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Runs hospital, clinic, or health-system operations. Career path through department leadership to CEO.
$69,680
Lower reported wage
$117,960
Median
$219,080
Upper reported wage
Annual U.S. salaries. Actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience. The lower and upper figures do not represent starting and senior salaries.

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Wages reconciled to BLS OEWS May 2024 for SOC 11-9111 (Medical and Health Services Managers): A_PCT10-A_PCT90 = $69,680-$219,080, median $117,960.
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Relevant healthcare foundation; add management, finance, and operational experience. [1]
Coordinate staffing, budgets, processes, and business operations for healthcare services. [1]
Hospitals, clinics, medical practices, and other healthcare facilities. [1]
Often full time; around-the-clock services may require evenings or on-call coverage. [1]
Balancing service quality, resources, and operational rules requires judgment. [1]
Experience can lead to department, facility, or health-system leadership. [1]
These are possible directions. Promotion timing and pay depend on the role and employer.