Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Tacoma, 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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Senior Project Director (Healthcare)

  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago

About Vanir Vanir is a proud minority- and woman-owned company, recognized as a national leader in program, project and construction management (PMCM) and real estate development. Since 1964, we...

Sr Executive Assistant to President and CEO

  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Id : 352210, Title : Sr Executive Assistant to President and CEO, Category : Administrative Support, RequisitionType : Executive, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...704, ExternalPostedStartDate :...

Executive Medical Director - Mary Bridge Children's Heart Center

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 5 days ago

Where Kids and Families are Always First MultiCare Mary Bridge Childrens Hospital is the state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center and the only pediatric hospital in Washingtons South...

Medical Director Physician

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 7 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 7 days ago

administration preferred Why Mary Bridge Children's?...

Director of Nursing Services BHN

  • Puyallup, WA (6 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Puyallup, WA (6 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 9 days ago

operations in support of facility goals dedicated to excellence, effective leadership, and financial stability....

Assistant Director of Nursing - RN - Avamere Transitional Care of Puget Sound - ASSIS025288 Avamere Skilled Advisors, LLC d/b/a Avamere Living - Tacoma, WA Posted: 3/2/2025 - Expires: 6/1/2025 Job...

Assistant Director of Nursing (RN) Location: Avamere Transitional Care of Puget Sound - 630 S. Pearl St, Tacoma, WA 98465 Schedule: Full-time, M-F, shared on-call At Avamere, we believe in taking...

Memory Care Director\Resident Care Coordinator - Bonaventure of Maple Valley

  • Maple Valley, WA (22 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Maple Valley, WA (22 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 16 days ago

Bonaventure of Maple Valley is Seeking a Motivated Memory Care Director/Resident Care Coordinator From $28.00 to $31.00 Are you dedicated to making a difference? We are seeking a motivated Memory...

Medical Director - Washington

  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 18 days ago

You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members as a clinical professional on our Medical Management/Health Services team. Centene is a diversified, national organization...

Medical Director

  • Lacey, WA (22 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Lacey, WA (22 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 20 days ago

Job Duties: Plans and directs the clinical operations of the center, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based treatment protocols for substance use disorders are implemented effectively....

Senior Health Office Medical Director - Sign-On Bonus Available

  • South Hill, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 22 days ago
  • South Hill, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 22 days ago

About UsOne Medical is a primary care solution challenging the industry status quo by making quality care more affordable, accessible and enjoyable. But this isn't your average doctor's office....

Vice President, Revenue Cycle Services (RCS) Market Operations

  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 24 days ago

DescriptionTHIS OPPORTUNITY IS REMOTE IN THE PROVIDENCE FOOTPRINT.THE ROLEThe Vice President of Revenue Cycle Services Market Operations (VP RCS) works in collaboration with senior leadership to...

Senior Health Office Medical Director - Sign-On Bonus Available

  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 26 days ago

About Us One Medical is a primary care solution challenging the industry status quo by making quality care more affordable, accessible and enjoyable. But this isn't your average doctor's office....

Health and Wellness Director/Director of Nursing The Rivers

  • Puyallup, WA (6 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 27 days ago
  • Puyallup, WA (6 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 27 days ago

Join us to create the best life for yourself and our residents! The Director of Nursing (DON)is an integral member of the management team of their community, contributing health care leadership...

Medical Director of Pediatric Emergency Medicine

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 30+ days ago

Where Kids and Families are Always First MultiCare Mary Bridge Children's Hospital is the state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center and the only pediatric hospital in Washington's South...

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Salary for Healthcare Area Administrator Jobs in Tacoma, WA

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Area Administrators in Tacoma, 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 Tacoma, 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%