Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Olympia, WA

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 Vice President

  • Olympia, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 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...

Vice President, Real-world Data & Evidence Solutions and Sales

  • Olympia, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 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,...

Field Medical Director, Pain Management

  • Olympia, WA
  • 7 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 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...

Director of Nursing Services / DNS / DON

  • Shelton, WA (22 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Shelton, WA (22 miles from Olympia, WA)
  • 8 days ago

Fir Lane Care in Shelton, WA is now hiring an experienced Director of Nurseing (DON)! Come join our amazing team! Pay Range: $140,000+ DOE Who we are: Fir Lane Care is part of the Caldera Care...

Director, Medical Affairs Strategy (Hematology/Oncology)

  • Olympia, WA
  • 9 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 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...

Associate Director, Medical and Scientific Communications

  • Olympia, WA
  • 9 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 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...

Medical Director - Home Health - OneHome/Home Solutions

  • Olympia, WA
  • 12 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 12 days ago

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first The Medical Director relies on fundamentals of CMS Medicare Guidance on following and reviewing home health episodic, home health...

Medical Director Echo Lab /Non Interventional Cardiology

  • Olympia, WA
  • 18 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 18 days ago

The National Committee for Quality Assurance has recognized its primary care clinics as patient-centered medical homes....

Vice President, Provider Growth

  • Olympia, WA
  • 21 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 21 days ago

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

Director of Nursing

  • Olympia, WA
  • 29 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 29 days ago

MEDIKO: Mission driven & committed to delivering high-quality medical care to the communities we serve. Our dedicated Healthcare Professionals find meaning, support and new opportunities to learn...

Field Medical Director, Radiology (Pulmonology Preferred)

  • Olympia, WA
  • 27 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 27 days ago

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

Field Medical Director , Radiology (Gastroenterology

  • Olympia, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 30+ days ago

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

Associate Medical Director, Cardiology

  • Olympia, WA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 45+ days ago

Evolent Associate Medical Director, Cardiology in Olympia , Washington Your Future Evolves Here Evolent partners with health plans and providers to achieve better outcomes for people with most...

Director, Health Care Authority

  • Olympia, WA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 60+ days ago

Please Note: To allow for growth and salary progression over time in this role, the full salary range is $145,404 - $261,720 annually. The starting salary offer will be determined based on the...

Adult Psychiatrist/Medical Director - $20,000 Sign-On Bonus!

  • Olympia, WA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 90+ days ago

Behavioral Health Resources is recruiting for a full-timeAdult Psychiatrist/Medical Director. Most of your time would be allocated toclinical work, with time set aside each week for Medical...

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Olympia, WA

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in Olympia, WA 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 Olympia, WA
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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