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Freedom Behavioral

HOSPITAL ADMINISTRATOR

Lake Charles, LA · On-site

$75K - $95K/yr

The Hospital Administrator shall ensure the facility is adequately staffed, programming standards are met, and adequate resources are provided to meet the needs of the patient populations served. He ...

Legacy Health

Engineer

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$35.62 - $50.94/hr

Hospital engineering experience preferred. * Current valid applicable state driver's license and a driving record that meets insurance carrier requirements. * Limited Maintenance Industrial ...

Legacy Health

Engineer

Vancouver, WA

$36.33 - $51.96/hr

Hospital engineering experience preferred. Licensure * Current valid applicable state driver's license and a driving record that meets insurance carrier requirements. * Limited Maintenance Industrial ...

Legacy Health

Engineer

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$36.33/hr

Hospital engineering experience preferred. Licensure * Current valid applicable state driver's license and a driving record that meets insurance carrier requirements. * Limited Maintenance Industrial ...

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How much do hospital engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for hospital engineer in the United States is $115,864.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,000.00 and $151,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a hospital engineer?

A Hospital Engineer is responsible for maintaining and managing the infrastructure, equipment, and systems of a healthcare facility. Their duties include ensuring the proper operation of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and medical gas systems to support patient care and safety. They also oversee repairs, renovations, and compliance with healthcare regulations. Hospital Engineers work closely with medical staff and facility management to prevent disruptions in critical hospital operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a hospital engineer?

A Hospital Engineer should have strong knowledge of building systems, mechanical and electrical engineering, and safety regulations, typically supported by a degree in engineering or a related field. Familiarity with healthcare facility management systems, compliance with regulatory standards like Joint Commission, and certifications such as Certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM) are highly valuable. Excellent problem-solving abilities, communication, and teamwork skills set candidates apart when collaborating with clinical and non-clinical staff. These competencies ensure the hospital's infrastructure remains safe, efficient, and operational, directly supporting the delivery of patient care.

What are some common challenges faced by hospital engineers in a healthcare setting?

Hospital Engineers often contend with maintaining complex building systems and critical equipment while ensuring minimal disruption to patient care and daily operations. They must continually address urgent maintenance requests, comply with strict regulatory and safety standards, and manage resources efficiently, especially when unexpected issues arise. Coordination with clinical staff, contractors, and administration is essential to quickly resolve challenges such as equipment downtime or emergency repairs. These factors make the role both demanding and highly impactful within the hospital environment.

What does a hospital engineer do at a hospital?

A hospital engineer is responsible for maintaining and repairing the hospital's mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems to ensure safe and efficient operation. They often perform routine inspections, troubleshoot equipment issues, and ensure compliance with safety standards, using tools like diagnostic software and adhering to certifications such as HVAC or electrical licenses.
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Infographic showing various Hospital Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 3% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,864 per year, or $55.7 per hour.

HOSPITAL ADMINISTRATOR

Freedom Behavioral

Lake Charles, LA • On-site

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Job Description

The Hospital Administrator is responsible for the overall leadership and operation of the facility’s services, departments, budget, and functions, subject to oversight by the Governing Body. The Hospital Administrator reviews operating results of the organization, compares them to established objectives and approved budget targets, and takes steps to ensure that appropriate measures are taken to correct unsatisfactory results, The Hospital Administrator directs the ongoing mission and philosophy of care of the facility by demonstrating leadership through exploring, developing, accepting and implementing new ideas with vision, foresight, and customer sensitivity to meet the facility’s and community’s needs. The Hospital Administrator shall ensure the facility is adequately staffed, programming standards are met, and adequate resources are provided to meet the needs of the patient populations served. He/She ensures compliance with patient care quality standards and all state, federal and local regulatory laws, standards and protocols for each department, while assisting with the development of the annual operating budgets for these departments; oversees the development of policies and procedures; provides facilities management and oversight of the physical structures, HVAC, mechanical, electrical systems, utility systems and grounds of this hospital to ensure operative and safe working conditions; reviews human resources needs with department managers. The Hospital Administrator oversees and is responsible for the development and evaluation of the performance of each department and their improvement activities of the Quality Program.


PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education: Bachelors Degree, preferred Administration/Business related

License: None Required

Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years in a Leadership Position in a Acute Care or Psychiatric.

The Chief Executive Officer must be a sound leader who possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills to foster cooperation across departmental lines and manage information, environmental and fiscal resources to accomplish goals. The Chief Executive Officer must be able to maintain and demonstrate a broad knowledge of the tasks and assets necessary to accomplish the company objectives. Must have knowledge about needs and requirements of third party payers and the ability to be culturally sensitive to diverse groupings of employees and consumers of services as well as maintain knowledge of age/disability competency to the program areas served. Must be able to demonstrate a high degree of integrity and uphold high standards of care throughout the organization.

Additional Requirement


  • Effective verbal communication skills

  • Effective organizational skills

  • Effective interpersonal skills

  • Analytical problem solving skills

  • Ability to read and comprehend written instructions; ability to follow verbal instructions

  • Proficient knowledge of PC computers

  • Basic understanding of medical and psychiatric diagnoses and conditions


CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND/OR REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:


  • Photo ID

  • Social Security Card/Driver’s License

  • Primary Source Verification of education

  • Copy of clinical license if applicable

  • CPR

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