Clinical Director Jobs

Explore Clinical Director jobs on Ladders, where you can find vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Clinical Directors guide the delivery and quality of care, lead multidisciplinary teams, and help healthcare organizations meet clinical, operational, and regulatory goals.

What Does a Clinical Director Do?

Clinical Directors oversee programs, departments, or entire clinical services. Responsibilities may include setting care standards, supervising clinicians, managing budgets and staffing, tracking outcomes, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. The scope of the role varies by employer and may span hospitals, behavioral health organizations, clinics, long-term care, or other health services.

Common Qualifications and Skills

Requirements depend on the specialty and organization. Employers may seek an advanced degree in a relevant clinical or healthcare field, professional licensure, and substantial experience in clinical practice or leadership. Important skills often include team development, quality improvement, strategic planning, communication, and familiarity with healthcare compliance and performance metrics.

Clinical Director Salary and Career Opportunities

Compensation varies with experience, location, specialty, and the size and type of organization. Ladders focuses on vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more, making it a useful place to explore senior clinical leadership opportunities. Review each listing for its compensation range, qualifications, and responsibilities.

Find Clinical Director Jobs on Ladders

Search Clinical Director openings to compare opportunities across healthcare settings and specialties. Use job details to identify roles that match your leadership experience, clinical background, and career goals, then apply directly to positions that fit.

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$169K - $231K *

Champion strategic account growth by fostering relationships and driving behavior change in corporate accounts. Leverage market insights to meet revenue goals and enhance product utilization through c...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Elevate client integration projects by leading implementation of Prancer RTSM/Admin systems. Engage with clients, manage project activities, and resolve issues while ensuring high-quality standards in...

Wellesley, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$228K - $285K *

Join us to build internal actuarial capabilities, measuring and pricing economic value across programs. Collaborate with Finance, Clinical, and Commercial teams to develop robust ROI models and perfor...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Create impactful therapy plans for older adults while working autonomously in a supportive, collaborative telehealth environment. Enjoy flexible hours, full caseloads, and comprehensive administrative...

Arizona, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $186K *

Shape the future of organizational strategy as a trusted advisor, driving execution of initiatives and enhancing leadership effectiveness across teams. Collaborate to navigate complexity and foster in...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Help us manage diverse projects that drive strategic growth and collaboration across teams. As a key member of the EPMO, you'll ensure project success through effective stakeholder management and cont...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $156K *

Drive data excellence by leading analytics initiatives, enhancing governance, and integrating systems. Collaborate with leadership to deliver impactful insights and ensure compliance while leveraging...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $180K *

Drive mobile engineering excellence across diverse product teams, ensuring strategic direction, fostering collaboration, and enhancing delivery. Lead managers, shape architecture, and cultivate a prod...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful cost management strategies, oversee project budgets, and enhance client value through effective analysis and reporting. Collaborate with diverse teams to foster relationships and suppo...

Birmingham, ALRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of security by leading our first dedicated security function. You'll build and execute a comprehensive security program, ensuring safe AI adoption while protecting sensitive health da...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team that drives innovation and excellence. Contribute to impactful projects while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve strategic goals and enh...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

Lead the execution of software delivery by managing internal teams and vendor partnerships. Oversee backlog management, sprint execution, and ensure alignment between business needs and engineering ca...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$186K - $278K *

Lead strategic initiatives in healthcare economics, collaborating with national accounts to enhance patient outcomes and drive market access. Foster relationships with key stakeholders while executing...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $157K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing external audits for Risk Adjustment processes. Oversee audit deliverables, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure compliance while driving continuous improv...

Missouri, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $175K *

Join a team that's leading global clinical trials across diverse therapeutic areas. Drive project execution, mentor teams, and ensure milestones are met while collaborating with stakeholders to achiev...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of fire protection and plumbing operations by leading strategic initiatives and managing departmental policies. Collaborate with executives to enhance performance and drive client sat...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$71K - $95K *

Partner with us to enhance client relationships and deliver quality Patient Cloud projects. Lead end-to-end project management, ensuring timely execution and compliance while optimizing outcomes acros...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$68K - $113K *

Lead the charge in optimizing coding accuracy and compliance by analyzing complex patient care documentation, providing expert guidance, and enhancing coder education to ensure adherence to ethical st...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in overseeing compliance frameworks and regulatory trends, ensuring the certification team adapts to changes. Collaborate cross-functionally to integrate policy expertise and support c...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role focused on enhancing client success through strategic account management, operational assessments, and tailored solutions, while collaborating with cross-function...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $158K *

Elevate your career by driving strategic initiatives in Medicare and Medicaid. Collaborate with leaders to analyze challenges, develop insights, and implement solutions that foster sustainable growth...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Transform product vision into reality by leading cross-functional teams, defining roadmaps, and driving innovation. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance user experience and deliver impactful solut...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead and scale a dynamic performance marketing strategy to enhance demand generation, optimize marketing initiatives, and drive revenue across multiple service units. Collaborate with teams to create...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$180K - $212K *

Drive growth through innovative demand generation strategies, leveraging data and analytics to enhance pipeline performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize marketing efforts and l...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$78K - $145K *

Drive strategic growth by analyzing business opportunities and collaborating with C-suite executives. Manage cross-functional projects in a high-growth healthcare environment, ensuring confidentiality...

RemoteRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Clinical Director do?question toggle

    A Clinical Director leads clinical services or programs, supervises teams, supports care quality and safety, manages operational priorities, and helps ensure regulatory compliance. Specific duties depend on the employer and specialty.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Clinical Director jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for relevant clinical or healthcare education, leadership experience, and, when applicable, an active professional license. Requirements vary by setting, specialty, and scope of responsibility.

  • How much do Clinical Directors earn?question toggle

    Clinical Director compensation varies by location, specialty, experience, and organization. Ladders lists vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check each listing for its stated salary range.

  • Where do Clinical Directors work?question toggle

    Clinical Directors may work in hospitals, outpatient clinics, behavioral health organizations, long-term care, and other healthcare or human services settings.

  • What skills are important for a Clinical Director?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include clinical leadership, team management, communication, quality improvement, strategic planning, budgeting, and knowledge of relevant regulations and care standards.