Healthcare Director Jobs in Dorchester, MA

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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Associate Medical Director, PVRM

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

Sumitomo Pharma Co., Ltd. is a global pharmaceutical company based in Japan with key operations in the U.S. (Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc.), Canada (Sumitomo Pharma Canada, Inc.) and Europe...

US Medical Director, Dermatology (NextGen Immunology)

  • Cambridge, MA (5 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Cambridge, MA (5 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 hours ago

Job Title: US Medical Director, Dermatology (NextGen Immunology) Location: Cambridge, MA Morristown, NJ About the Job A strategic medical leadership role within Sanofi's Next Gen Immunology...

Medical Director

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 hours ago

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including clinical operations, regulatory affairs, and biostatistics, to ensure alignment on clinical strategy and study design....

RN Director of Nursing

  • Scituate, MA (19 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Scituate, MA (19 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 3 hours ago

Live the Mission MUST HAVE LTC/SNF EXPERIENCE Position Summary The RN Director of Nursing plans, organizes, develops, and directs the overall operation of the Nursing department to ensure the...

Field Medical Director - Vascular Surgery

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 23 hours ago

Your Future Evolves Here** Evolent partners with health plans and providers to achieve better outcomes for people with most complex and costly health conditions. Working across specialties and...

Vice President (VP), Healthcare Communications

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 23 hours ago

FleishmanHillard, a leading global communications agency, has an immediate opening for an entrepreneurial, self-starting Vice President to join our growing healthcare team. This is an exciting...

Physician - Medical Director Primary Care CBOC

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 1 day ago

JobSummary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy...

Operations Management Vice President

  • Foxborough, MA (18 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Foxborough, MA (18 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 1 day ago

MENTOR Adult Day Health, a member of the Sevita family, provides day programs for elders with complex medical or rehabilitative needs. This allows seniors to obtain quality healthcare while...

Health Plan Medical Director

  • Somerville, MA (5 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Somerville, MA (5 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Site: Mass General Brigham Health Plan Holding Company, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers,...

Physician-Geriatrics Deputy Medical Director

  • Brockton, MA (15 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brockton, MA (15 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 1 day ago

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit...

President & CEO

  • Revere, MA (8 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Revere, MA (8 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 1 day ago

expand services, as well as add potential new services to meet the growing healthcare needs of our communities Enhance the quality, access, safety, and efficiency of patient services and increase patient...

Vice President , Business Operations & Clinical Analytics Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago

s degree in healthcare administration, public health, business, or related field strongly preferred....

Vice President , Business Operations & Clinical Analytics

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Supervisory Responsibilities Supervises five direct reports Qualifications MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors degree required; masters degree in healthcare administration, public health, business...

Assistant Director Surgical Services

  • Natick, MA (13 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Natick, MA (13 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago

MetroWest Medical Center is the largest community health care system between Worcester and Boston. MetroWest Medical Center is committed to providing high quality, comprehensive care, at a...

Senior Director, Nursing

  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (3 miles from Dorchester, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Drive initiatives to improve patient satisfaction, safety, and staff engagement....

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Salary for Healthcare Director Jobs in Dorchester, MA

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Directors in Dorchester, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.9%
Master's Degree
34.3%
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 Dorchester, MA
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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