Healthcare Director Jobs in Jersey City, NJ

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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Medical Director - Medicare

  • New Hyde Park, NY (20 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
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  • New Hyde Park, NY (20 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
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May provide clinical consultation and serve as clinical/strategic advisor to enhance clinical operations. May identify cost of care opportunities....

Director Nursing 1 Developmental Disabilities - (Bronx/Manhattan) - EOA #2025-121

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • moments ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • moments ago

NY HELP Yes Agency People With Developmental Disabilities, Office for Title Director Nursing 1 Developmental Disabilities - (Bronx/Manhattan) - EOA #2025-121 Occupational Category Health Care,...

Director, Healthcare Sector Coverage

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

Sectors | Healthcare | Director, Healthcare Sector Coverage | NYC About ING: Ranked #8 on LinkedIn Top Companies in Financial Services Crain's 100 Best Places to Work Ragan's Top Places to Work in 2023...

Marketing and Admissions Director

  • Fair Lawn, NJ (14 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Fair Lawn, NJ (14 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

Overview At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care...

Assistant Director, Nursing- Part time

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

Job Description Carries out the System, Hospital and Nursing Service mission, vision, values and the overall strategic plan, clinical management, patient care, budgeting, financial management and...

Medical Director for Complex Care, Correctional Health Services

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Medical Director for Complex Care, Correctional Health Services DepartmentMEDICAL CLINIC Location Queens Job ID121307 Civil Service ClassificationManagerial Hire In Rate$250,000.00 (for employees...

Director, Healthcare Services - M&A

  • Morristown, NJ (22 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morristown, NJ (22 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 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...

Associate Director, Patient Services

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Axsome Therapeutics, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company developing and delivering novel therapies for the management of central nervous system (CNS) disorders. The Axsome team is a lean, dynamic...

Administrative Director Patient Care

  • Newark, NJ (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, NJ (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Job Overview: First established in 1901, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center is a 665-bed quaternary care, teaching hospital that provides comprehensive health care for the region. Staffed with more...

Assistant Director of Nursing

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Program: Location: Overview: ArchCare cares for people of all ages and faiths where they are most comfortable and best able to receive it at home, in the community and in nursing homes....

President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

  • Newark, NJ (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, NJ (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Overview UH seeks a President & CEO who can continue to lead the clinical, operational, and financial transformations currently underway throughout the enterprise. As the only public hospital in...

Vice President Of Actuarial Services

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Reporting into the Chief Actuary, the Vice President of Actuarial Services is a key member of the Finance management team whose responsibility is to lead both the strategic and daily financial...

Senior Vice President - Commercial Health Analytics

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Senior Vice President - Commercial Health Analytics Aon is looking for a Senior Vice President with Health Economics and Benefits Analytics Leadership Experience This is a hybrid role with the...

Site Medical Director

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Experience & RequirementsGraduate of an accredited medical school.Fully licensed to practice medicine in the state of employment.Board certified in primary care specialty (Family Practice,...

Gyn Medical Director

  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (4 miles from Jersey City, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

OverviewEssen Health Care is a growing community healthcare network that provides high quality, compassionate, and accessible medical care to some of the most vulnerable and under-served residents...

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Salary for Healthcare Director Jobs in Jersey City, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Directors in Jersey City, NJ 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 Jersey City, NJ
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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