Health administrator job description
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Example health administrator requirements on a job description
Health administrator requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in health administrator job postings.
Sample health administrator requirements
- Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration.
- At least five years of experience in a healthcare setting.
- Knowledge of applicable healthcare regulations.
- Certification in healthcare administration.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Sample required health administrator soft skills
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks.
- Proficiency in data analysis and report writing.
Health administrator job description example 1
Southern California Hospitals health administrator job description
We are hospitals and affiliated medical groups, working closely together for the benefit of every person who comes to us for care. We build comprehensive networks of quality healthcare services that are designed to offer our patients highly coordinated, personalized care and help them live healthier lives. Through collaboration, we strive to provide all of our patients and medical group members with the quality, affordable healthcare they need and deserve.
Alta Hospitals System is currently seeking an Behavioral Health Administrator to focus on hospital inpatient Behavioral Health care. The Administrator, Behavioral Health will be responsible for directing the day-to-day operations, managing, and developing staff, assuring high-quality inpatient care, and sound fiscal operations.
Job Responsibilities/Duties
Achieves performance as it relates to patient quality, financial, and operational indicators. Leads the hospital towards becoming a High-Reliability Organization along with a focus on the Culture of Safety. Lead initiatives and strategies to focus on retention ad employee engagement. Establishes and maintains productive working relationships with the Medical Staff, Executive Management Team, and other Administrative Directors. Contribute to strategic planning activities. Works with the regional business development team to evaluate/implement new services or programs. Develops policies and procedures for the effective operation of hospital services in the assigned areas; initiates corrective action if services do not meet established standards. Serves as liaison with medical, nursing and support services to develop and effectively implement plans for patient care. Conducts operational studies to recommend adjustments in the organization, staffing, systems, and procedures. Investigates and resolves complaints from patients, hospital staff, and the general public. Develops managerial skills of line managers and supervisors in the hospital policies, procedures, and management practices. Develops plans for reorganization or decentralization of hospital services; and supervises the implementation of the changes. Interprets and uses data to drive initiatives and manages inpatient care related to program development, performance improvement, and strategic planning. Assures that clinic operational policy and practice is consistent with compliance with licensure, regulatory and accreditation standards.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
Bachelor's degree with a major in public health, public administration, healthcare administration, social work, psychology, or counseling and three years of related professional work experience that included program administration or budget/contract management that involved lead work or supervisory work experience. Preferred Master's degree in Health Administration or Master's Degree (Ph.D., LMSW, LCSW, LPC).
Minimum Experience:
Three (3) years in a leadership position managing a behavioral health facility or hospital.
Req. Certification/Licensure:
None.
Employee Value Proposition
Prospect Medical Holdings, Inc., is guided by a diverse and highly experienced leadership core. This group maintains the vision that has made Prospect a needed difference-maker in the lives of so many patients today, and many executives contribute to our continued efforts. As a member of our highly effective team of professionals, benefit eligible positions will receive:
Company 401K Medical, dental, vision insurance Paid time-off Life insurance
Alta Hospitals System is currently seeking an Behavioral Health Administrator to focus on hospital inpatient Behavioral Health care. The Administrator, Behavioral Health will be responsible for directing the day-to-day operations, managing, and developing staff, assuring high-quality inpatient care, and sound fiscal operations.
Job Responsibilities/Duties
Achieves performance as it relates to patient quality, financial, and operational indicators. Leads the hospital towards becoming a High-Reliability Organization along with a focus on the Culture of Safety. Lead initiatives and strategies to focus on retention ad employee engagement. Establishes and maintains productive working relationships with the Medical Staff, Executive Management Team, and other Administrative Directors. Contribute to strategic planning activities. Works with the regional business development team to evaluate/implement new services or programs. Develops policies and procedures for the effective operation of hospital services in the assigned areas; initiates corrective action if services do not meet established standards. Serves as liaison with medical, nursing and support services to develop and effectively implement plans for patient care. Conducts operational studies to recommend adjustments in the organization, staffing, systems, and procedures. Investigates and resolves complaints from patients, hospital staff, and the general public. Develops managerial skills of line managers and supervisors in the hospital policies, procedures, and management practices. Develops plans for reorganization or decentralization of hospital services; and supervises the implementation of the changes. Interprets and uses data to drive initiatives and manages inpatient care related to program development, performance improvement, and strategic planning. Assures that clinic operational policy and practice is consistent with compliance with licensure, regulatory and accreditation standards.
Qualifications
Minimum Education:
Bachelor's degree with a major in public health, public administration, healthcare administration, social work, psychology, or counseling and three years of related professional work experience that included program administration or budget/contract management that involved lead work or supervisory work experience. Preferred Master's degree in Health Administration or Master's Degree (Ph.D., LMSW, LCSW, LPC).
Minimum Experience:
Three (3) years in a leadership position managing a behavioral health facility or hospital.
Req. Certification/Licensure:
None.
Employee Value Proposition
Prospect Medical Holdings, Inc., is guided by a diverse and highly experienced leadership core. This group maintains the vision that has made Prospect a needed difference-maker in the lives of so many patients today, and many executives contribute to our continued efforts. As a member of our highly effective team of professionals, benefit eligible positions will receive:
Company 401K Medical, dental, vision insurance Paid time-off Life insurance
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Health administrator job description example 2
Tyson Foods health administrator job description
Job Details:
SUMMARY: The Health Administrator Associate performs a variety of clerical tasks in support of the Nursing Department including distributing mail; maintaining records retention program of termed employee medical files, family FMLA files, transferring records and requesting medical records from other Tyson locations; requesting medical records; answering phones and taking messages; ordering supplies; assisting with health promotions and educational projects; obtaining certification in hearing conservation and performing annual hearing testing and other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
REQUIREMENTS:
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience: Clerical work experience preferred.
Communication Skills: Good verbal and written communication skills.
Computer Skills: Immediate computer skills Word Excel and the ability to run reports as required.
Specific Job Skills: Must have a valid Driver's License. Good record keeping skills required. The ability to work overtime, varied shifts and weekends as needed. The ability to meet CPR and hearing conservation certification standards.
Additional position information: The nature of this work may involve exposure to Blood borne Pathogens other infectious illnesses and on occasion hazardous materials. The likelihood of such exposure is minimal.
This is an entry level clerical position that is paid hourly.
This position does not offer reimbursement for interview expenses and/or relocation assistance.
Priority consideration will be provided to area applicants that reside within a 50 mile radius of the posted location first. If local applicants are not selected, applicants from other areas will then be reviewed for consideration.
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No
Work Shift:
B Shift (United States of America)
Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.
Tyson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
CCPA Notice. If you are a California resident, and would like to learn more about what categories of personal information we collect when you apply for this job, and how we may use that information, please read our CCPA Job Applicant Notice at Collection, click here.
SUMMARY: The Health Administrator Associate performs a variety of clerical tasks in support of the Nursing Department including distributing mail; maintaining records retention program of termed employee medical files, family FMLA files, transferring records and requesting medical records from other Tyson locations; requesting medical records; answering phones and taking messages; ordering supplies; assisting with health promotions and educational projects; obtaining certification in hearing conservation and performing annual hearing testing and other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
REQUIREMENTS:
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience: Clerical work experience preferred.
Communication Skills: Good verbal and written communication skills.
Computer Skills: Immediate computer skills Word Excel and the ability to run reports as required.
Specific Job Skills: Must have a valid Driver's License. Good record keeping skills required. The ability to work overtime, varied shifts and weekends as needed. The ability to meet CPR and hearing conservation certification standards.
Additional position information: The nature of this work may involve exposure to Blood borne Pathogens other infectious illnesses and on occasion hazardous materials. The likelihood of such exposure is minimal.
This is an entry level clerical position that is paid hourly.
This position does not offer reimbursement for interview expenses and/or relocation assistance.
Priority consideration will be provided to area applicants that reside within a 50 mile radius of the posted location first. If local applicants are not selected, applicants from other areas will then be reviewed for consideration.
Relocation Assistance Eligible:
No
Work Shift:
B Shift (United States of America)
Hourly Applicants ONLY -You must complete the task after submitting your application to provide additional information to be considered for employment.
Tyson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.
CCPA Notice. If you are a California resident, and would like to learn more about what categories of personal information we collect when you apply for this job, and how we may use that information, please read our CCPA Job Applicant Notice at Collection, click here.
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Health administrator job description example 3
State of Ohio health administrator job description
Who We Are…
Guided by a single mission "To reduce recidivism among those we touch," the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction believes that everyone is capable of positive change. Our staff embrace these core values and serves as role models for pro-social behavior conveying an attitude of dignity and respect in the treatment of others.
What We Do…
The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction has been tasked with front line crime reduction through rehabilitative treatment and programming efforts provided in a safe, secure and humane correctional environment and effective community supervision. Our goal is to protect the public through helping individuals turn away from crime and become productive, contributing members of our communities, ensuring a safer Ohio for all Ohioans now and in the future.
To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at www.drc.ohio.gov
Are You Ready?
We are thrilled to see that you are interested in beginning your career with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction! Without a doubt, this will be the most rewarding and meaningful work you'll ever find with a work family that is second to none!
The Job Opportunity and Duties…
* Acts on behalf of the Mental Health Administrator 4 (MHA4) in their absence Works in conjunction with the MHA4 to coordinate institutional behavioral health care services (e.g. contract services and monitoring, training, and operational issues within behavioral health care operation)
* Under the direction of the MHA4, develops and implements components of the institution's quality assurance/improvement program (e.g., chart reviews, restraint utilization, and high risk incident reviews)
* Plans, implements and evaluates behavioral health services for eligible clients/inmates inclusive of goals, programs, policies and procedures
* Manages work schedules within the behavioral health operation, as needed Collects and reports data and statistics for monthly reports
* May be assigned responsibility for a designated area of service delivery including coordination of a particular programmatic area
* Supervises assigned staff
* Processes and approves timesheets and leave forms for assigned staff Performs clinical duties as assigned and within the scope of their applicable licenses and state laws
* Assists in the management of the EHR
* Manages purchasing, procurement and behavioral health operation's resources
* Participates in personnel management tasks (e.g., recruitment, interviewing and recommendations for hiring)
* Maintains necessary data documents required by DRC
* Complies with all facility and DRC policies, procedures and protocols
* Attends meetings
* Establishes and maintains a working relationship with other facilities and agencies
* Conducts in-service training
* Participates in continuing education programs
* Attends conferences, workshops and meetings as directed
* Performs other related duties and security functions as required
* Participates in audits as assigned
* Performs other duties as assigned
Completion of undergraduate core program in mental health & developmental disabilities technology, social work or comparable field (e.g., child & family community services), special education, psychology or rehabilitation; 12 mos. exp. as lead worker providing work direction & training for other employees; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in state &/or federal regulations & standards governing care, custody & programming of consumers/residents in mental health or developmental centers; 6 mos. exp. in writing &/or assisting in development of policies, procedures, goals & objectives of operational unit or program of agency or firm; 1 course in manpower planning or 3 mos. exp. scheduling staff to ensure adequate coverage or projecting adequate staff levels; 3 mos. trg. in budgeting or 3 mos. exp. preparing or assisting in preparation of budget for operational unit or program of agency or firm.
* Or 24 mos. exp. in development & implementation of treatment/habilitation plans for individuals who are mentally ill or developmentally disabled & working as part of inter-disciplinary team to assess individual's needs & abilities; 12 mos. exp. as lead worker providing work direction & training for other employees; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in state &/or federal regulations & standards governing care, custody & programming of consumers/residents in mental health or developmental centers; 6 mos. exp. in writing or assisting in development of policies, procedures, goals & objectives of operational unit or program of agency or firm; 1 course in manpower planning or 3 mos. exp. scheduling staff to ensure adequate coverage or projecting adequate staff levels; 3 mos. trg. in budgeting or 3 mos. exp. preparing or assisting in preparation of budget for operational unit or program of agency or firm.
* Or 6 mos. exp. as Mental Health Administrator 2, 65222.
* Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
Guided by a single mission "To reduce recidivism among those we touch," the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction believes that everyone is capable of positive change. Our staff embrace these core values and serves as role models for pro-social behavior conveying an attitude of dignity and respect in the treatment of others.
What We Do…
The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction has been tasked with front line crime reduction through rehabilitative treatment and programming efforts provided in a safe, secure and humane correctional environment and effective community supervision. Our goal is to protect the public through helping individuals turn away from crime and become productive, contributing members of our communities, ensuring a safer Ohio for all Ohioans now and in the future.
To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at www.drc.ohio.gov
Are You Ready?
We are thrilled to see that you are interested in beginning your career with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction! Without a doubt, this will be the most rewarding and meaningful work you'll ever find with a work family that is second to none!
The Job Opportunity and Duties…
* Acts on behalf of the Mental Health Administrator 4 (MHA4) in their absence Works in conjunction with the MHA4 to coordinate institutional behavioral health care services (e.g. contract services and monitoring, training, and operational issues within behavioral health care operation)
* Under the direction of the MHA4, develops and implements components of the institution's quality assurance/improvement program (e.g., chart reviews, restraint utilization, and high risk incident reviews)
* Plans, implements and evaluates behavioral health services for eligible clients/inmates inclusive of goals, programs, policies and procedures
* Manages work schedules within the behavioral health operation, as needed Collects and reports data and statistics for monthly reports
* May be assigned responsibility for a designated area of service delivery including coordination of a particular programmatic area
* Supervises assigned staff
* Processes and approves timesheets and leave forms for assigned staff Performs clinical duties as assigned and within the scope of their applicable licenses and state laws
* Assists in the management of the EHR
* Manages purchasing, procurement and behavioral health operation's resources
* Participates in personnel management tasks (e.g., recruitment, interviewing and recommendations for hiring)
* Maintains necessary data documents required by DRC
* Complies with all facility and DRC policies, procedures and protocols
* Attends meetings
* Establishes and maintains a working relationship with other facilities and agencies
* Conducts in-service training
* Participates in continuing education programs
* Attends conferences, workshops and meetings as directed
* Performs other related duties and security functions as required
* Participates in audits as assigned
* Performs other duties as assigned
Completion of undergraduate core program in mental health & developmental disabilities technology, social work or comparable field (e.g., child & family community services), special education, psychology or rehabilitation; 12 mos. exp. as lead worker providing work direction & training for other employees; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in state &/or federal regulations & standards governing care, custody & programming of consumers/residents in mental health or developmental centers; 6 mos. exp. in writing &/or assisting in development of policies, procedures, goals & objectives of operational unit or program of agency or firm; 1 course in manpower planning or 3 mos. exp. scheduling staff to ensure adequate coverage or projecting adequate staff levels; 3 mos. trg. in budgeting or 3 mos. exp. preparing or assisting in preparation of budget for operational unit or program of agency or firm.
* Or 24 mos. exp. in development & implementation of treatment/habilitation plans for individuals who are mentally ill or developmentally disabled & working as part of inter-disciplinary team to assess individual's needs & abilities; 12 mos. exp. as lead worker providing work direction & training for other employees; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in state &/or federal regulations & standards governing care, custody & programming of consumers/residents in mental health or developmental centers; 6 mos. exp. in writing or assisting in development of policies, procedures, goals & objectives of operational unit or program of agency or firm; 1 course in manpower planning or 3 mos. exp. scheduling staff to ensure adequate coverage or projecting adequate staff levels; 3 mos. trg. in budgeting or 3 mos. exp. preparing or assisting in preparation of budget for operational unit or program of agency or firm.
* Or 6 mos. exp. as Mental Health Administrator 2, 65222.
* Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024