Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in South Dakota

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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Director of Nursing - RN - Long Term Care

  • Harrisburg, SD
  • 60+ days ago
  • Harrisburg, SD
  • 60+ days ago

Careers With Purpose Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian...

Director of Nursing - RN - Long Term Care

  • Canistota, SD
  • 1 day ago
  • Canistota, SD
  • 1 day ago

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly...

Center Medical Director

  • SD
  • 3 days ago
  • SD
  • 3 days ago

As a physician-founded and led organization, ensuring everyone has access to quality healthcare is what inspires us.The magic we've created lies in Carbon Health's custom EHR and the collaboration...

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

  • Pierre, SD
  • 4 days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 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 (DON)

  • Lake Andes, SD
  • 4 days ago
  • Lake Andes, SD
  • 4 days ago

Lake Andes Senior Living has an opportunity to welcome a dedicated Director of Nursing (DON) to join our team! We're seeking a skilled and compassionate clinical leader to lead our team of nursing...

Field Medical Director, Pain Management

  • Pierre, SD
  • 7 days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 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...

Executive Director, Healthcare Market - SD/IA/NE Ecosystem

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 7 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 7 days ago

The Position Healthcare Executive Director (HED), SD/IA/NE Ecosystem Location: Field Based South Dakota, Iowa, and Nebraska Note: Strong preference for candidates to live in South Dakota, Iowa, or...

Director of Nursing

  • Parkston, SD
  • 8 days ago
  • Parkston, SD
  • 8 days ago

Location: Avera St Benedict Nursing Home Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Primarily days with possible weekends/evenings/holidays (United States of America) Position Highlights You Belong at Avera...

Associate Director, Medical and Scientific Communications

  • Pierre, SD
  • 9 days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 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...

Director, Medical Affairs Strategy (Hematology/Oncology)

  • Pierre, SD
  • 9 days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 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...

Assistant Vice President

  • Pierre, SD
  • 18 days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 18 days ago

Works with Clinical Operation Management regarding overall program strategy; works collaboratively to implement program changes....

Vice President, Provider Growth

  • Pierre, SD
  • 20 days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 20 days ago

Datavant Vice President, Provider Growth in Pierre , South Dakota Datavant is a data platform company and the world's leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision...

Field Medical Director, Radiology (Pulmonology Preferred)

  • Pierre, SD
  • 26 days ago
  • Pierre, SD
  • 26 days ago

Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) guidelines....

Clinical Services Director (RN)

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 28 days ago
  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • 28 days ago

Full-Time Day Shift Benefits : Performance bonuses Paid time off begins accruing day 1 Health, vision, dental, & HSA plans 401K plan with employer contribution No scheduled weekends Clinical call...

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in South Dakota

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in South Dakota 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 South Dakota
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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