Accreditation Manager Jobs
Accreditation Manager jobs are open across healthcare, higher education, and professional certification bodies, with specializations in regulatory compliance, standards development, and quality assurance, at every level from coordinator to director. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Manages and supports the day to day operations of assigned patient care area(s).
Supervises all nurses and support staff including but not limited to Registered Nurses Patient Care Assistants and Technicians Health Unit Coordinators and related clerical staff.
Oversees the preparation of schedules utilizing wage and flex staff as appropriate. Adjusts according to patient flow.
Accurately forecasts and manages budget for the unit and ensures that any expenditures are within the budget. Knowledge of related benchmarks such as Paid hour per patient day and Worked hour per patient day.
Develops programs which address continuous quality improvement system enhancement streamlined processes patience experience and overall nurse performance.
Ensures compliance with appropriate regulatory requirements specific to the unit supervised.
Ensures that the highest quality nursing care is provided to patients and their families.
Develops and manages partnerships with clinicians physicians and administrative counterparts to achieve common goals.
Promotes integration of multidisciplinary work groups. Manages recruitment performance team member engagement and retention activities of assigned staff.
Implement the UVA shared governance nursing model at the unit level ensuring shared decision making that affects nursing practice quality improvement professional development and research.
In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing from accredited nursing program, Master's degree in related field within 5 years of hire.
Experience: At least 3 years of progressively more responsible experience as a registered nurse in a patient care environment required.
Licensure: License to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia required. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required. Valid Virginia Driver’s license required for managers with responsibility operations in multiple locations. Must have applicable specialty certification at hire or within 3 years.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
The pay range for this role is $110,697.60 - $147,680.00 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Retirement Savings
- Long-term and Short-term Disability
- Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Certification and Education Support
UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
Manages and supports the day to day operations of assigned patient care area(s).
Supervises all nurses and support staff including but not limited to Registered Nurses Patient Care Assistants and Technicians Health Unit Coordinators and related clerical staff.
Oversees the preparation of schedules utilizing wage and flex staff as appropriate. Adjusts according to patient flow.
Accurately forecasts and manages budget for the unit and ensures that any expenditures are within the budget. Knowledge of related benchmarks such as Paid hour per patient day and Worked hour per patient day.
Develops programs which address continuous quality improvement system enhancement streamlined processes patience experience and overall nurse performance.
Ensures compliance with appropriate regulatory requirements specific to the unit supervised.
Ensures that the highest quality nursing care is provided to patients and their families.
Develops and manages partnerships with clinicians physicians and administrative counterparts to achieve common goals.
Promotes integration of multidisciplinary work groups. Manages recruitment performance team member engagement and retention activities of assigned staff.
Implement the UVA shared governance nursing model at the unit level ensuring shared decision making that affects nursing practice quality improvement professional development and research.
In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing from accredited nursing program, Master's degree in related field within 5 years of hire.
Experience: At least 3 years of progressively more responsible experience as a registered nurse in a patient care environment required.
Licensure: License to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia required. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required. Valid Virginia Driver’s license required for managers with responsibility operations in multiple locations. Must have applicable specialty certification at hire or within 3 years.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
The pay range for this role is $110,697.60 - $147,680.00 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Retirement Savings
- Long-term and Short-term Disability
- Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
- Certification and Education Support
UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in accreditation manager jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, education, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience managing a full accreditation cycle with a recognized accrediting body
- Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards such as The Joint Commission, ABET, or regional accreditors
- Strong documentation and policy-writing skills for standards compliance
- Experience coordinating cross-departmental teams during self-study or site visit preparation
- Proficiency with accreditation management software or document control systems
Tips for Your Accreditation Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to the standard
Lead with the specific accreditation body your experience maps to, whether that's JCAHO, ABET, SACSCOC, or another. Hiring managers scan for framework familiarity first, so name the standards you've worked under before listing your day-to-day duties.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists accreditation manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Show audit outcomes, not just activities
Describe what changed after your accreditation work, not just what you did. Hiring teams want to see that you resolved findings, closed gaps, or achieved first-time full accreditation, not that you coordinated the process.
Filter openings by the accrediting body
Job titles vary widely across industries. Search for the specific accreditation body alongside the title, for example 'accreditation manager AACSB' or 'accreditation coordinator DNV', to surface roles that match your existing credential expertise.
Prep concrete answers for mock surveys
Interviewers in healthcare and education routinely ask you to walk through how you'd prepare a department for a mock survey. Bring a specific example with the accreditor, the gap you identified, the corrective action, and the final outcome ready to deliver.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate salary
Clarify whether the role owns one accreditation program or several before accepting an offer. Managing multiple active accreditations simultaneously changes the workload and your leverage, so confirm program scope during your final interview round.
Accreditation Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most accreditation managers?
The companies hiring the most accreditation managers right now include Adventist Health, University of Virginia, and University of Mississippi Medical Center, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Alaska, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Healthcare systems, universities, and professional certification bodies account for the bulk of active postings.
How many accreditation manager jobs are remote?
About 20% of accreditation manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote work most common in roles focused on documentation review, policy writing, and standards consulting rather than on-site survey preparation. Roles that require hands-on coordination of physical site visits or mock surveys tend to be in-person or hybrid.
How do you become an accreditation manager?
Start with a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as healthcare administration, education, or public policy, then gain experience in quality assurance, compliance, or program administration where you interact directly with accreditation standards. Build familiarity with at least one major accrediting body by working as a coordinator or analyst, then document specific outcomes like gap closures or successful site visits before moving into a manager role.
How do you get hired as an accreditation manager with little experience?
Target coordinator or specialist roles within accreditation offices, quality departments, or institutional effectiveness teams where you can own a piece of the process without leading it. Volunteering for self-study committees, taking on documentation responsibilities, or earning a certificate in a relevant framework such as ISO or Joint Commission standards builds a credible portfolio even before your first manager title.
What does the accreditation manager interview process look like?
Most hiring processes include an initial screening call, a structured competency interview focused on past accreditation cycles, and a practical component where you walk through how you'd approach a mock survey or gap analysis for the organization. Final rounds often involve meeting department heads whose teams you'd coordinate, and some employers ask for a writing sample such as a corrective action plan or policy draft.
Where can I find and apply to accreditation manager jobs?
You can find and apply to accreditation manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your accreditation background and apply directly to each one that fits your experience and target industry.
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