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 Healthcare is a business and, like every other business, it needs good management to keep it running smoothly. The occupation, medical and health services manager, encompasses all individuals who plan, direct, coordinate, and supervise the delivery of healthcare. medical and health services managers include specialists and generalists. Specialists are in charge of specific clinical departments or services, while generalists manage or help to manage an entire facility or system.

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Significant Points

  • Earnings of medical and health services managers are high, but long work hours are common.
  • A master’s degree is the standard credential for most positions, although a bachelor’s degree is adequate for some entry-level positions in smaller facilities.
  • Employment will grow fastest in practitioners’ offices and in home healthcare services.
  • Applicants with work experience in healthcare and strong business and management skills should have the best opportunities.

Jon Scott Melton
CAT-100-002
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