Healthcare Director Jobs in Alabama

A Healthcare Director is a high-level executive who oversees the overall functioning of a healthcare facility, including policy development, budgeting, personnel management, and strategic planning. They are responsible for coordinating and directing health services, ensuring patient care meets established standards and regulations, managing the facility's budget, and developing and implementing operational policies and procedures. Furthermore, they may also be involved in community outreach and public relations activities to maintain a positive image of the organization.

Important skills for a Healthcare Director include leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. They should also have a strong understanding of healthcare laws and regulations, as well as financial management skills. Often, these professionals hold a Master's degree in Health Administration or a related field, and some positions may require certification as a health executive, such as the Certified Healthcare Executive (CHE) or Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives (FACHE) credentials. Prior to becoming a Healthcare Director, an individual may have roles such as a Healthcare Administrator, Department Manager within a healthcare facility, or a Clinical Manager.

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Medical Director

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 3 hours ago

The Medical Director oversees the day-to-day operations of the clinical operations for Thrive Alabama and is responsible for planning and directing all aspects of the clinics medical policies and programs...

Resident Services Director (RN)

  • Mountain Brook, AL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Mountain Brook, AL
  • 4 hours ago

Overview Advance Your Nursing Leadership Career as a Resident Services Director at Diversicare! Are you an experienced RN with a passion for leadership and a drive for excellence in healthcare?...

administration, or related area + Experience working in a highly professional C-Suite setting + Experience working and making independent decisions + Experience working in a matrixed healthcare setting...

Resident Services Director (RN)

  • Irondale, AL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Irondale, AL
  • 8 hours ago

Overview Advance Your Nursing Leadership Career as a Resident Services Director at Diversicare! Are you an experienced RN with a passion for leadership and a drive for excellence in healthcare?...

Director of Nursing (DON)

  • Union Springs, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Union Springs, AL
  • 3 days ago

Experience & Requirements Associate degree or RN Diploma required. Bachelor's degree in Nursing highly preferred. Three (3) to Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience...

Hospice Administrator

  • Auburn, AL
  • 4 days ago
  • Auburn, AL
  • 4 days ago

Operations, Home health administrator, Home health director We Offer Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Insurance, 401k Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO Competitive Salaries Mileage Reimbursement...

Director of Nursing Services

  • Oxford, AL
  • 4 days ago
  • Oxford, AL
  • 4 days ago

Overview Lead with Excellence as the Director of Nursing- RN at Diversicare of Oxford! Are you ready to take the helm of the nursing department and make a profound impact on the lives of patients...

Director of Nursing Acute Care Services Brookwood Hospital

  • Homewood, AL
  • 5 days ago
  • Homewood, AL
  • 5 days ago

Position Summary Responsible for strategic and operational oversight of Acute Care services at Brookwood Hospital. Accountable for achievement of departments and hospital goals in concert with...

Executive Director - Hospice

  • Tuscaloosa, AL
  • 8 days ago
  • Tuscaloosa, AL
  • 8 days ago

Our Company Oasis Healthcare Overview Our Hospice Executive Directors are the heart of our organization who support patients by providing overall direction for hospice services in the state,...

Medical Office Administrator

  • Mobile, AL
  • 11 days ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 11 days ago

Why Us? With a mantra of Empowering Human Potential, Hanger, Inc. is the world's premier provider of orthotic and prosthetic (O&P) services and products, offering the most advanced O&P solutions,...

Assistant Director of Nursing

  • Wetumpka, AL
  • 14 days ago
  • Wetumpka, AL
  • 14 days ago

Experience & Requirements Associate degree or RN Diploma required. Bachelors degree in Nursing preferred. Two (2) years of experience in healthcare / nursing administration. Active RN license in...

Graduate Medical Education Program Coordinator

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 14 days ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 14 days ago

Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Education, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related field preferred 3-5 years of experience in GME program coordination, medical education...

Assistant Vice President

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 16 days ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 16 days ago

Works with Clinical Operation Management regarding overall program strategy; works collaboratively to implement program changes....

Vice President, Provider Growth

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 18 days ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 18 days ago

Datavant Vice President, Provider Growth in Montgomery , Alabama Datavant is a data platform company and the world's leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is...

Demographic Data for Alabama

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Salary for Healthcare Director Jobs in Alabama

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHealthcareAdministration research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Healthcare Director positions.



Highest Education Level

Healthcare Directors in Alabama offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
36.0%
Master's Degree
34.1%
Associate's Degree
9.0%
Doctorate Degree
7.2%
High School or GED
6.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.0%
Some College
0.8%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Healthcare Directors in Alabama
2-4 years
34.6%
4-6 years
34.6%
1-2 years
23.1%
6-8 years
3.8%
Less than 1 year
3.8%


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