How to become a healthcare administrator

$123,860 median annual pay

Half of the people in this job earn more than the median and half earn less. Pay varies with location, industry and experience.

Median pay for Medical and Health Services Managers, BLS, May 2025.

Someone in this job plans, directs, or coordinates medical and health services in hospitals, clinics, managed care organizations, public health agencies, or similar organizations.

• Direct, supervise, and evaluate the work of medical, nursing, technical, clerical, service, and maintenance staff.
• Build and maintain computerized record systems to store data and produce reports.
• Plan and run facility programs and services, including staffing, training, and coordination of medical, nursing, and physical plant staff.
• Manage finances, including accounting, budgets, spending approval, service rates, and financial reporting.
• Stay current on medical advances, equipment, data technology, regulations, insurance changes, and financing options.
• Set staff schedules and assignments based on workload, space, and equipment availability.

Start with an entry exam, then add more as your role grows.

1. 1

   Entry

   For people just starting out.

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2. 2

   Intermediate

   For people with some hands-on experience.

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