Administrative Trainee

Advocate Healthcare of East Boston | Boston, Massachusetts

Advocate Healthcare of East Boston is seeking a motivated and career-driven Administrative Trainee to join our leadership team. This position is designed for an individual interested in developing a career in healthcare administration and gaining hands-on experience in the operations of a skilled nursing and long-term care facility.

About the Role

The Administrative Trainee will work closely with the facility Administrator and department leaders to gain practical experience across the day-to-day operations of the facility. The trainee will be exposed to multiple areas of healthcare administration, including clinical operations, human resources, admissions, regulatory compliance, quality improvement, financial operations, resident services, and facility management.

This position provides an opportunity to develop the leadership, operational, and regulatory knowledge necessary for advancement within long-term care and healthcare administration.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Administrator and department leaders to learn all aspects of skilled nursing facility operations.

• Assist with administrative operations, reports, documentation, recordkeeping, and special projects.

• Participate in departmental meetings, leadership meetings, and interdisciplinary processes.

• Gain exposure to admissions, census management, staffing, human resources, finance, environmental services, dietary services, rehabilitation, social services, and nursing operations.

• Assist with quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.

• Learn federal and Massachusetts requirements applicable to skilled nursing and long-term care facilities.

• Participate in survey readiness, compliance monitoring, audits, and corrective action activities.

• Assist with resident and family communication and customer service initiatives.

• Maintain accurate records while protecting confidential information and complying with HIPAA requirements.

• Develop leadership, communication, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.

• Collaborate with clinical and nonclinical departments to support efficient facility operations.

• Complete additional administrative and operational assignments as directed by the Administrator.

What We Offer

• Hands-on training with experienced healthcare leaders.

• Exposure to the full scope of skilled nursing facility administration.

• Professional development and leadership experience.

• Experience in regulatory compliance, quality improvement, operations, and resident services.

• Opportunity to build a strong foundation for a career in long-term care and healthcare administration.

• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

• Opportunities for professional growth within the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required.

• Strong interest in healthcare administration, long-term care, or senior healthcare services.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to work effectively with residents, families, employees, healthcare professionals, and organizational leadership.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and other applicable regulatory requirements.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and other computer-based applications.

• Previous healthcare or long-term care experience is preferred but not required.

• Must demonstrate professionalism, initiative, dependability, and a willingness to learn.

Why Join Us?

At Advocate Healthcare of East Boston, you will have the opportunity to learn healthcare administration from the ground up while working alongside experienced clinical and operational leaders. You will gain practical exposure to the challenges and responsibilities involved in operating a skilled nursing facility while contributing to our commitment to high-quality resident care and service.

For candidates interested in pursuing a career in long-term care administration, this position provides valuable experience and professional development within a real-world healthcare environment.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a resume for consideration. Candidates should include a brief statement describing their interest in healthcare administration and their long-term professional goals.