Healthcare Director Jobs in Des Plaines, IL

A Healthcare Director is a high-level executive who oversees the overall functioning of a healthcare facility, including policy development, budgeting, personnel management, and strategic planning. They are responsible for coordinating and directing health services, ensuring patient care meets established standards and regulations, managing the facility's budget, and developing and implementing operational policies and procedures. Furthermore, they may also be involved in community outreach and public relations activities to maintain a positive image of the organization.

Important skills for a Healthcare Director include leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. They should also have a strong understanding of healthcare laws and regulations, as well as financial management skills. Often, these professionals hold a Master's degree in Health Administration or a related field, and some positions may require certification as a health executive, such as the Certified Healthcare Executive (CHE) or Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE) credentials. Prior to becoming a Healthcare Director, an individual may have roles such as a Healthcare Administrator, Department Manager within a healthcare facility, or a Clinical Manager.

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Assistant Director of Nursing

  • Wheeling, IL (5 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 27 days ago
  • Wheeling, IL (5 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 27 days ago

$5,000 Sign-on Bonus! Position Summary In this role, you will be responsible for assisting the Director of Nursing in planning, organizing, developing and directing the overall operations of the...

Vice President Neurology Marketing - Remote Opportunity

  • Deerfield, IL (8 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Deerfield, IL (8 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 4 hours ago

Do you want to join a team where the mission is meaningful, the challenges are complex, and you can directly see the results of your hard work? Lundbeck is a global biopharmaceutical company...

Medical Director - Medicare

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

May provide clinical consultation and serve as clinical/strategic advisor to enhance clinical operations. May identify cost of care opportunities....

Director, Perioperative Services

  • Glenview, IL (3 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Glenview, IL (3 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 22 hours ago

at NorthShore University Health System in Glenview, Illinois, United States Job Description Position Highlights: Position:Director, Perioperative Services - Cardiovascular OR, Main OR and ASU/PACU...

Vice President, Compliance Business Partner - Hybrid

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 23 hours ago

Extraordinary Careers. Endless Possibilities.** **With the nation's largest home infusion provider, there is no limit to the growth of your career.** Option Care Health, Inc. is the largest...

Medical Director Neuroscience Clinical Development

  • North Chicago, IL (18 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • North Chicago, IL (18 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Along with Clinical Operations, is responsible for oversight of study enrollment and overall timelines for key deliverables....

Director, Healthcare Services - M&A

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Description About Alvarez & Marsal Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global consulting firm with over 10,000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a...

Vice President, Chief Privacy Officer and Data Protection - Hybrid

  • Itasca, IL (8 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Itasca, IL (8 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Extraordinary Careers. Endless Possibilities. With the nation's largest home infusion provider, there is no limit to the growth of your career. Option Care Health, Inc. is the largest independent...

Behavioral Health Medical Director- General Child Psychiatrist

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Behavioral Health Medical Director- Child Psychiatrist Location: Alternate locations may be considered. This position will work a hybrid model (remote and office). The ideal candidate must live...

J.P. Morgan Wealth Management - Vice President - Practice Management Consultant for East Chicago and Wisconsin

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago

JobID: 210613347 Category: Product Development JobSchedule: Full time Posted Date: 2025-04-30T16:47:53+00:00 JobShift: Day Base Pay/Salary: Chicago,IL $109,250.00-$172,500.00 The J.P. Morgan...

Health Care Administrator I - Imaging and Diagnostic Services University of Illinois - Chicago

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Health Care Administrator I - Imaging and Diagnostic Services Health Care Administrator I - Imaging and Diagnostic Services Hiring Department : Diagnostic Services Location : Chicago, IL USA...

Associate Medical Director - Orthopedic Surgery

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Anticipated End Date: 2025-05-16 Position Title: Associate Medical Director - Orthopedic Surgery Job Description: Clinical Operations Associate Medical Director Orthopedic Surgery Virtual : This role...

J.P. Morgan Wealth Management - Vice President Sales Practice Manager - Chicago, IL or/and Columbus, OH

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago

J.P. Morgan Wealth Management provides individuals, advisors and institutions with strategies and expertise that span the full spectrum of asset classes through our global network of investment...

Health Care Administrator I - Imaging and Diagnostic Services

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Health Care Administrator I - Imaging and Diagnostic Services Hiring Department : Diagnostic Services Location : Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID : 1033588 FTE : 1 Work Schedule : Monday-Friday...

Director Nursing - Hawthorn Surgery Center

  • Vernon Hills, IL (13 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL (13 miles from Des Plaines, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Overview At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people – the patients we serve, the physicians we support and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure...

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Salary for Healthcare Director Jobs in Des Plaines, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Directors in Des Plaines, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
36.0%
Master's Degree
34.2%
Associate's Degree
9.0%
Doctorate Degree
7.2%
High School or GED
6.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.0%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Healthcare Directors in Des Plaines, IL
2-4 years
34.6%
4-6 years
34.6%
1-2 years
23.1%
6-8 years
3.8%
Less than 1 year
3.8%


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