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CorDx

Program Director

Atlanta, GA · On-site

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project/program management, deep understanding ... Lead cross-functional program teams across R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Clinical, Quality, Operations ...

CorDx

Program Director

Atlanta, GA · On-site

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project/program management, deep understanding ... Lead cross-functional program teams across R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Clinical, Quality, Operations ...

Emory Healthcare

Clinical Pharmacist

Atlanta, GA

$115K - $137K/yr

In addition to direct patient care activities, this position is responsible for participating in ... Participates in at least one medication use evaluation or quality improvement project annually.

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How much do clinical project director jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for clinical project director in Decatur, GA is $106,970.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,200.00 and $141,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Clinical Project Director vs Clinical Project Manager?

AspectClinical Project DirectorClinical Project Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple projects, strategic planning, high-level decision makingManages individual projects, coordinates teams, ensures project milestones
Required CredentialsTypically requires a clinical research degree, extensive experience, and certifications like PMPRequires a relevant degree, experience in clinical trials, and often PMP or similar certifications
Work EnvironmentSenior leadership in pharmaceutical or biotech companies, CROsProject teams within clinical research organizations or pharmaceutical companies

The Clinical Project Director focuses on strategic oversight and managing multiple projects at a higher level, while the Clinical Project Manager handles day-to-day project execution and team coordination. Both roles require relevant clinical research experience and certifications, but the Director role involves broader responsibilities and strategic planning.

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Infographic showing various Clinical Project Director job openings in Decatur, GA as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,970 per year, or $51.4 per hour.
Regional Medical Director

Regional Medical Director

Grady Memorial Hospital

Atlanta, GA

Other

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

The Regional Medical Director works closely and collaboratively with the Assigned Medical Directors, Director of Practice Operations and Nurse leader locally, as well as the Chief Ambulatory Officer and AVP of Primary Care of their region, to ensure high quality, safe, timely, patient centered, team based patient care in accordance with the mission and vision of Grady Health System. Regional Medical Director are responsible for multiple departments/locations. Reports to Chief of Ambulatory Medicine.

  • Ensures provision of safe, high quality, proactive, comprehensive, culturally-competent medical care of patients receiving care in their region of Grady ambulatory clinics
  • Assumes responsibility for maintaining and enhancing competency of medical staff and Advanced Practice Professions (APPs) under their supervision
  • Works with Practice Administrator (PA) and Nurse Supervisor (NS) to monitor and manage clinical operational processes including cycle time, volume, and access as well as quality of care. Provide corrective action plans for any measures not meeting standards
  • Works with PA, NS, and providers to promote communication and team effectiveness
  • Practices AIDET and takes personal responsibility for patient engagement
  • Provides timely and effective responses to patient complaints; monitors patient satisfaction scores and coaches low performing providers
  • Communicates information about Ambulatory priorities, goals, initiatives, and policies to clinicians and staff
  • Utilizes evidence-based decision-making process to diagnose and treat patients and ensures that providers under their supervision do the same
  • Actively participates in division-wide and/or system-wide committees
  • Completes successful on-boarding of all new providers
  • Supervises the daily activities of providers, including coordination of leave, monitoring of attendance, and monitoring in in-basket/chart completion
  • Participates in the selection, training, and evaluation of providers
  • Identifies clinical issues for quality improvement/process improvement projects and collaborates and implements such projects. Research collaboration with medical schools optional.
  • Participates in education of medical students, nursing students, allied health students, residents if appropriate
  • Advances the tenets of health equity within their span of control
  • Maintains active privileges of Grady Health System Medical Staff and timely completion of required administrative paperwork
  • Other job duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Doctor of Medicine (MD or DO) is required. CPE, MHA, or MBA is preferred.

  • Experience in Process Improvement/Quality Improvement initiatives.

  • Licensed by the State of Georgia without restriction to practice medicine. Board certified in Primary Care specialty, including internal medicine, pediatrics, and family medicine.

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