Individuals who are detail-oriented and who possess excellent analytical, communication, interpersonal, leadership and technical skills may be well-suited for a career in healthcare administration. Healthcare administrators are also known as medical and health services managers or healthcare executives.<\/p>\n
Healthcare administrators are responsible for planning, directing and coordinating services for either entire healthcare facilities \u2014 like hospitals or nursing homes \u2014 or smaller entities such as a specific department or physician group. It\u2019s extremely important for healthcare administrators to stay abreast of changes in laws, regulations, insurance and technology.<\/p>\n
Healthcare administrators work closely with doctors, nurses, lab technicians, health insurance representatives and agents, and sometimes even patients. Their most important day-to-day job responsibilities include:<\/p>\n
Healthcare administrators generally work full time. Healthcare administrators who work for facilities that are open 24\/7, such as hospitals and nursing homes, may be expected to work evening, holiday and weekend shifts.<\/p>\n
The Bureau of Labor Statistics<\/span><\/a> expects employment of medical and health services managers to increase 28 percent from 2022 to 2032, much faster than the average for all occupations.<\/p>\n Healthcare administrators earn a median annual wage of $110,680.<\/p>\n The education required for healthcare administrators depends on the employer. At a minimum, candidates should have a bachelor\u2019s degree. However, employers almost always prefer candidates with a master\u2019s\u00a0degree. An MBA in Healthcare Administration<\/a> or an M.S. Nursing<\/a> degree are all acceptable for someone pursuing a career as a healthcare administrator.<\/p>\n Rivier University, located in Nashua, New Hampshire, offers more than 60 programs at the undergraduate, graduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels with on-campus and online options. With a strong academic foundation, personalized support, and an emphasis on active engagement, we provide the tools for you to succeed. Request more information today to learn how Rivier can help you achieve your career goals.<\/strong><\/p>\nSalary Potential<\/h2>\n
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