Management

Steps to Begin Exploring a Job in PA/ Healthcare Management

• Some management opportunities arise while employed at an institution as it grows and/ or restructures.

• Keep your CV/ resume prepared with examples of leadership, managerial development, and service.

• Know your worth. Your clinical skill set can be ample fodder for evidence of great managerial skills, such as communication, problem-solving, organization, leadership, time-management, interpersonal relationships, customer support, and innovation.

• Look for opportunities to be involved and say yes. Many healthcare institutions require and benefit from extensive provider support for quality, policy-making, patient safety, analytics, technologic innovation, and patient care changes. Get to know your institution and model leadership behavior by getting involved and advocating for what's right.

• Consider an advanced degree. A Masters in Business Administration (MBA) or Masters in Public Health - Healthcare Administration (MPH) can augment the validity of your experience and improve your ability to advocate for a promotion. A Doctorate of Medical Science (DMSc) can promote your commitment to PA advocacy and advanced training.

How to Look for Jobs

If a management opportunity arises through your own employer/ institution, you may be able to advocate for an inside hire and promotion to the position, especially if you're well-known to the practice. Involvement in your organization's policy-making, committees, and meetings can optimize your position to be aware of and be applicable for a promotion to management.

Check your institution's job boards for new positions using the search terms above. You may not be aware of opportunities in a different department or clinic but may be a good fit if you're experienced with the institution.

CME and Professional Growth and Development

2025 Annual Women Leaders in Healthcare Conference - December 2025 (Boston, MA)

AAPA Executive Leadership Conference - February 2026 (Clearwater Beach, FL)

ACHE 2026 Congress on Healthcare Leadership - March 2026 (Houston, TX)

Mayo Clinic 3rd Annual Leadership and Development for NPs and PAs - October 2026 (Salt Lake City, UT)

University of Pittsburgh Advanced Practice Provider Leadership Course

Search Terms for Jobs in PA/ Healthcare Management

Manager, supervisor, director, advanced practice provider (APP), clinical manager/ management, quality manager/ management

PA Job Types

• APP Director

• APP Supervisor

• APP Manager

• Clinical Risk Management

• Quality Assurance Manager