Medical Director UCHC

  • New Brunswick, NJ (11 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (11 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Position Details Position Information Recruitment/Posting Title Statewide Medical Director UCHC Job Category Staff & Executive - Healthcare - Administrative Services Department UCHC-UCHC'S Admin...

Associate Director, Healthcare Quality Improvement (AD, HQI)

  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Role Summary The Associate Director, Healthcare Quality Improvement (AD, HQI) is a core member of the Healthcare Quality Improvement team within Global Medical Proficiency and External Affairs...

Associate Director, Medical Affairs

  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Rahway, NJ (17 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Role Summary The Associate Director, Medical Operations, Innovation and Emerging Projects (AD, IEP) is a role within Global Medical and Value Capabilities (GMVC) in our Research and Development...

Statewide Medical Director UCHC Rutgers University

  • New Brunswick, NJ (11 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (11 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Position Summary: Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking a UCHC Medical Director Statewide, located in Trenton, NJ. The Medical Director is responsible for managing the provision...

Associate Director, Patient Financial Services Innovation

  • Hopewell, NJ (15 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Hopewell, NJ (15 miles from Bridgewater, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments...

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Bridgewater, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in Bridgewater, NJ 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 Bridgewater, NJ
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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