What will I do in this job?

If you choose to be a Health Services Manager, you will plan, direct, coordinate, and supervise the delivery of health care services. Some Health Service Managers manage an entire facility or system, while specialists are in charge of specific clinical departments or services.

As a Health Services Manager, you must be prepared to deal with change, technological innovations, and an increased emphasis on preventive care. You will be called upon to improve efficiency in health care facilities and the quality of the health care provided. Large facilities usually have several Health Services Managers who assist the top administrator by handling daily decisions. In smaller facilities, the top administrator handles more details of daily operations.

Health services managers are usually responsible for:

• improving efficiency
• improving the delivery of health care systems
• budgeting
• overseeing employees
• analyzing information
• interpreting data

Do I need a special license?

You will need a license if you choose to be a nursing home administrator

What type of education do I need?

If you choose to be a Health Services Manager, a Master’s Degree is a standard credential for health services administration. A Bachelor’s Degree is adequate for many assistant positions. Physician offices may accept on-the-job experience.

Will I find a job?

Employment of medical and health services managers is expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations through 2012.

How much money will I make?

Median Salary: $61,370 ($37,000-$109,000)
(2003-2004)