Healthcare Director Jobs in Massachusetts

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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Healthcare IT Director

  • Boston, MA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 7 hours ago

A Master's degree in Healthcare Administration or a related field can be a significant advantage....

Administrative Director - Psychiatry and Otolaryngology

  • Burlington, MA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Burlington, MA
  • 7 hours ago

Regularly review patient experience data to measure patient satisfaction and implement corrective action as needed to ensure patient-centered care is provided. 3....

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Remote Child Behavioral Medical Director - Western Region

  • Salem, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Salem, MA
  • 1 day ago

Job Listing ID: 4299746 Job Title: Remote Child Behavioral Medical Director - Western Region Application Deadline: Open Until FilledJob Location: Salem Date Posted: 06/27/2025Hours Worked Per...

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Medical Director - Care Plus - Florida

  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first** The Medical Director relies on medical background and reviews health claims. The Medical Director work assignments involve...

Administrative Director

  • Burlington, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Burlington, MA
  • 2 days ago

Regularly review patient experience data to measure patient satisfaction and implement corrective action as needed to ensure patient-centered care is provided. 3....

Field Medical Director-Radiation Oncology

  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago

Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) guidelines. + Aids and acts as a resource to Initial Clinical Reviewers. + Ensures documentation of all communications with medical office staff and/or MD provider...

Medical Director (Pulmonology)

  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago

Medical Director (Pulmonology) - US- REMOTE ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. Were proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation...

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Assistant Director of Nursing (ADNS)

  • Lowell, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Lowell, MA
  • 2 days ago

We are hiring an Assistant Director of Nursing/Dir. of Staff Development to join our dynamic care team at Northwood Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in Lowell! Northwood is a 123-bed skilled...

RN - Director of Nursing in Pittsfield, Massachusetts - $2,268/week

  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Pittsfield, MA
  • 2 days ago

Vetted is seeking a RN - Director of Nursing for a travel job in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. The job was posted 23 days ago. The assignment starts on Jul 8 and is 13 weeks long with 6 hour shifts 5...

Travel Director of Nursing Inpatient Psychiatric - $2,818 per week

  • Holyoke, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Holyoke, MA
  • 2 days ago

Genie Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Director Psychiatric for a travel nursing job in Holyoke, Massachusetts. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Psychiatric Discipline: RN Start...

Vice President, Syndicated Healthcare Market Research

  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago

Vice President, Syndicated Healthcare Market Research Join to apply for the Vice President, Syndicated Healthcare Market Research role at Ipsos in US Job Description What Makes This Role Important...

Regularly review patient experience data to measure patient satisfaction and implement corrective action as needed to ensure patient-centered care is provided....

US Patient Services Director - East

  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago

Company Overview Rhythm is a global, commercial-stage biopharmaceutical company committed to transforming the lives of patients and their families living with rare neuroendocrine diseases. We...

Demographic Data for Massachusetts

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Salary for Healthcare Director Jobs in Massachusetts

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHealthcareAdministration research efforts.

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Directors in Massachusetts offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.9%
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 Massachusetts
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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