Healthcare Director Jobs in Bethesda, MD

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 Behavioral Health Hybrid Washington DC

  • Washington, DC (6 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Washington, DC (6 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 60+ days ago

case reviews in conjunction with Medical Excellence Department responsible for HEDIS performance ;Maintains familiarity with federal, state and local regulations that may pertain to the medical and clinical...

Regional Vice President, Growth

  • Washington, DC (6 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (6 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 7 hours ago

Datavant is a data platform company and the world's leader in health data exchange. Our vision is that every healthcare decision is powered by the right data, at the right time, in the right...

Director of Nursing, Day Shift, Med Surg and Intensive Care Unit

  • Fort Washington, MD (16 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Fort Washington, MD (16 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 23 hours ago

Fort Washington Medical Center If you are a current Adventist HealthCare employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account. Adventist HealthCare seeks to hire an experienced...

Palliative Care Medical Director/Attending Physician - MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center

  • Washington, DC (6 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (6 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 23 hours ago

Palliative Care Medical Director/Attending Physician - MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center MedStar Health offers a uniquely rewarding career in a major marketplace. Shape your future in...

Palliative Care Medical Director/Division Chief Physician - MedStar Washington Hospital Center

  • Washington, DC (6 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (6 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Palliative Care Medical Director/Division Chief Physician - MedStar Washington Hospital Center MedStar Health offers a uniquely rewarding career in a major marketplace. Shape your future in health...

Director of Nursing Emergency Department - copy

  • Clinton, MD (19 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Clinton, MD (19 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 1 day ago

General Summary of Position The Director of Nursing is a member of MedStar Health entity-based Division of Nursing's (DON) leadership/management team and is responsible for one or more defined...

Director of Nursing

  • Fairfax, VA (19 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (19 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 2 days ago

When you work at The Virginian you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What's more, you are part of an extraordinary company - one that's investing in...

Associate Director - Healthcare Strategy & Innovation

  • McLean, VA (4 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • McLean, VA (4 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 2 days ago

., PowerBI, Tableau, Alteryx) and financial modeling Willingness to travel as required What Would Be Nice To Have : Master's in Business Administration (MBA) highly preferred Masters in Healthcare Administration...

Global Development Associate Medical Director

  • Gaithersburg, MD (11 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (11 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Collaborating closely with the Clinical Operations team, you will be involved in the planning, execution, and closure of clinical studies....

Medical Director - Pediatric Pulmonology - Evicore - Remote

  • Washington, DC (6 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC (6 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Committee for Quality Assurance standards is a plusAbility to commit to a set, weekly work schedule (Monday through Friday)Strong computer skills: ability to work autonomously with automated processes...

Remote Work

Vice President, Real-world Data & Evidence Solutions and Sales

  • Washington, DC (6 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC (6 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Summary** The Vice President of Real-world Data & Evidence has direct responsibility and accountability for all Cardinal Health and Specialty Networks' real-world data and evidence, technology,...

Director of Nursing

  • Tysons, VA (6 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Tysons, VA (6 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Director of Nursing The Mather (Tysons, VA) We're seeking a Director of Nursing to ensures safe and ethical standards of practice and clinical excellence in resident care and services; responsible...

Executive Assistant Senior - Office of the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

  • Washington, DC (6 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC (6 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 3 days ago

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...

Assistant Director of Nursing , ADON

  • Clinton, MD (19 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Clinton, MD (19 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Clinton Healthcare Center, a member of the CommuniCare Family of Companies, is currently recruiting for an RN Assistant Director of Nursing to join our team. PURPOSE/BELIEF STATEMENT: The position...

Memory Care Director

  • Gaithersburg, MD (11 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (11 miles from Bethesda, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Join our dynamic team at The Carnegie! The Memory Care Director promotes a healthy and actively-enriched lifestyle within the memory care community. What will I do every day? Monitor residents and...

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Salary for Healthcare Director Jobs in Bethesda, MD

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Healthcare Directors in Bethesda, MD 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 Bethesda, MD
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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