How to Become a Healthcare Administrator in Washington D.C.

The Administrative Director has accountability for managing human, material and financial resources to ensure high-quality, cost-effective delivery of healthcare services for specific patient populations. The position requires a bachelor’s or master’s degree in nursing. Education: The preferred qualifications are a master’s degree in one or more of the categories of nursing, health care administration, business administration, or a directly related discipline. Experience: the position requires at least 18 months of management and leadership with demonstrated knowledge of nursing theory, practice, administration, data management, and information analysis. The position requires specific experience in interventional cardiology/EP.

This position works closely with the Director for VA Programs and other internal team members and external stakeholders. The incumbent is responsible for the development and implementation of quality improvement, health information technology (HIT), clinical support, and other special projects or initiatives.

Education requirement for VA Program Management Specialist is a Master of Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Informatics, or public health. The applicant must show a minimum of 8 years’ experience in healthcare, clinical support, Health IT, and project management.

This position has oversight over the quality improvement activities and projects outlined in the Quality Improvement (QI) work plan and as required by applicable law, regulations and accreditation standards. Qualifications require a BS in health administration, nursing, or related clinical field. The applicant must show three years of healthcare quality or data analysis experience or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

This person is responsible for financial performance, personnel, facilities, services, provider-payer relations, and coordination with the University. The position performs planning and development of new services for the department. The practice center will be developed through concepts of team-based care with a goal of creating a model, patient-centered, medical home. These functions must be performed under applicable laws, regulations, the hospital's philosophy, policies, procedures, and standards. Required Education and Training: BS Degree in Healthcare/Business Administration or related field. Required Experience: Three to five years of directly related management experience preferred in a medical practice.