Hospital Administrator Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Hospital Administrator:

  • Bachelors degree in Healthcare Administration or related (essential).
  • Current CPR certification (essential).
  • 2 years of experience at a healthcare facility in a Hospital Administrator role (essential).
  • Good knowledge of medical terminology, HIPAA regulations, ICD and CPT coding (highly advantageous).
  • Ability to work under pressure and react effectively to emergency situations.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Excellent documentation, communication and IT skills.
  • Passionate about clinical excellence.
  • Critical thinker with strong conceptual and problem-solving skills.
  • Great attention to detail with the ability to multi-task.
  • Superb organizational, administrative and planning skills.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Hospital Administrator skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Hospital Administrator roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.