Administrative Director (Hospital)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Managerial Occupations
- Middle : Corporate and Organizational Managers
- Minor : Other Corporate and Organizational Managers
Summary
Oversees the hospital's administrative department, coordinating a wide range of tasks including business planning, budget management, personnel, general affairs, and medical fee claims.
Description
The Administrative Director (Hospital) is the head of the hospital's administrative department, overseeing a broad range of tasks such as business planning, budget management, accounting audits, personnel and labor management, general affairs, and medical fee claim management. Through coordination with various departments and negotiations with administrative bodies and insurers, they improve operational efficiency and quality, ensure compliance with the Medical Service Law and related regulations, and establish risk management systems. As a member of the executive team, they participate in mid- to long-term strategy formulation and maintain the foundation for medical service provision.
Future Outlook
With the advancement of an aging society, the demand for hospital operational efficiency and management improvement is increasing, enhancing the importance of administrative directors. Accompanying DX implementation and community-based integrated care promotion, there will be greater demand for individuals with IT literacy and business strategy planning skills.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Cautious / Good at coordination / Has leadership skills / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Flexitime / Medical Facility Work / Multi-Department Collaboration / Office Work / Partial Remote Work Allowed
Career Path
Medical Administration Staff → Medical Affairs Section Chief → Administrative Director → Business Planning Director → Director or Councilor
Required Skills
Accounting Software Operation / Budget Management / Medical Fee Claim Administration / Medical Regulations Knowledge / Personnel and Labor Management / Project Management
Recommended Skills
BI Tools / Excel (Advanced) / Hospital Information System Operation / Presentation Skills
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Logical analytical skills are required for business planning and budget analysis. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Mistakes in medical fee claims and accounting processes are not tolerated. |
| Communication Skills | Frequent negotiations and coordination with various departments and external parties are necessary. |
| Initiative & Leadership | As the leader of the administrative department, proactive judgment and action are necessary. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Continuous learning is necessary to adapt to changes in medical regulations and insurance systems. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | High numerical skills are needed for budget management and financial analysis. |
| Planning & Organization | High planning ability is required for organizational operations and business process development. |
| Problem Solving | The ability to solve complex operational challenges is required. |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to the diverse responsibilities and need for emergency responses. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | To advance operations through collaboration with each department. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Primarily indoor work with minimal physical burden. |
Related Qualifications
- Certified Medical Billing Specialist
- Certified Social Insurance Labor Consultant
- Medical Administration Certification
- Medical Management Specialist
Aliases
- Hospital Administrative Director
- Medical Affairs Section Chief
Related Jobs
- Business Planning Staff
- General Affairs Section Chief
- Hospital Director
- Medical Clerk