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.
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.
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.
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.
$80K - $95K *
Elevate the patient admission process by leading a dynamic team, ensuring high-quality service, meeting quotas, and implementing best practices. This role is essential in connecting clients with criti...
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Associate Director, Business Improvement
$130K - $160K *
Reimagine business improvement strategies as a senior contributor, leading high-impact initiatives across functions. Drive alignment, governance, and measurable outcomes while influencing stakeholders...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Empower a healthcare association by leading strategic initiatives, fostering partnerships, and driving revenue growth. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance program excellence and ensure effective...
3 weeks ago
VP Strategic Growth - Northeast Zone
$151K - $207K *
Unlock potential by driving strategic growth in healthcare sales, fostering executive relationships, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve commercial targets across Siemens Healthineers' Imagi...
Yesterday
$115K - $160K *
Champion member engagement by crafting compelling campaigns that drive awareness and action. Collaborate across teams to enhance communication, utilizing AI tools to optimize outreach and improve memb...
1 week ago
Director, Customer Success Onboarding
$120K - $145K *
Lead the onboarding function for diverse customer segments, managing a team to ensure a seamless transition from contract to go-live. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes and drive cust...
2 weeks ago
Telehealth Preventative Primary Care Advanced Practice Provider- NP/PA
$115K - $140K *
Empower a mission-driven team by delivering comprehensive, preventative care through telehealth and in-home visits, enhancing the health and dignity of older adults while utilizing integrated technolo...
1 week ago
AI Strategy Associate Director - State Health
$122K - $203K *
Champion AI innovation by leading strategy and implementation for Medicaid programs, enhancing operational excellence, and driving sustainable value across State Health agencies and their analytics ca...
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Director, Marketing Operations & Sales Enablement
$186K - $279K *
Accelerate commercial growth by overseeing marketing operations and sales enablement strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes, enhance lead generation, and implement i...
6 days ago
Behavioral Health Care Advocate - UM - Remote FL
$60K - $107K *
Shape the future of behavioral health by conducting clinical reviews and collaborating with providers to ensure optimal member care in a fully remote, innovative environment focused on outpatient serv...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Elevate financial operations by overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. Collaborate with leadership to drive strategic insights and strengthen compliance while mentoring a dynamic finance te...
1 week ago
Sr. Business Operations Manager (Remote)
$110K - $130K *
Drive cross-functional projects that shape strategy and operational excellence. Manage complex initiatives with analytical skills and strategic problem-solving to enhance growth and improve mental hea...
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$80K - $95K *
Empower business success by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operations, gather requirements, and implement IT solutions that align with strategic goals. Drive improvements in orde...
2 weeks ago
Regulatory and Legal Operations Manager
$110K - $130K *
Optimize regulatory compliance and legal operations in healthcare. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to industry standards while driving efficiency and effectiveness in legal...
Today
$90K - $110K *
Unlock potential by managing pharmaceutical programs, ensuring smooth operations, client relationships, and strategic execution while overseeing performance metrics and enhancing team collaboration...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive IT transformation by managing complex programs, influencing stakeholders, and ensuring successful delivery across multiple projects. Play a key role in enhancing customer experience and improvin...
4 weeks ago
Medical Director, Vascular Surgery - Remote
$248K - $373K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of healthcare through innovative claims review. Lead quality assurance for medical services, engage with providers, and influence policy development, while enjoyi...
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$67K - $182K *
Lead a high-performing underwriting team to drive profitable growth and deliver customer-focused solutions in Medicare underwriting across multiple segments. Collaborate with cross-functional partners...
2 weeks ago
$84K - $110K *
Transform risk management practices by conducting trade surveillance and compliance reviews, collaborating with teams to mitigate potential risks, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards in a d...
1 week ago
$117K - $156K *
Elevate strategic decision-making by managing integrated program plans, ensuring accurate portfolio data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced...
2 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Evidence & Insights (RWE & HEOR)
$90K - $110K *
Join a team that's shaping evidence strategies and insights in health economics and outcomes research. Lead client engagements, oversee analytics, and drive impactful decision-making in biopharma and...
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Sr Program Manager, Client Delivery
$155K - $180K *
Drive successful delivery of complex, multi-year programs in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage scope, budget, and timelines while ensuring client satisfaction an...
3 weeks ago
Clinical Informatics & Ontology Lead
$120K - $145K *
Lead the design and governance of clinical ontologies and terminology services, ensuring data quality and alignment with product needs. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance data normalization and...
Today
$125K *
Lead the charge in medical strategy by collaborating with teams to shape innovative brand tactics, enhancing agency-client relationships and driving research initiatives in a fast-paced environment to...
Reposted 5 days ago
Associate Director, CMC Operations
$155K - $190K *
Manage the planning and execution of CMC operations across multiple development programs, ensuring alignment with regulatory milestones and efficient collaboration with cross-functional teams and CDMO...
1 week ago
What does a Managed Care Director do?
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?
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?
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?
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.