MHA or MBA- healthcare emphasis

Hello, in the fall I start a masters in healthcare administration. I currently work as a respiratory therapist and have no supervisor skills or management skills. A lot of manager/leadsership/director postions that I look at in the hospital want you to either have a MBA or MHA along with five years of supervisor or leadership experience. I do not have any leadership or supervisor experience. I have mostly worked for small hospitals that do not actually have supervisors or room for growth. I was hoping on my résumé or an interview I could somehow showcase that I have worked as lead therapist and have also worked nights independently that could frame leadership skills. I also train students and new hires, make sure equipment is stocked and not expired, and being respiratory I’m all over the hospital, communicating with nurses, physicians and nurse assistance along with physical therapy in case management. I also work for my husband’s small tire company which I handle involving and finances. I guess you could say that I am discouraged. I do not want to get a masters and have a hard time finding a position and I’m wondering if a masters in business administration with the emphasis on healthcare would potentially be a better route since it would open up doors beyond healthcare. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!

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