Healthcare Administrator

Envision Unlimited; Iowa; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Mission-driven organization and impact

Job summary

The confidential Eastern Iowa healthcare organization is seeking an experienced Healthcare Administrator to lead daily operations, ensuring high-quality, compliant care and staff support.

The role partners with clinical leadership on quality, risk, and outcomes; builds relationships with families and regulators; reports to senior leadership. Bachelor's degree required; 5+ years leadership; Iowa license preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, Nursing, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 5+ years in healthcare leadership, incl. 3+ in admin/senior ops.
• Iowa Nursing Home Administrator license or eligibility.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations and compliance.
• Budget management and financial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations across clinical, administrative, financial, and support services.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and lead survey readiness.
• Develop and manage the operating budget and improve efficiency.
• Recruit and develop leadership, fostering accountability and respect.
• Collaborate with clinical leadership on quality, risk and outcomes; report to senior leadership.

Skills

Healthcare leadership

Budget management

Communication skills

Regulatory compliance

Quality improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, Nursing, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

We are conducting a confidential search on behalf of a well-established healthcare organization in Eastern Iowa. The organization is seeking an experienced, people-focused Healthcare Administrator to lead its day-to-day operations. This leader will make sure residents and clients receive high-quality, compliant care, and that staff feel supported. The company name will be shared with qualified candidates as they move through the interview process.

What You’ll Do

• Lead all daily operations of the facility, including clinical, administrative, financial, and support services
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations, licensing standards, and accreditation requirements, and lead survey readiness
• Develop and manage the operating budget, monitor financial performance, and identify ways to improve efficiency
• Recruit, develop, and retain a strong leadership team and workforce, and build a culture of accountability and respect
• Partner with clinical leadership on quality improvement, risk management, and service outcomes
• Build relationships with families, community partners, referral sources, and regulatory agencies
• Report on performance, compliance, and strategic goals to senior leadership

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, Nursing, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
• 5+ years of healthcare leadership experience, including at least 3 years in an administrator or senior operations role
• [Iowa Nursing Home Administrator license / eligibility for licensure, if required for this role]
• Strong knowledge of healthcare regulations, survey processes, and compliance
• Proven budget management and financial acumen
• Steady, visible leadership style and strong communication skills
• Mental or behavioral health experience is a plus

What’s Offered

• Paid time off
• The chance to make a lasting impact in a mission-driven organization and community