Healthcare Director Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

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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Clinic Medical Director

  • Voorhees, NJ (13 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Voorhees, NJ (13 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Animal Welfare Association in Voorhees, NJ, is looking for a compassionate & empathetic Clinic Medical Director for our affordable care pet clinic. If you want to make a positive impact and help...

Memory Care Director

  • Newtown, PA (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Newtown, PA (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 3 hours ago

SAME DAY PAY available! If you would like to work in a positive environment and use your talents and experience to make a difference in the lives of seniors, we'd like to hear from you! At our...

Assistant Director of Nursing (RN)

  • Lower Gwynedd, PA (16 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Lower Gwynedd, PA (16 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 8 hours ago

Overview Join our team and grow with us both professionally and personally! Next day pay: Work today, get paid tomorrow with our PayActiv benefit! We strongly believe in providing our team members...

Vice President, Medicare Strategy Execution

  • Newtown Square, PA (14 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Newtown Square, PA (14 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 10 hours ago

Your career starts now. Were looking for the next generation of health care leaders. At AmeriHealth Caritas, were passionate about helping people get care, stay well, and build healthy...

Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON)

  • Lower Gwynedd, PA (16 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Lower Gwynedd, PA (16 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 18 hours ago

Overview Join our team and grow with us both professionally and personally! Next day pay: Work today, get paid tomorrow with our PayActiv benefit! We strongly believe in providing our team members...

Senior Medical Director for Behavioral Health - Government Channel - Remote

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 1 day ago

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by...

Remote Work

Director of Nursing - RN

  • Westampton, NJ (20 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Westampton, NJ (20 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 2 days ago

Overview COME JOIN OUR BROOKDALE WESTAMPTON TEAM!! Beautiful Family-Oriented Free Standing Memory Care Community in Westampton, NJ Now Hiring: - Full Time Wellness Director - Partners with...

Hospice Director of Nursing

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 days ago

"LSMNJ is a very cohesive company that truly values their employees. There is a heart to this company that truly cares and practices it's mission statement from the C level that includes all...

Assoc. Director to Director, Medical Information Call Center

  • Chadds Ford, PA (23 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chadds Ford, PA (23 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 3 days ago

Overview Incyte is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of novel medicines to meet serious unmet medical needs in oncology and inflammation and...

Vice President, Corporate Network Policy & Planning

  • Newtown Square, PA (14 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Newtown Square, PA (14 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Your career starts now. We're looking for the next generation of healthcare leaders. At AmeriHealth Caritas, we're passionate about helping people get care, stay well, and build healthy...

Behavioral Health Medical Director- Psychiatrist Virginia Medicaid

  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE (24 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 6 days ago

May provide clinical consultation and serve as clinical/strategic advisor to enhance clinical operations. May be responsible for an entire clinical program....

Director of Nursing

  • Paoli, PA (18 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Paoli, PA (18 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Description: Could you be our next Nurse Leader at Paoli Hospital? Why work as a Director of Nursing? Guide & Support Your Team. Your leadership makes the difference! As the Director of Nursing,...

Director of Nursing

  • Bryn Mawr, PA (10 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Bryn Mawr, PA (10 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 6 days ago

Description\: Could you be our next Nurse Leader at Bryn Mawr Hospital? Why work as a Director of Nursing? Guide & Support Your Team. Your leadership makes the difference! As the Director of...

Medical Director - Post-Acute Care Management - Care Transitions - Remote

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 7 days ago

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by...

Remote Work

Director of Medical Engagement and Scientific Congress Lead

  • Horsham, PA (16 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Horsham, PA (16 miles from Philadelphia, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Operations and Program Management....

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Salary for Healthcare Director Jobs in Philadelphia, PA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Directors in Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia, PA
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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