Managers in health care
High opportunity occupation
Career Overview
Managers in health care:
- Plan, organize and direct the delivery of health care services, such as diagnosis, treatment, nursing and therapy, within health care establishments
- Work in hospitals, medical clinics, nursing homes and other health care establishments
Job Titles
Duties
Managers in health care perform some or all of the following duties:
- Plan, organize and direct the delivery of health care services within a department or establishment
- Consult with boards of directors and senior managers to create and maintain standards for the supplying of health care services
- Develop evaluation systems to monitor the quality of health care given to patients
- Monitor the use of diagnostic services, in-patient beds and facilities to ensure effective use of resources
- Develop and carry out plans for new programs, special projects, new material acquisitions and future staffing levels in their department or establishment
- Plan and control departmental or establishment budget
- Represent the department or establishment at meetings with government officials, the public, the media and other organizations
- Supervise health care supervisors and professionals
- Hire the health care staff of the department or establishment
Special duties
Managers in health care specialize in administering specific health care services such as dietetics, clinical medicine, laboratory medicine, nursing, physiotherapy or surgery.
Earnings
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Work Environment
# Workers Employed
5,010% Employed Full Time
77%Work in this occupation is typically performed in a structured environment, such as an office or hospital.
Career Pathways
Progression to senior management positions in health care services is possible with experience. Nevertheless, there is little to no mobility between departments in different medical specializations.
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Occupational Interests
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Education, Training and Skills
- Administrators of departments such as surgery, clinical medicine or laboratory medicine are usually required to have the education and training of a specialist physician
- Administrators of other departments, such as nursing, dietetics or physiotherapy, are usually required to have the education and training of the medical professionals in that department
- Several years of experience in the relevant profession, including supervisory experience, are usually required
- Certification in the relevant profession is required
Education programs in B.C.
Skills
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Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Talking to others to share information effectively.
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Motivating, developing and directing people as they work, and identifying the best people for the job.
Keeping track of and assessing your performance, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Managing one’s own time and the time of others.
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Labour Market Statistics
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Employment
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Employment
5,010Employment by Region
| Region | Employment | % Employment of this Occupation |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 150 | 3.0% |
| Kootenay | 75 | 1.5% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 3,015 | 60.2% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 80 | 1.6% |
| Northeast | 15 | 0.3% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 635 | 12.7% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 1,030 | 20.6% |
Labour Market Outlook
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Forecasted Job Openings (2024-2034)
4,020Forecasted Job Openings
Forecasted Employment Growth Rate
Composition of Job Openings
Job Openings by Region (2024-2034)
| Region | Job Openings | Avg. Annual Employment Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Cariboo | 120 | 1.4% |
| Kootenay | 50 | 1.1% |
| Mainland/Southwest | 2,350 | 2.1% |
| North Coast and Nechako | 40 | 0.0% |
| Northeast | 10 | 0.0% |
| Thompson-Okanagan | 460 | 2.0% |
| Vancouver Island/Coast | 990 | 2.3% |
Industry Highlights
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Forecasted Job Openings by Industry
| Industry | Job Openings (2024-2034) |
|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 3,970 |
| Professional, Scientific and Technical Services | 10 |
| Public Administration | 10 |
| Repair, Personal and Non-Profit Services | 10 |
| Wholesale Trade | 10 |
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