Managed Care Director Jobs

Managed Care Directors lead programs and teams that help health plans and healthcare organizations coordinate high-quality, cost-effective care. Browse vetted Managed Care Director opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders, and discover roles aligned with your experience in healthcare leadership, operations, and strategy.

What Does a Managed Care Director Do?

Managed Care Directors oversee care management and utilization programs, guide clinical and operational teams, and work with providers, health plans, and other stakeholders. Depending on the organization, responsibilities may include developing policies, monitoring quality and performance, managing budgets, and improving member or patient outcomes while supporting regulatory and contractual requirements.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experienced leaders with knowledge of managed care, healthcare operations, and population health. Relevant strengths may include team leadership, strategic planning, financial and performance analysis, quality improvement, regulatory compliance, and effective communication with clinical and business partners. A background in nursing, healthcare administration, public health, or a related field may be useful; specific education and licensure requirements vary by role.

Explore Managed Care Director Opportunities

Find leadership positions across health plans, provider organizations, and healthcare services companies. Use Ladders to explore vetted jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, compare role requirements, and identify opportunities that match your career goals.

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$197K - $328K *

Shape the future of pharmacy network operations by leading a team of attorneys, providing strategic legal counsel on regulatory, operational, and transactional matters within the PBM landscape, while...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$126K - $173K *

Transform provider onboarding and medical documentation processes to enhance compliance and operational efficiency. Lead teams in executing strategies that ensure timely, accurate documentation while...

Kentucky, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Grow your career with a dynamic sales team focused on recruiting healthcare providers. Drive new business, build relationships, and exceed sales targets in a competitive market while contributing to i...

Columbus, OHRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$205K - $380K *

Drive transformative supply chain initiatives, providing strategic leadership and operational oversight to enhance efficiency and best practices across client hospitals. Collaborate with C-suite execu...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$94K - $130K *

Drive product excellence as a Senior Product Owner, shaping technology solutions in integrated care. Collaborate with agile teams and stakeholders to prioritize needs, enhance workflows, and deliver m...

Kentucky, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$206K - $413K *

Join our team to lead in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, providing oversight, improving utilization, and guiding medical policy. Collaborate with staff and external partners to enhance healthcar...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Accelerate progress at strategic Federal Civilian accounts by driving growth, developing relationships, and leading capture efforts. Leverage market knowledge to identify opportunities and enhance mis...

Washington, DCRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $228K *

Drive enterprise Quality and Regulatory governance for U.S. operations, ensuring compliance with FDA regulations and overseeing manufacturing quality in the therapeutic radiopharmaceutical sector whil...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $150K *

Unlock new business opportunities by strategically engaging with key stakeholders in the Healthcare and Commercial Real Estate sectors. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive targeted campaigns and e...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$160K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to drive employer strategy and cultivate relationships with corporate benefits executives, enhancing the adoption of innovative Virtual Care solutions in a complex sales environmen...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$64K - $134K *

Drive success by managing key accounts, ensuring revenue growth through strategic upselling and relationship building. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver exceptional service and ac...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $176K *

Lead the charge in enhancing editorial excellence by managing a dynamic team, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality publications, and providing expert guidance on writing standards and project mana...

Alameda, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's leading Medicaid programs and initiatives, driving operational excellence and policy implementation while managing multidisciplinary teams and enhancing organizational performance a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $130K *

Champion change in healthcare IT consulting by leading enterprise software projects and enhancing organizational workflows. Collaborate with leadership, drive client success, and deliver impactful res...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to support product management for government insurance, ensuring compliance and driving strategic initiatives. Leverage your expertise to lead analysis, define requirements, and en...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Redefine educational excellence by leading grant development and scientific writing initiatives. Collaborate with healthcare experts to create impactful educational programs and publications that enha...

Florida, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Join us to lead strategic initiatives in project and service management, enhancing portfolio visibility and governance across Information Systems. Drive operational excellence and foster collaboration...

Topeka, KSRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$87K - $157K *

Unlock the potential of quality improvement initiatives by analyzing trends and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance Medicare quality ratings and member experiences through strategic program imp...

Missouri, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Advance global service delivery by managing offshore partnerships, ensuring performance excellence, and driving operational improvements across teams to enhance productivity and quality outcomes...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead the implementation and management of client Speaker Bureau operations, ensuring successful educational programs in the pharmaceutical sector. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to exceed cli...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$127K - $216K *

Drive your career by leading actuarial pricing and analysis. Oversee a team to ensure sound risk assessment and financial goals. Collaborate across departments to enhance processes and support strateg...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$127K - $216K *

Drive actuarial pricing and analysis to enhance financial performance and enrollment. Lead a team of analysts, ensuring compliance and sound risk assessment while collaborating across departments to a...

North Carolina, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$270K - $280K *

Join a team that's driving clinical excellence by overseeing trial execution, managing timelines, budgets, and CROs. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and quality while mentoring team...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$232K - $290K *

Optimize revenue generation by leading Sales and Revenue Operations, driving performance across customer-facing teams, and fostering a culture of excellence through strategic initiatives and cross-fun...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Engage with a talented team to drive growth and innovation in pharma sales. Own the sales cycle from strategic prospecting to closing high-impact deals, while developing key relationships that enhance...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Managed Care Director do?question toggle

    A Managed Care Director leads care management or managed care functions, which may include overseeing teams and programs, improving quality and efficiency, monitoring performance, and collaborating with providers and health plan stakeholders.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Managed Care Director jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly value substantial healthcare leadership experience and expertise in managed care, operations, quality improvement, compliance, and financial or performance analysis. Some roles may require a relevant degree, clinical credentials, or professional licensure.

  • Where do Managed Care Directors work?question toggle

    Managed Care Directors may work for health insurance plans, hospitals and health systems, provider groups, government or public health organizations, and healthcare services companies.

  • How can I find Managed Care Director jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Managed Care Director listings on Ladders, where you can explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more and review each posting’s responsibilities and qualifications.