Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Harrisburg, PA

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, RN

  • Lebanon, PA (24 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Lebanon, PA (24 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 10 hours ago

*Responsible for the quality of the clinical operations of the nursing units to include compliance with Genesis policies and procedures, practice standards and regulations....

Director of Nursing

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 19 hours ago

***Pay starts at $80,000 salaried with the opportunity to earn more based on experience*** As a Director of Nursing at Country Meadows/Ecumenical, you have the opportunity to set the standard...

Regional Vice President, Growth

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 1 day ago

Datavant is a data platform company and the world's leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right...

Medical Director - Obstetrics and Gynecology

  • Hershey, PA (13 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hershey, PA (13 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Penn State Health** - **Medical Group** **Location:** US:PA: Hershey **Work Type:** Full Time **FTE:** 1.0 **Shift:** Day **Hours:** Primarily 8-5 with some weekend and evenings **Recruiter...

Vice President of Compliance

  • Hershey, PA (13 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hershey, PA (13 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Vice President of Compliance Navigating risk, compliance and ethics within an organization takes great skill, expertise and leadership. The invaluable asset of a Corporate Compliance Officer is...

Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing and Communications Officer

  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing and Communications Officer Location: WellSpan Health, York, PA Schedule: Full Time General Summary Leads an integrated marketing and communications function...

Site Medical Director, Emergency Medicine

  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Site Director, Emergency Medicine UPMC Memorial is seeking an experienced and visionary Site Director for Emergency Medicine to lead our Emergency Department at a thriving community hospital. This...

Assistant Vice President

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 4 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...

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

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 4 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 Services (DNS) - SNF - DIREC025783

  • Lebanon, PA (24 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lebanon, PA (24 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Job Listing ID: 4250581 Job Title: Director of Nursing Services (DNS) - SNF - DIREC025783 Application Deadline: 05/11/2025Job Location: Lebanon Date Posted: 04/11/2025Hours Worked Per Week: 40...

Site Medical Director (PHHHS-Hospitalist Memorial)

  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • York, PA (16 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 6 days ago

UPMC is seeking a Physician to serve as the Site Medical Director for UPMC Memorial. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of administrative experience and possess strong leadership skills....

Field Medical Director, Pain Management

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 7 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...

Assistant Medical Director (Management Physician, Corrections)

  • Mechanicsburg, PA (7 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Mechanicsburg, PA (7 miles from Harrisburg, PA)
  • 7 days ago

THE POSITION Do you have a passion for medicine and an interest in a rewarding opportunity to lead, collaborate, and function as an integral part of a vital Commonwealth branch? If so, the...

Director, Medical Affairs Strategy (Hematology/Oncology)

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 9 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 9 days ago

Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd. is a global pharmaceutical company based in Japan with key operations in the U.S. (Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.), Canada (Sumitomo Pharma Canada, Inc.) and Europe...

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Harrisburg, PA

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in Harrisburg, PA 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 Harrisburg, PA
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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