A typical day involves supervising medical and administrative staff across multiple departments, reviewing performance metrics and regulatory compliance reports. They participate in budget planning meetings, analyze diagnostic service utilization data, and coordinate with department heads to optimize resource allocation. Time is spent evaluating new medical technologies, conducting staff training sessions, and attending governing board meetings to report on operational status. They also manage recruitment efforts for clinical positions and implement policy changes to improve patient care workflows.
Successful medical and health services managers combine strong analytical abilities with exceptional interpersonal skills, as evidenced by the high importance of oral comprehension and communication competencies. They exhibit intellectual curiosity and achievement orientation, staying current with healthcare advances while driving organizational improvements. These professionals excel at complex problem-solving and demonstrate social perceptiveness when managing diverse healthcare teams. They possess the self-control and cooperation needed to navigate high-pressure medical environments while maintaining focus on patient outcomes.
This role has strong resistance to automation due to the critical importance of human judgment in healthcare decision-making and staff management. While administrative tasks like record management and data analysis may become more automated, the core functions of coaching staff, establishing interpersonal relationships, and making complex compliance decisions require human oversight and cannot be easily replaced by technology.
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| tendency | 42 | 0.0148 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| others | 39 | 0.0138 | onet dimensi 97% dwas 3% | |
| health | 29 | 0.0102 | wikipedia 55% onet tasks 21% | |
| equipment | 28 | 0.0099 | onet dimensi 82% onet tasks 14% | |
| management | 20 | 0.0071 | onet dimensi 35% wikipedia 25% | |
| services | 20 | 0.0071 | onet tasks 30% onet dimensi 30% | |
| activities | 17 | 0.0060 | onet dimensi 53% onet tasks 24% | |
| medical | 17 | 0.0060 | onet tasks 41% inference 41% | |
| principles | 17 | 0.0060 | onet dimensi 94% inference 6% | |
| healthcare | 15 | 0.0053 | inference 67% wikipedia 33% | |
| programs | 14 | 0.0049 | onet tasks 36% onet dimensi 29% | |
| care | 14 | 0.0049 | wikipedia 36% inference 29% | |
| control | 13 | 0.0046 | onet dimensi 92% inference 8% | |
| resources | 12 | 0.0042 | onet dimensi 75% dwas 17% | |
| human | 12 | 0.0042 | onet dimensi 58% wikipedia 17% | |
| includes | 12 | 0.0042 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| objects | 12 | 0.0042 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| personnel | 11 | 0.0039 | onet tasks 36% onet dimensi 36% | |
| staff | 11 | 0.0039 | onet tasks 45% inference 45% | |
| operations | 11 | 0.0039 | onet dimensi 55% dwas 18% | |
| procedures | 11 | 0.0039 | onet dimensi 73% dwas 18% | |
| materials | 11 | 0.0039 | onet dimensi 91% onet tasks 9% | |
| ideas | 11 | 0.0039 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| organizational | 10 | 0.0035 | dwas 70% onet tasks 10% | |
| problems | 10 | 0.0035 | onet dimensi 90% onet tasks 10% | |
| needs | 10 | 0.0035 | onet dimensi 80% onet tasks 10% | |
| performance | 10 | 0.0035 | onet dimensi 70% dwas 20% | |
| techniques | 10 | 0.0035 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| body | 10 | 0.0035 | onet dimensi 100% | |
| orientation | 10 | 0.0035 | onet dimensi 90% inference 10% |
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[Core] [28% incumbents] Direct, supervise and evaluate work activities of medical, nursing, technical, clerical, service, maintenance, and other personnel. DWAs: Evaluate employee performance. | Supervise employees. [Core] [28% incumbents] Develop and maintain computerized record management systems to store and process data, such as personnel activities and information, and to produce reports. DWAs: Develop computer or information systems. | Maintain operational records. [Core] [28% incumbents] Plan, implement, and administer programs and services in a health care or medical facility, including personnel administration, training, and coordination of medical, nursing and physical plant staff. DWAs: Implement organizational process or policy changes. | Conduct employee training programs. | Manage human resources activities. [Core] [28% incumbents] Conduct and administer fiscal operations, including accounting, planning budgets, authorizing expenditures, establishing rates for services, and coordinating financial reporting. DWAs: Direct financial operations. | Prepare operational budgets. [Core] [28% incumbents] Maintain awareness of advances in medicine, computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment, data processing technology, government regulations, health insurance changes, and financing options. DWAs: Maintain knowledge of current developments in area of expertise. [Core] [28% incumbents] Establish work schedules and assignments for staff, according to workload, space, and equipment availability. DWAs: Prepare staff schedules or work assignments. [Core] [28% incumbents] Monitor the use of diagnostic services, inpatient beds, facilities, and staff to ensure effective use of resources and assess the need for additional staff, equipment, and services. DWAs: Monitor performance of organizational members or partners. | Monitor resources. [Core] [28% incumbents] Direct or conduct recruitment, hiring, and training of personnel. DWAs: Conduct employee training programs. | Hire personnel. | Recruit personnel. [Core] [28% incumbents] Manage change in integrated health care delivery systems, such as work restructuring, technological innovations, and shifts in the focus of care. DWAs: Manage operations, research, or logistics projects. [Core] [28% incumbents] Maintain communication between governing boards, medical staff, and department heads by attending board meetings and coordinating interdepartmental functioning. DWAs: Liaise between departments or other groups to improve function or communication. [Core] [28% incumbents] Establish objectives and evaluative or operational criteria for units managed. DWAs: Develop organizational goals or objectives. | Develop procedures to evaluate organizational activities. [Core] [28% incumbents] Develop and implement organizational policies and procedures for the facility or medical unit. DWAs: Implement organizational process or policy changes. | Develop organizational policies or programs. | Develop operating strategies, plans, or procedures. [Core] [28% incumbents] Review and analyze facility activities and data to aid planning and cash and risk management and to improve service utilization. DWAs: Monitor facilities or operational systems. | Analyze risks to minimize losses or damages. [Core] [28% incumbents] Prepare activity reports to inform management of the status and implementation plans of programs, services, and quality initiatives. DWAs: Prepare operational progress or status reports. [Core] [28% incumbents] Develop or expand and implement medical programs or health services that promote research, rehabilitation, and community health. DWAs: Implement organizational process or policy changes. [Core] [28% incumbents] Consult with medical, business, and community groups to discuss service problems, respond to community needs, enhance public relations, coordinate activities and plans, and promote health programs. DWAs: Coordinate operational activities with external stakeholders. [Core] [28% incumbents] Develop instructional materials and conduct in-service and community-based educational programs. DWAs: Conduct employee training programs. [Supplemental] [28% incumbents] Inspect facilities and recommend building or equipment modifications to ensure emergency readiness and compliance to access, safety, and sanitation regulations. DWAs: Inspect condition or functioning of facilities or equipment. | Advise others on legal or regulatory compliance matters.
--- SKILLS --- Speaking (imp:4.12 lvl:4.00) — Talking to others to convey information effectively. Critical Thinking (imp:4.12 lvl:4.12) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ Reading Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents. Active Listening (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand Writing (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc Monitoring (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization Active Learning (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr Learning Strategies (imp:3.25 lvl:3.88) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo Mathematics (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — Using mathematics to solve problems. Science (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems. --- KNOWLEDGE --- Administration and Management (imp:4.68 lvl:5.50) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, English Language (imp:4.37 lvl:4.85) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea Customer and Personal Service (imp:4.22 lvl:5.52) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic Personnel and Human Resources (imp:4.11 lvl:4.96) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra Education and Training (imp:3.93 lvl:5.46) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching Computers and Electronics (imp:3.79 lvl:4.89) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput Administrative (imp:3.68 lvl:5.43) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce Medicine and Dentistry (imp:3.41 lvl:3.19) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i Mathematics (imp:3.39 lvl:4.36) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl Law and Government (imp:3.32 lvl:3.29) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat Economics and Accounting (imp:3.30 lvl:3.86) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar Psychology (imp:3.21 lvl:3.79) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, Public Safety and Security (imp:3.18 lvl:3.25) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote Production and Processing (imp:2.59 lvl:2.85) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot Communications and Media (imp:2.57 lvl:2.57) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m Biology (imp:2.52 lvl:2.39) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd Sales and Marketing (imp:2.46 lvl:2.93) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products Sociology and Anthropology (imp:2.43 lvl:2.89) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human Therapy and Counseling (imp:2.39 lvl:2.54) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r Engineering and Technology (imp:2.36 lvl:2.25) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th Telecommunications (imp:2.36 lvl:2.07) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te Design (imp:2.00 lvl:2.29) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.89 lvl:2.00) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their Chemistry (imp:1.75 lvl:1.68) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a Transportation (imp:1.68 lvl:1.36) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea Geography (imp:1.64 lvl:1.43) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an Building and Construction (imp:1.61 lvl:1.14) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r Mechanical (imp:1.54 lvl:0.81) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main Foreign Language (imp:1.50 lvl:1.00) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu Physics (imp:1.46 lvl:0.75) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, History and Archeology (imp:1.39 lvl:1.00) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi Fine Arts (imp:1.29 lvl:0.43) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform Food Production (imp:1.26 lvl:0.52) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food --- ABILITIES --- Oral Comprehension (imp:4.25 lvl:4.88) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through Written Comprehension (imp:4.12 lvl:4.38) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. Oral Expression (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde Written Expression (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under Problem Sensitivity (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no Deductive Reasoning (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that Inductive Reasoning (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion Speech Clarity (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you. Speech Recognition (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person. Near Vision (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer). Information Ordering (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according Category Flexibility (imp:3.50 lvl:3.12) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.25 lvl:3.62) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas Originality (imp:3.12 lvl:3.75) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.88 lvl:3.62) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob Number Facility (imp:2.88 lvl:3.12) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly. Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so Selective Attention (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac Far Vision (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at a distance. Memorization (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced Perceptual Speed (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among Time Sharing (imp:2.50 lvl:2.62) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of Speed of Closure (imp:2.38 lvl:2.50) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea Auditory Attention (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra Visualization (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when Trunk Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.00 lvl:2.12) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c Depth Perception (imp:2.00 lvl:1.25) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and Dynamic Strength (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold Manual Dexterity (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your Finger Dexterity (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot Control Precision (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi Spatial Orientation (imp:1.00) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher Multilimb Coordination (imp:1.00) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or Response Orientation (imp:1.00) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o Rate Control (imp:1.00) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an Reaction Time (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs. Static Strength (imp:1.00) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects. Explosive Strength (imp:1.00) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping Stamina (imp:1.00) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti Extent Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs. Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.00) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.00) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta Night Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions. Peripheral Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting. Sound Localization (imp:1.00) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated. --- WORK ACTIVITIES --- Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:4.63 lvl:5.56) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, Working with Computers (imp:4.56 lvl:4.18) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:4.54 lvl:4.93) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o Coaching and Developing Others (imp:4.50 lvl:5.64) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw Getting Information (imp:4.48 lvl:5.07) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:4.44 lvl:5.56) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.43 lvl:5.29) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol Analyzing Data or Information (imp:4.36 lvl:5.11) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.32 lvl:5.46) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job. Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:4.32 lvl:5.36) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks. Processing Information (imp:4.29 lvl:5.32) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:4.29 lvl:5.64) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:4.29 lvl:6.04) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance Developing and Building Teams (imp:4.25 lvl:4.61) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe Training and Teaching Others (imp:4.19 lvl:5.07) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:4.18 lvl:5.04) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others. Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:4.15 lvl:5.00) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money. Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:4.14 lvl:5.54) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, Staffing Organizational Units (imp:4.14 lvl:5.07) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:4.11 lvl:5.21) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, Documenting/Recording Information (imp:4.07 lvl:4.46) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte Performing Administrative Activities (imp:4.04 lvl:5.00) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.96 lvl:4.39) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:3.96 lvl:5.46) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.89 lvl:4.61) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.89 lvl:3.93) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used. Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.85 lvl:4.48) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio Thinking Creatively (imp:3.78 lvl:4.78) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.74 lvl:4.46) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:3.54 lvl:3.93) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.25 lvl:3.18) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.25 lvl:3.79) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving Selling or Influencing Others (imp:3.07 lvl:3.29) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:2.54 lvl:2.39) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:2.37 lvl:2.14) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines Performing General Physical Activities (imp:2.25 lvl:2.21) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co Handling and Moving Objects (imp:1.96 lvl:2.32) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.86 lvl:1.61) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:1.71 lvl:1.07) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:1.68 lvl:1.11) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:1.64 lvl:1.11) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an --- WORK STYLES --- Intellectual Curiosity (imp:10.00) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep Cooperation (imp:9.00) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work. Achievement Orientation (imp:8.00) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, Social Orientation (imp:7.00) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work. Self-Control (imp:6.00) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res Stress Tolerance (imp:5.00) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work. Adaptability (imp:4.00) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas Leadership Orientation (imp:3.00) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work. Dependability (imp:2.93) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o Leadership Orientation (imp:2.74) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work. Attention to Detail (imp:2.60) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work. Integrity (imp:2.55) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work. Cooperation (imp:2.43) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work. Adaptability (imp:2.30) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas Cautiousness (imp:2.28) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related Stress Tolerance (imp:2.24) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work. Social Orientation (imp:2.22) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work. Self-Control (imp:2.18) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res Achievement Orientation (imp:2.14) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, Initiative (imp:2.14) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may Intellectual Curiosity (imp:2.04) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep Self-Confidence (imp:2.01) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control Self-Confidence (imp:2.00) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control Perseverance (imp:1.97) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in Empathy (imp:1.83) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.64) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work. Innovation (imp:1.52) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on Sincerity (imp:1.49) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou Optimism (imp:1.16) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un Initiative (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may Humility (imp:0.99) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work. Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work. Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work. Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related Attention to Detail () — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work. Dependability () — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work. --- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS --- Social Perceptiveness (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. Complex Problem Solving (imp:4.00 lvl:3.50) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev Judgment and Decision Making (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m Time Management (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — Managing one's own time and the time of others. Management of Personnel Resources (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best Coordination (imp:3.88 lvl:4.12) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions. Persuasion (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior. Negotiation (imp:3.88 lvl:3.50) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences. Instructing (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — Teaching others how to do something. Service Orientation (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — Actively looking for ways to help people. Systems Evaluation (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed Operations Analysis (imp:3.62 lvl:3.88) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design. Systems Analysis (imp:3.62 lvl:3.38) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, Management of Financial Resources (imp:3.25 lvl:3.62) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the Management of Material Resources (imp:3.25 lvl:3.62) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.12 lvl:1.62) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate Technology Design (imp:2.00 lvl:1.12) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs. Programming (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — Writing computer programs for various purposes. Operations Monitoring (imp:2.00 lvl:1.88) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr Troubleshooting (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it. Equipment Selection (imp:1.00) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job. Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications. Operation and Control (imp:1.00) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems. Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.00) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o Repairing (imp:1.00) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
--- NATIONAL WAGES --- total_employment : 597,080 annual_median : $123,860 annual_pct10 : $73,390 annual_pct25 : $94,700 annual_pct75 : $166,100 annual_pct90 : $224,340 annual_mean : $140,970 hourly_median : $59.55 --- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION --- highest_state : New York ($164,120) lowest_state : Puerto Rico ($82,580) dispersion_ratio : 1.987x --- TOP STATES BY WAGE (54 total) --- Health Care and Social Assistance emp: 465,700 median: $ 116,800 Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp: 43,870 median: $ 136,120 Management of Companies and Enterprises emp: 18,960 median: $ 149,460 Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp: 17,440 median: $ 159,030 Finance and Insurance emp: 13,520 median: $ 162,230 Educational Services emp: 10,810 median: $ 129,510 Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp: 10,750 median: $ 131,470 Retail Trade emp: 6,390 median: $ 161,490 Wholesale Trade emp: 3,930 median: $ 209,300 Other Services (except Public Administration) emp: 2,420 median: $ 107,320 --- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (16 total) --- Health Care and Social Assistance emp: 465,700 median: $ 116,800 Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp: 43,870 median: $ 136,120 Management of Companies and Enterprises emp: 18,960 median: $ 149,460 Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp: 17,440 median: $ 159,030 Finance and Insurance emp: 13,520 median: $ 162,230 Educational Services emp: 10,810 median: $ 129,510 Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp: 10,750 median: $ 131,470 Retail Trade emp: 6,390 median: $ 161,490 Wholesale Trade emp: 3,930 median: $ 209,300 Other Services (except Public Administration) emp: 2,420 median: $ 107,320
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model_pass2 : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes : Strong confidence due to comprehensive O*NET data, substantial employment statistics (597,080 workers), and clear wage information from BLS OEWS May 2025. Rich task descriptions and established related occupation mappings provide solid foundation for analysis.
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wikipedia_title : None
wikipedia_note : No exact Wikipedia match found, with 'Health administration' being the closest semantic neighbor at 0.386 similarity. This suggests the occupation may benefit from more comprehensive online documentation of the role's scope and responsibilities.
--- PROSE FIELDS ---
ROLE SUMMARY:
Medical and Health Services Managers plan, direct, and coordinate operations in healthcare facilities including hospitals, clinics, and managed care organizations. They oversee medical staff, manage budgets, ensure regulatory compliance, and implement technology systems to optimize patient care delivery. These executives bridge clinical operations with business administration, requiring deep knowledge of healthcare systems and management principles.
DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day involves supervising medical and administrative staff across multiple departments, reviewing performance metrics and regulatory compliance reports. They participate in budget planning meetings, analyze diagnostic service utilization data, and coordinate with department heads to optimize resource allocation. Time is spent evaluating new medical technologies, conducting staff training sessions, and attending governing board meetings to report on operational status. They also manage recruitment efforts for clinical positions and implement policy changes to improve patient care workflows.
WHO THRIVES:
Successful medical and health services managers combine strong analytical abilities with exceptional interpersonal skills, as evidenced by the high importance of oral comprehension and communication competencies. They exhibit intellectual curiosity and achievement orientation, staying current with healthcare advances while driving organizational improvements. These professionals excel at complex problem-solving and demonstrate social perceptiveness when managing diverse healthcare teams. They possess the self-control and cooperation needed to navigate high-pressure medical environments while maintaining focus on patient outcomes.
CAREER ENTRY:
Most positions require a bachelor's degree (46.4% of practitioners), with many holding master's degrees (21.4%) in health administration, business, or healthcare-related fields. Entry typically involves 3-5 years of healthcare experience in supervisory or administrative roles. Many professionals begin as department supervisors, clinical coordinators, or administrative assistants before advancing to management positions.
CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Career progression often leads to C-suite executive roles such as Chief Operating Officer, Chief Executive Officer, or Chief Medical Officer in healthcare systems. Many advance to regional or system-wide leadership positions overseeing multiple facilities. Some transition to healthcare consulting, policy development, or specialized roles in health informatics and quality improvement initiatives.
MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The field employs 597,080 professionals with a median annual salary of $123,860 according to BLS OEWS May 2025, ranging from $73,390 to $224,340. Geographic variation is significant, with New York offering the highest compensation at $164,120 versus Puerto Rico at $82,580. The largest employment sector is Health Care and Social Assistance with 465,700 positions, followed by government roles. Strong demand is driven by healthcare system consolidation, aging population needs, and increasing regulatory complexity requiring specialized management expertise.
AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
This role has strong resistance to automation due to the critical importance of human judgment in healthcare decision-making and staff management. While administrative tasks like record management and data analysis may become more automated, the core functions of coaching staff, establishing interpersonal relationships, and making complex compliance decisions require human oversight and cannot be easily replaced by technology.
--- REASONED EDGES ---
[riasec_cluster] Social and Community Service Managers (11-9151.00) — confidence:high
reasoning: Both roles share Enterprising-Conventional RIASEC profiles with strong management and administrative components in service-oriented environments.
data: RIASEC E:5.95, C:5.17
data: Administration and Management knowledge imp:4.7
data: Related occupation designation
[skill_overlap] Management Analysts (13-1111.00) — confidence:high
reasoning: Significant overlap in analytical skills, with both requiring critical thinking (imp:4.1), problem-solving abilities, and data analysis competencies.
data: Critical Thinking imp:4.1
data: Analyzing Data or Information imp:4.4
data: Related occupation designation
[task_similarity] Health Informatics Specialists (15-1211.01) — confidence:high
reasoning: Both develop and maintain computerized record management systems and work extensively with health information technology.
data: Develop computerized record management systems
data: Working with Computers imp:4.6
data: eClinicalWorks EHR software, Epic Systems tools
[knowledge_overlap] Health Education Specialists (21-1091.00) — confidence:medium
reasoning: Shared knowledge requirements in Education and Training (imp:3.9) and Customer/Personal Service (imp:4.2) within healthcare contexts.
data: Education and Training knowledge imp:3.9
data: Customer and Personal Service imp:4.2
data: Conduct employee training programs
[transferable_skill] Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars (29-9021.00) — confidence:medium
reasoning: Both require expertise in health information systems, data management, and regulatory compliance within healthcare environments.
data: Computers and Electronics knowledge imp:3.8
data: Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance imp:4.5
data: Maintain computerized record management systems
--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
match_keywords : ['health services manager', 'healthcare administrator', 'medical administrator', 'clinic manager', 'hospital administrator', 'health facility manager', 'medical services director', 'healthcare operations manager']
exclude_keywords : ['nurse manager', 'physician', 'medical assistant', 'health technician', 'clinical specialist']
title_patterns : ['Medical and Health Services Manager', 'Healthcare Administrator', 'Health Services Director', 'Medical Administrator', 'Clinical Operations Manager']
common_variations: ['health services manager', 'medical services manager', 'healthcare administrator', 'hospital administrator', 'clinic administrator', 'health facility manager', 'medical practice manager', 'healthcare operations director']
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