Healthcare Director Jobs in Mississippi

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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Vice President, Growth, Product Marketing & Enablement

  • Jackson, MS
  • 3 hours ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 3 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...

Director of Nursing for Skilled Unit

  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 1 day ago

Monitors patient care metrics and work with clinical teams to improve the quality of care and patient satisfaction....

Director of Nursing for Behavioral Health

  • Jackson, MS
  • 1 day ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 1 day ago

Leads and oversees the Behavioral Health department, setting strategic direction, operational goals, and clinical standards. Responsible for patient assessments, care coordination, and supporting...

Assistant Director of Nursing RN ADNS

  • Shelby, MS
  • 4 days ago
  • Shelby, MS
  • 4 days ago

Overview Advance Your Nursing Leadership Career as an Assistant Director of Nursing (RN) at Diversicare! Are you an experienced RN with a passion for leadership and a drive for excellence in...

Director of Nursing

  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 4 days ago
  • Hattiesburg, MS
  • 4 days ago

Monitors patient care metrics and work with clinical teams to improve the quality of care and patient satisfaction....

Vice President, Growth - Payer

  • Jackson, MS
  • 4 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 4 days 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...

Director Of Nursing

  • Laurel, MS
  • 5 days ago
  • Laurel, MS
  • 5 days ago

DIRECTOR OF NURSING Department: Comfort Care Nursing Center Reports to: Director/Designated Manager Created: 4/10/25 Job Summary Provides leadership for quality/safe care, positive patient...

Vice President, Provider Growth

  • Jackson, MS
  • 6 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 6 days ago

Datavant is a data platform company and the worlds leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right...

Memory Care Director

  • Tupelo, MS
  • 7 days ago
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 7 days ago

Vitality Living Memory Care Directors maintain the dignity, excitement, and safety of our memory care residents through developing stimulating activity programming, ensuring their physical needs...

Director of Nursing

  • Columbus, MS
  • 7 days ago
  • Columbus, MS
  • 7 days ago

The duties and responsibilities of the Director of Nursing Services (Health Coordinator) include the planning, organizing, developing and directing the overall operation of the Nursing Services...

Traveling Director of Nursing Services

  • Jackson, MS
  • 7 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 7 days ago

Overview Smile, Youve Found Us! Are you passionate about caregiving? Would you like to work with the best team in the world? If so, Diversicare invites you to apply. We build on trust, respect,...

Medical Director-Payment Integrity

  • Jackson, MS
  • 8 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 8 days ago

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first** The Medical Director actively uses their medical background, experience, and judgement to make determinations whether requested...

PROGRAM DIRECTOR-NURSING-Tupelo

  • Tupelo, MS
  • 8 days ago
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 8 days ago

LOCATION Tupelo Campus TERM OF EMPLOYMENT 12-Month EMPLOYMENT STARTS July 1, 2025 CLASSIFICATION Administration QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED Graduate degree in nursing from a regionally accredited...

Hospice Executive Director 2025011771

  • Batesville, MS
  • 8 days ago
  • Batesville, MS
  • 8 days ago

This is a Job Description for a Hospice Executive Director in Batesville, MS. Summary: We are hiring for an Executive Director - RN, with Hospice experience. Duties & Responsibilities**:** [][]...

Medical Director - Mid West Region

  • Jackson, MS
  • 8 days ago
  • Jackson, MS
  • 8 days ago

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first** The Medical Director actively uses their medical background, experience, and judgement to make determinations whether requested...

Demographic Data for Mississippi

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Salary for Healthcare Director Jobs in Mississippi

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Healthcare Director positions.



Highest Education Level

Healthcare Directors in Mississippi 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 Mississippi
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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