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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$139K - $185K *

Lead the charge in driving branch growth and profitability by managing sales operations and fostering a customer-centric culture. Collaborate with teams to optimize performance and develop talent for...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform the Business Office to enhance patient accounting, streamline admissions, and optimize revenue cycle management while supervising a dedicated team and ensuring consistent performance across...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving growth by developing strategic sales plans and enhancing referral networks. Leverage your expertise in healthcare sales management to maximize revenue and ensure patient sat...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$174K - $374K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional patient care while mentoring providers and driving strategic initiatives. Balance clinical practice with administrative leadership to foster a thriving health...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading clinical reimbursement strategies across skilled nursing facilities, ensuring compliance and optimal performance through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to enhan...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$117K - $206K *

Lead enterprise-wide contract administration operations, ensuring data accuracy and integrity. Drive process optimization and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance client experience and o...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing pricing strategies, overseeing financial modeling and governance to optimize profitability and support strategic growth initiatives across the organization...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $280K *

Build legal infrastructure for a high-growth company, ensuring compliance and strategic risk management while partnering across teams to streamline decision-making and legal processes...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$66K - $106K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving project success and enhancing departmental efficiency. In this hybrid role, you'll provide vital administrative and project support, ensuring alignment with bus...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$96K - $141K *

Lead the charge in enhancing pediatric care by managing allied health services, ensuring evidence-based practices, and fostering clinical excellence for optimal patient outcomes and family engagement...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $195K *

Join a team that's driving project excellence across a multibrand portfolio. Lead and inspire a diverse group of Project Managers while overseeing client deliverables from planning to execution, ensur...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence in ambulatory practices, ensuring patient-centered care and fiscal viability. Collaborate with leadership to enhance strategic, operational, and financial performance whil...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by leading major fundraising initiatives that drive university growth. Collaborate with management to create innovative strategies that elevate philanthropic support, engaging di...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$87K - $131K *

Lead cross-functional teams to analyze complex business needs and translate them into actionable software requirements, driving operational improvements and strategic initiatives in a dynamic hybrid w...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$87K - $131K *

Lead the translation of complex business needs into software requirements, driving impactful solutions through analysis and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Foster operational improvements a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$88K - $103K *

Unlock potential by providing systems analysis support for technology solutions. Collaborate with business leaders and IT professionals to elicit requirements, document processes, and enhance operatio...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform patient care by leading a dedicated clinical team, enhancing operational efficiency, and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards while fostering a culture of excellence and collaborati...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Champion clinical excellence by leading a dedicated care team, enhancing patient satisfaction, and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards while driving operational efficiency and team engagemen...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform healthcare delivery by leading clinical operations and enhancing team performance. Drive patient satisfaction and compliance while managing a dedicated care team to ensure quality services f...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Champion the delivery of exceptional clinical care by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance with standards, and enhancing patient satisfaction. Drive operational excellence and foster a collab...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$300K - $310K *

Lead clinical excellence by combining patient care with physician leadership, enhancing outcomes and performance in a value-based care model while supporting primary care providers across the market...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Drive innovation and strategic alignment in managing a comprehensive digital services portfolio. Lead cross-functional collaboration to enhance patient care and operational excellence while ensuring t...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing business operations and enhancing service delivery. Lead strategic initiatives, manage cross-functional projects, and collaborate with senior leadership to d...

1 week ago

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

$116K - $193K *

Help shape privacy governance across digital platforms by managing initiatives, fostering collaboration, and ensuring compliance with privacy standards. Drive strategic actions and measurable outcomes...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$116K - $193K *

Unlock potential by managing enterprise privacy programs and governance. Collaborate across teams to implement privacy technologies, ensuring compliance and effective decision-making while driving str...

2 days 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.