Problem
Open your web browser and search for a job description in a healthcare management position. You can also search in your local newspaper, career website or on a job board. If completing your search online, use the following keywords:
a) "Management positions in health care"
b) "Healthcare administrator positions"
c) "Health care management"
Using the Week 1 Assignment template attached, write an essay word summary that addresses the following:
A. Discuss the role of leadership in a healthcare setting.
B. Describe two characteristics every leader should possess.
C. Explain how an individual's personal perspective influences their leadership style.
D. Using the job description from your search online, state at least two requirements listed in the job posting that represent leadership skills or characteristics.
E. Explain how these skills or characteristics identified would be used in a healthcare setting. Include how the leader's ability to demonstrate these skills would help build a positive organizational culture where staff feel engaged and can participate in decision-making.
F. Discuss how you think these skills can help you in becoming an effective leader in a management position.