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Oakmont Senior Living

Memory Care Director

Oxnard, CA · On-site

$75K - $78K/yr

Provides input to Health Services Director regarding Memory Care resident pre-admission assessments and reassessments. * Assists the Health Services Director in coordinating incidental medical ...

Calyx Living

Resident Care Director

Durham, NC · On-site

$66K - $87K/yr

Resident Care Director - RN or LPN Calyx Living is actively seeking an energetic Resident Care Director - either RN or LPN - for our assisted living community located in beautiful Durham off the Eno ...

Discovery Village at Naples Assisted Living

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Memory Care Director

Naples, FL · On-site

$30 - $32/hr

Memory Care Director Discovery Village at Naples Assisted Living Naples, Florida Position Summary ... Monitor resident well-being and collaborate with nursing staff, caregivers, and healthcare ...

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Eden Senior Care

Memory Care Director

Beachwood, OH · On-site

$50K/yr

We cultivate a culture and home-like environment to attract the best healthcare professionals and ... Memory Care Director We are seeking a compassionate, experienced, and people-focused Memory Care ...

Arbors at Stoneham

Resident Care Director

Stoneham, MA · On-site

$75K - $99K/yr

Resident Care Director (RN / LPN) Job Type: Full-Time Location: Join the Arbors Team At Arbors/Ivy ... Serving as a trusted liaison to families, healthcare agencies, hospitals, and emergency teams

CFS

Healthcare Accounting Director

Columbus, OH

Healthcare Director of Accounting - Columbus, OH $120,000-$170,000 + bonus We're partnered with a Columbus-based organization looking for a Director of Finance who wants real ownership, visibility ...

Clover Healthcare

Residential Care Director

Auburn, ME · On-site

$73K - $98K/yr

The Director of Health and Wellness will direct staff, ensure regulatory compliance and be responsible for the management of the clinical budget. * Directly oversee the delivery of care to Assisted ...

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How much do health care director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for health care director in the United States is $103,227.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,500.00 and $128,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the main challenges health care directors face when managing multidisciplinary teams?

Health Care Directors often oversee teams composed of professionals from diverse clinical and administrative backgrounds, which can present challenges in communication, aligning goals, and balancing differing priorities. Successfully managing these teams requires strong leadership, active listening, and the ability to mediate conflicts while fostering a collaborative environment. Directors must ensure clear protocols and facilitate ongoing training to promote cohesion and high-quality patient care. Adapting to regulatory changes and resource limitations also demands flexibility and strategic planning.

What is the difference between Health Care Director vs Medical Director?

AspectHealth Care DirectorMedical Director
CredentialsOften requires a bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, nursing, or related field; some roles prefer master's degreesRequires medical degree (MD or DO), medical license, and often board certification
Work EnvironmentAdministrative settings such as hospitals, clinics, or healthcare organizationsClinical settings, overseeing medical staff and patient care
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare organizations, hospitals, clinicsHospitals, healthcare systems, clinics
Common Search & ComparisonFocuses on healthcare management and operationsFocuses on clinical oversight and medical staff supervision

The main difference between a Health Care Director and a Medical Director lies in their focus and qualifications. The Health Care Director manages overall healthcare operations, often with administrative credentials, while the Medical Director provides clinical oversight, requiring a medical degree and license. Both roles are vital in healthcare organizations but serve distinct functions in administration and clinical leadership.

What is a health care director?

Health Care Directors are senior-level administrators responsible for overseeing the operations and management of healthcare organizations such as hospitals, clinics, or nursing homes. They develop policies, manage budgets, ensure regulatory compliance, and supervise staff to provide high-quality patient care. Health Care Directors also play a key role in strategic planning and often represent the organization in the community and with partner agencies. Their work ensures that healthcare facilities run efficiently while maintaining high standards of care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a health care director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Health Care Director, you need strong leadership, strategic planning, and healthcare management expertise, typically supported by an advanced degree such as an MHA, MBA, or MPH. Familiarity with healthcare regulations, budgeting software, and electronic health record (EHR) systems is essential. Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills help you lead teams and collaborate with stakeholders. These skills and qualities are vital to ensure effective operations, regulatory compliance, and high standards of patient care within healthcare organizations.
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Infographic showing various Health Care Director job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $103,227 per year, or $49.6 per hour.

Memory Care Director

Oakmont Senior Living

Oxnard, CA • On-site

$75K - $78K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Company rating: 5.4 out of 10

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Job description

Position: Memory Care Director
Pay Range: $75,000-$78,000/year
Oakmont of Riverpark is a premier senior living community situated on a beautifully landscaped campus. Managed by Oakmont Management Group,we provide exceptional quality, comfort, and care with five-star services and amenities. Residents enjoy a rewarding lifestyle with individualized comprehensive support that promotes continuing independence. We deliver meaningful lifestyles and relationships with residents, families, and team members by developing a winning culture and living these values: Authenticity * Teamwork * Compassion * Commitment * Resilience.
With communities across California, Colorado, Hawaii, and Nevada, opportunities for career growth, relocation, and travel are significant. In addition, eligible team members may enjoy the following benefits:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
  • Vacation, Personal Day, Sick Pay, Holidays
  • Complimentary Meals
  • Bonus Opportunities
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Team Member Discount Program (LifeMart)
  • 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
  • Recognition Programs
  • Student Loan Refinancing
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Emergency Financial Assistance

The Memory Care Director at Oakmont leads a 'Whole living' approach to dementia care in their community, which is the philosophy of partnering with the resident to care 'with them' rather than 'for them in order to encourage each resident to reach their highest potential physically, cognitively, socially, emotionally and spiritually, ensuring maximized independence by creating an engaging and dignified environment that enhances the residents' ability to be themselves and live their most fulfilling life.
The Memory Care Director is responsible for general oversight of all aspects of the Traditions (Memory Care) neighborhood in their community, ensuring that the delivery of dementia care services including the delivery of care, delivery of activities, and delivery of culinary, exceed the resident and family expectations and meet the required services outlined in the residents' service plan. The memory care director offers dementia expertise and dementia care resources in collaboration with community leaders in culinary, activities, and health services to develop and execute a personalized care plan to best maintain the overall health and well-being of the residents.
Responsibilities:
  • Maintains a safe and secure environment for all team members, residents, and guests, following established safety standards.
  • Understands and ensures compliance with all state (Title 22) regulations concerning the memory care department.
  • Maintains recruiting of all memory care positions. Conducts interviews, hires, onboards, trains, motivates, and retains team members.
  • Coordinates departmental schedule to ensure adequate staffing in accordance with company standards, policies and procedures, and the needs of the residents.
  • Communicates effectively and displays tact and friendliness when dealing with residents, families, visitors, co-workers, and supervisors.
  • Supports resident participation in activities. Ensures an engaging and dynamic activities program is executed daily.
  • Supports resident participation in dining and collaborates with the Culinary team to ensure resident nutrition needs are met and the quality of the culinary experience remains positive.
  • Provides input to Health Services Director regarding Memory Care resident pre-admission assessments and reassessments.
  • Assists the Health Services Director in coordinating incidental medical, dental, vision, hearing, and podiatry care for residents and arrange resident escorts as needed.
  • Partners with community healthcare professionals, including physicians, discharge planners, nurses, and state agencies on the care needs of residents as needed.

Qualifications:
  • Must be eighteen (18) years of age
  • Prefer two (2) years of experience working with persons with dementia
  • Prefer one (1) year of experience supervising and managing employees
  • Preferred BA/S in Gerontology, psychology, sociology, or related field or at least 3 years working in social services, residential care, psychiatric facility, or related setting.
  • A Residential Care Facility for the Elderly administrators' license may be required.
  • Hold or able to obtain one or more certifications related to Dementia care; such as Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Alzheimer's Caregiver (CAC), Certified Alzheimer's Educator (CAE), Certified Dementia Care Manager (CDCM), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional and/or other equivalents.
  • Able to obtain and maintain valid first aid and CPR certification
  • Able to obtain and maintain a valid Food Handler's certification
  • Must pass a Criminal Background check and Health Screening tests, including physical and TB Tests.
  • For the health and safety of our team members and residents, Oakmont Management Group may require team members to vaccinate, participate in daily screening, surveillance testing, and to wear face coverings and other personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 or other communicable diseases, per regulatory guidelines.

Oakmont Management Group, based in Irvine, California, is a recognized leader in the senior living industry that manages a portfolio of communities under the Oakmont Senior Living and Ivy Living brands. OMG serves thousands of seniors across communities in California, Nevada, and Hawaii. At OMG, we strive to create an atmosphere of family and community among team members, residents, and resident family members. We know that caring and meaningful relationships are the foundation of a rewarding life, and our team is hand-selected for their skills, previous experience, and passion for working with the elderly. Our practice is to incorporate joy and laughter alongside our expectations of excellence. Walk into our communities and feel our pride of ownership and commitment to service.
Oakmont Management Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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