Welcome to Executive Medical Director jobs

Looking to climb the medical career ladder? You're in the right place. We have a plethora of Executive Medical Director positions from top employers ready for you to apply.

What is an Executive Medical Director?

An Executive Medical Director is a high-level professional in the healthcare industry. They oversee medical operations and work to maintain and improve the quality of patient care.

Why Executive Medical Director jobs?

Executive medical director roles are challenging, derive value from improving patient care, and provide a high salary. These roles are integral in shaping and influencing healthcare policies and maintaining high-quality standards in patient care.

How to qualify as an Executive Medical Director?

Typically you'll need a medical degree, along with significant clinical and leadership experience. Most employers prefer candidates with a master's degree in health administration or a related field.

Your next step?

If your goal is to make a significant impact in healthcare and earn a high salary, consider an Executive Medical Director role. Start exploring the opportunities we have curated for you here on Ladders.

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$227K - $385K *

Advance the standards of care by ensuring compliance with medical policies and regulations in a collaborative multidisciplinary team environment. Conduct critical reviews of medical necessity for trea...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$227K - $385K *

Lead the charge in optimizing patient treatment through rigorous utilization management. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while ensuring compliance with clinical standards and healthcare regul...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$236K - $449K *

Optimize medical management and quality initiatives, ensuring effective utilization and improvement in care while providing leadership and collaboration across teams to enhance patient outcomes and op...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$215K - $408K *

Transform healthcare delivery by providing medical leadership and oversight, enhancing quality improvement, and driving innovative care strategies across the health plan's operations and provider netw...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$225K - $428K *

Transform healthcare delivery by leading medical management initiatives, driving quality improvement, and enhancing provider collaboration. Contribute to strategic planning and performance optimizatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$207K - $346K *

Join a dedicated team to provide expert medical reviews and insights for post-acute care. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure quality service delivery and optimal patient outcomes in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$207K - $346K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leveraging your clinical expertise to conduct evidence-based case reviews and collaborate with physicians to ensure optimal patient care...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$236K - $449K *

Pioneer medical leadership and quality improvement initiatives, driving utilization management and coordination of care for diverse populations. Collaborate across teams to enhance patient outcomes an...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$207K - $346K *

Reimagine patient care by leveraging clinical expertise to conduct medical reviews, provide peer consultations, and collaborate with a network of physicians, ensuring evidence-based decision-making an...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$280K - $345K *

Join a collaborative team and lead initiatives in Utilization Management, ensuring quality medical service delivery while mentoring staff and enhancing efficiency within a fast-growing health plan org...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$207K - $346K *

Lead with your clinical expertise to conduct evidence-based medical reviews, collaborating with healthcare providers to enhance patient care. This role offers growth while ensuring high standards and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$225K - $428K *

Champion the future of healthcare by leading vital medical affairs initiatives. Assist in guiding utilization management and quality improvement, while engaging with providers to enhance patient care...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Unlock potential by leading clinical programs and managing health plan Medical Directors to drive quality, efficiency, and evidence-based care management initiatives across various healthcare settings...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing clinical education and quality assurance in palliative care, shaping consistent, high-quality patient experiences while supporting a culture of excellence through strategi...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $140K *

Champion the development of impactful medical content and strategy, leading a team to drive excellence in scientific communication. Partner cross-functionally to enhance client relationships and ensur...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$275K - $380K *

Join a team that's redefining patient care by leading innovative virtual health initiatives, ensuring quality and safety across a national acute care model, and leveraging AI technologies to improve o...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Drive risk management initiatives by evaluating safety data, overseeing signal detection, and ensuring pharmacovigilance compliance in cross-functional collaboration to achieve project goals with qual...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$330K - $364K *

Shape the global medical affairs strategy bridging Clinical and Commercial functions. Lead a team to engage with key stakeholders, supporting regulatory milestones and commercial readiness. Drive scie...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$174K - $374K *

Join our team to oversee medical policy implementation and enhance healthcare delivery. In this role, you will lead clinical programs, ensure quality assurance, and act as a liaison to support provide...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Champion innovative research by leading medical oversight in endocrinology. Collaborate on vital projects to enhance patient care and regulatory compliance while leveraging your extensive clinical exp...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$207K - $346K *

Lead evidence-based medical case reviews and provider consultations, leveraging your clinical expertise to ensure proper care. Collaborate with a network of physicians while enjoying a structured remo...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$233K *

Champion transformative medical breakthroughs by leading strategic initiatives in healthcare collaboration, providing expert guidance, and influencing project success in Women's Health. Drive innovati...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$207K - $346K *

Drive your career forward by utilizing your expertise in Radiation Oncology to conduct evidence-based medical reviews, collaborate with healthcare providers, and enhance patient care in a dynamic, rem...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Elevate patient support services by leading teams to provide exemplary care, driving operational efficiency and performance metrics while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboratio...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$233K - $315K *

Unlock potential by leading clinical safety oversight as a Senior Director, guiding high-quality medical monitoring and supporting critical safety strategies across multifaceted teams in Nephrology an...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What qualifications do you need to be an Executive Medical Director?question toggle

    Typically, an Executive Medical Director job requires a medical degree and significant clinical and leadership experience. Many employers prefer candidates with a master's degree in health administration or a related field.

  • What is the role of an Executive Medical Director?question toggle

    An Executive Medical Director oversees medical operations, including planning, directing, and coordinating medical and health services. They work to maintain and improve the quality of patient care.

  • Why should I consider an Executive Medical Director job?question toggle

    Executive medical director jobs offer the opportunity to make a significant impact on healthcare policies and improve patient care quality. These roles also come with a high salary.