How to Become a Health Services Administrator
Plan, direct, and coordinate medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, or managed care organizations. It typically requires a master's degree, with a median salary of $110,680 per year and much faster than average projected job growth.
Median pay
$110,680/yr
Typical range
$67,900 to $209,990
Job growth
28%
Openings / yr
54,700
Majors that lead here
Key skills
- Healthcare Management
- Budgeting
- Regulatory Compliance
- Leadership
- Data Analysis
Helpful certifications
- FACHE (Fellow of ACHE)
- CPHQ
- CHC
Is this career a fit?
Remote-friendly
55/100
Work-life balance
58/100
Stress level
50/100
Satisfaction
72/100
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