This week highlights Administrative Professionals, and we wanted to discuss Medical Administration, which is an integral part of the healthcare industry. Nurses, doctors, and surgical assistants are essential for helping patients, yet office workers do their fair share of work helping healthcare facilities run smoother. Sometimes they can be overlooked or underappreciated, but here are the benefits of working in administration in the healthcare industry.
An Ideal Pivot
It is a terrific opportunity for those curious about the healthcare industry but who do not want to work in a medical capability, completing an ideal choice for those pursuing new possibilities without furthering their education in med school. You might need some certification but not the commitment to going back to school. Volunteering at a non-profit is a way to get involved and gain experience.
A Decent Salary
Working in healthcare administration provides workers with a good wage depending on their role. The average Medical Administrative Salaries in Colorado are between $37,000 and to 58,000 a year. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other vital factors, including education, credentials, supplemental skills, and years you have been in your profession.
An In-Demand Path
Career stability is something people want, and health care is grounded. The work in healthcare administration is accelerating faster than the standard rate for all other occupations. As the U.S. population grows older, with baby boomers remaining active later in life, there is a significant need for healthcare facilities to care for these people - and with that comes a heightened demand for administrators.
Growth Potential
You have a wide variety of options depending on your background as an administrator, and the job growth will only increase in the next decade. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) compiled statistics that revealed a 32 percent growth in health care administration jobs between 2019 to 2029. Healthcare needs are not slowing down, and the market will be great. Be prepared for the career change.
Assist Community/People
As a healthcare administrator, your assignment will presently affect your community and help contribute to the advancement of medical benefits. While you may not directly interact with patients, your demanding work will benefit them and the healthcare staff. Understanding that the way you handle your department or shape your facility will have a considerable influence and makes this profession a highly satisfying one.
Highlight Trending Jobs
The trendy and future popular needs in medical administration will be Hospital Administration and Management, Medical Coding and Billing, Database Administrator, Patient Advocates, and Telehealth Program Managers. These jobs are expected to increase with a high need, so think of ways to pivot to these roles with experience, training, and certifications.
At WSi, we staff Healthcare administrators at Colorado and the Mountain region facilities. Get in touch with a recruiter if you want to hear about our open admin positions.