Healthcare Director Jobs in New Mexico

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

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 9 hours ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 9 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...

Medical Director in Grants, NM

  • Grants, NM
  • 19 hours ago
  • Grants, NM
  • 19 hours ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Northern Region $87k - $149k Per Year Medical Director in Grants, NM Wexford Health Sources Occupation: Medical and Health Services Managers Location:...

Hospice Administrator

  • Hobbs, NM
  • 2 days ago
  • Hobbs, NM
  • 2 days ago

Operations, Home health administrator, Home health director We Offer Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Insurance, 401k Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO Opportunity to Participate In a Fleet Program...

Health Advocates Network - Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN Director of Nursing for a travel nursing job in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Director of...

Optum New Mexico - IPA Medical Director

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 2 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 2 days ago

Optum Mexico - IPA Medical Director Optum 401(k) United States, Mexico, Albuquerque Jun 16, 2025 Optum NM is seeking a IPA Medical Director to join our team in Albuquerque, NM. Optum is a...

Medical Director

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 3 days ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Santa Fe MSA $84k - $142k Per Year Medical Director Humana Occupation: Medical and Health Services Managers Location: Santa Fe, NM - 87501 Positions...

Vice President, Growth - Payer

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 4 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 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...

Senior Medical Director (Medicare)

  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 5 days ago
  • Rio Rancho, NM
  • 5 days ago

Administration, etc....

Vice President, Provider Growth

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 7 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 7 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...

Director of Oncology Services

  • Espanola, NM
  • 10 days ago
  • Espanola, NM
  • 10 days ago

One of the Southwests best Healthcare Systems has an opening for a Director of Oncology Services at one of their hospitals in New Mexico. Located in one of the largest cities in New Mexico, this...

Medical Director-Payment Integrity

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 10 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 10 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...

Medical Director - OneHome

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 10 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 10 days ago

Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first** The Medical Director relies on fundamentals of CMS Medicare Guidance on following and reviewing home health, DME, skilled...

Medical Director - Mid West Region

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 10 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 10 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...

Medical Director

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 10 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 10 days ago

Overview **We are offering a ten thousand dollar sign-on bonus!** Sub-Acute, Long-Term Care is a sector of healthcare exploding with potential and work-life balance flexibility (no weekends or on...

Medical Director - Care Plus - Florida

  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 10 days ago
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • 10 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...

Demographic Data for New Mexico

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Salary for Healthcare Director Jobs in New Mexico

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 New Mexico 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 New Mexico
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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