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.
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Elevate your career by leading a dedicated team to ensure high-quality service delivery, compliance with regulations, and exceptional client support. Drive training initiatives and foster collaboratio...
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Join us to lead and enhance service delivery through effective supervision, training, and compliance. Foster collaboration, ensure client access to services, and maintain operational excellence while...
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Lead and inspire a high-performing hospice team, driving strategic growth and operational excellence while ensuring exceptional care for patients and families in the community...
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DIR - RISK MANAGEMENT/PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care through effective risk management and performance improvement. Lead initiatives to safeguard assets and ensure compliance while fostering a cultu...
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DIR - RISK MANAGEMENT/PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT
$95K - $115K *
Advance your career by leading risk management and performance improvement initiatives in a dynamic psychiatric facility. Collaborate with teams to enhance patient care and minimize operational risks...
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Empower your career by leading operations in home health care, ensuring high-quality patient services while driving growth and compliance. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance organizat...
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Director, National Payer Accounts
$240K - $275K *
Champion profitable coverage access with key government accounts and regional plans. Collaborate across teams to support Market Access objectives and enhance patient and provider experiences in this s...
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Quality Improvement Project Manager II
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Advance quality improvement initiatives by managing healthcare projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and enhancing member satisfaction through data analysis and process evaluation...
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Transform patient care by coordinating safe, effective withdrawal management. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive assessments, individualized care plans, and seamless tra...
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Engage in comprehensive patient care coordination for individuals undergoing medically supervised withdrawal. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, effective treatment and facilitat...
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Associate Director, Virtual Health
$115K - $125K *
Drive the development and management of virtual health services, enhancing operational excellence and patient experience while scaling innovative care models across the organization. Lead strategic in...
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Regional Director of Health Services
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Transform clinical operations by leading a dynamic team across multiple senior living communities, ensuring high-quality care and strong regulatory compliance in a newly acquired region. Build relatio...
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Champion health and wellness initiatives by supporting the Healthcare Director in delivering quality resident care, ensuring compliance, and leading a dedicated team in a collaborative environment...
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Elevate strategic partnerships with national brokers and clients to drive growth, enhance client retention, and deliver tailored insurance solutions. Collaborate across teams to ensure service excelle...
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Lead the strategic and operational management of the wound care department, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care through effective collaboration, quality improvement initiatives, and staff dev...
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Director of Health Systems Operations
$185K - $296K *
Advance your career by leading strategic initiatives and operational management across multiple sites, driving financial and service objectives while fostering strong customer relationships and team d...
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Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical trials through strategic oversight and collaboration. Lead project management efforts globally, ensuring quality, cost, and timeline objectives are m...
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Director of Space & Transition
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Unlock your leadership potential by guiding a dynamic team in developing strategic goals, optimizing operations, and enhancing patient satisfaction within a healthcare environment. Drive impactful cha...
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Unlock potential by leading clinical services as a Medical Director, ensuring quality healthcare delivery in a correctional setting. Collaborate with staff and community providers to enhance patient c...
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Oversee pharmacy operations, ensuring safe service delivery while leading a skilled team. Drive performance improvements, educate staff, and maintain compliance with regulations to enhance patient car...
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Transform patient care by delivering compassionate hospice services, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enhance quality outcomes and support famili...
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Unlock potential by leading financial strategy and operations for a dynamic healthcare organization. Collaborate with executive leadership to enhance sustainability, compliance, and performance while...
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Elevate channel strategy and partner relationships to drive revenue growth, enhance market positioning, and ensure effective collaboration across teams, while managing negotiations and performance met...
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Senior Account Manager, Employee Health & Benefits
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Transform client relationships by managing employee health benefits, ensuring compliance, and strategizing renewal processes. Leverage your expertise to enhance coverage options and deliver exceptiona...
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Shape the future of patient care by leading our PACU, Surgical Pre-Testing, and Endoscopy Departments. Drive clinical excellence, foster team development, and enhance patient outcomes in a collaborati...
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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.