Healthcare Administrator (US)

EdgeQ Technologies • Nashville, TN

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About The Position

The Healthcare Administrator oversees daily healthcare operations, financial planning, regulatory compliance, and staff leadership. The role is responsible for efficient facility operations, compliance with applicable healthcare regulations, management of budgets and resources, and team leadership to support high-quality patient care and service. The successful candidate combines business acumen with a commitment to patient satisfaction, operational excellence, and organizational growth.

The position is based in Nashville, Tennessee, or Dallas, Texas. The work schedule may include standard business hours, with flexibility to address operational needs, staff matters, audits, or other time-sensitive issues. On-site presence may be required depending on the facility and operational responsibilities.

Performance is evaluated on operational efficiency, budget adherence, compliance readiness, staff performance and engagement, patient satisfaction, implementation of improvements, and the accuracy and timeliness of reporting. The employer states a commitment to equal employment opportunities in accordance with applicable laws.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Healthcare Management, Business Administration, Public Health, or a related field.
• 5–8 years of progressive experience in healthcare administration, healthcare operations, hospital management, or medical facility management.
• At least 2–3 years of experience in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience in budgeting, financial reporting, expense control, and resource management.
• Working knowledge of healthcare regulations, compliance practices, HIPAA, and quality assurance processes.
• Ability to lead teams, manage competing priorities, and improve operational performance.
• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and healthcare management or reporting systems.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Healthcare Administration (MHA), Business Administration (MBA), Public Health (MPH), or a related discipline.
• Experience managing a hospital, outpatient facility, medical group, clinic, or other healthcare organization.
• Familiarity with applicable accreditation standards and healthcare quality improvement methodologies.
• Experience with electronic health records (EHR), healthcare information systems, and performance dashboards.
• Professional certification such as FACHE, CMPE, or another relevant healthcare management credential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily administrative and operational activities and ensure efficient healthcare service delivery.
• Develop, implement, and monitor operational policies, procedures, and performance standards.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, reduce costs, and enhance productivity; monitor KPIs and take corrective action as needed.
• Coordinate with clinical, administrative, and support teams to ensure seamless operations.
• Develop and manage annual operating budgets, forecasts, and financial plans; monitor expenditures, revenue, staffing costs, and resource allocation.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and compliance standards; review financial reports and advise senior leadership.
• Support financial planning, procurement, vendor management, and contract negotiations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local healthcare regulations, HIPAA requirements, and other applicable standards.
• Maintain administrative policies and documentation for accreditation, audits, and inspections; coordinate audits, risk assessments, and corrective action plans.
• Promote patient safety, confidentiality, quality assurance, and continuous improvement.
• Lead, supervise, and develop administrative and operational teams; establish performance objectives and conduct employee reviews.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, training, scheduling, and workforce planning.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, patient-focused work environment; resolve operational issues and facilitate cross-departmental communication.
• Monitor patient satisfaction, service quality, and feedback; address administrative complaints and coordinate timely resolutions.
• Implement initiatives to improve patient access, service delivery, and the overall patient experience; collaborate with clinical leadership to support quality care.
• Prepare operational, financial, staffing, and compliance reports; use metrics to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Participate in strategic planning, organizational development, and growth initiatives; support technology adoption and process improvements.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, subject to employer policies.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, if offered by the employer.
• Paid time off and holidays, according to company policy.
• Retirement savings plan, if offered.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Potential performance-based incentives, depending on the compensation structure.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level