Clinic Director Jobs in Michigan
Clinic Director jobs in Michigan are consistently in demand, with openings concentrated in ambulatory care, physical and occupational therapy, behavioral health, and multispecialty outpatient settings at levels from newly credentialed managers through senior executive leadership. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Lansing anchor most of the hiring activity, where established systems like Henry Ford Health, Corewell Health, and Michigan Medicine operate large clinic networks that regularly seek experienced directors. The most sought-after candidates hold backgrounds in physical therapy, behavioral health, and primary care administration. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Responsible for the operation of multiple ambulatory sites, implementation of strategic plan and mission, employee and patient experience, financial performance of sites, improvement of quality of services, coordination and integration of services with McLaren Health Care subsidiaries. Provides leadership support to Senior Director of Operations, Clinic Operations Managers and providers, promotion of services, and ensures all regulatory compliance. Responsible for working in collaboration with providers to manage overall operations.
Assures standardization of operations within defined regional area, aligned with system wide strategic priorities.
Researches and implements new directives for business growth.
Maximize efficiency and productivity through extensive process analysis and interdepartmental collaboration.
Creates clarity and sets expectations with regards to ambulatory clinic optimization assuring standardized approach to attaining defined operational metrics.
Engage staff and providers to promote team building and collaboration and contribute to the success of the clinics quality, fiscal, employee and patient experience.
Required:
1. Bachelor’s degree in Health Care Administration, Business Administration or related field or enrolled to complete Degree within 12 months of hire.
2. Minimum 5 years in a progressive management position with a focus on program development, provider relations, marketing or in an Operations Specialist position.
3. Travel approximately 70 percent.
4. Current Michigan driver’s license and proof of valid automobile insurance.
5. Insurable under McLaren’s insurance program.
6. Must possess and consistently use excellent communication skills and teamwork problem-solving skills in order to develop relationships with regional providers.
Preferred
1. Experience in specific department (Primary Care, Ortho/Neuro/Cardio, Medical/Surgical or Access) clinical operations.
2. Master’s degree in Health Care Administration, Business Administration or related field.
3. Previous managerial experience in physician-hospital practice integration and applicable program development.
4. Experience in strategic planning, marketing, sales, networking and affiliations, physician practice development, referral base development, or outreach programs in health care is highly preferred.
- Schedule: Full-time
- Requisition ID: 26004770
- Daily Work Times: 8:00am-5:00pm
- Hours Per Pay Period: 80
- On Call: No
- Weekends: No
About Us
McLaren Health Care, headquartered in Grand Blanc, Michigan, is a $7.3 billion, fully integrated health care delivery system committed to quality, evidence-based patient care and cost efficiency. The McLaren system includes 12 hospitals in Michigan, ambulatory surgery centers, imaging centers, a 640-member employed primary and specialty care physician network, commercial and Medicaid HMOs covering more than 732,838 lives in Michigan and Indiana, home health, infusion and hospice providers, pharmacy services, a clinical laboratory network and a wholly owned medical malpractice insurance company. McLaren operates Michigan’s largest network of cancer centers and providers, anchored by the Karmanos Cancer Institute, a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer centers. McLaren has 20,000 full-, part-time and contracted employees and more than 113,000 network providers throughout Michigan, Indiana and Ohio.
Responsible for the operation of multiple ambulatory sites, implementation of strategic plan and mission, employee and patient experience, financial performance of sites, improvement of quality of services, coordination and integration of services with McLaren Health Care subsidiaries. Provides leadership support to Senior Director of Operations, Clinic Operations Managers and providers, promotion of services, and ensures all regulatory compliance. Responsible for working in collaboration with providers to manage overall operations.
Assures standardization of operations within defined regional area, aligned with system wide strategic priorities.
Researches and implements new directives for business growth.
Maximize efficiency and productivity through extensive process analysis and interdepartmental collaboration.
Creates clarity and sets expectations with regards to ambulatory clinic optimization assuring standardized approach to attaining defined operational metrics.
Engage staff and providers to promote team building and collaboration and contribute to the success of the clinics quality, fiscal, employee and patient experience.
Required:
1. Bachelor’s degree in Health Care Administration, Business Administration or related field or enrolled to complete Degree within 12 months of hire.
2. Minimum 5 years in a progressive management position with a focus on program development, provider relations, marketing or in an Operations Specialist position.
3. Travel approximately 70 percent.
4. Current Michigan driver’s license and proof of valid automobile insurance.
5. Insurable under McLaren’s insurance program.
6. Must possess and consistently use excellent communication skills and teamwork problem-solving skills in order to develop relationships with regional providers.
Preferred
1. Experience in specific department (Primary Care, Ortho/Neuro/Cardio, Medical/Surgical or Access) clinical operations.
2. Master’s degree in Health Care Administration, Business Administration or related field.
3. Previous managerial experience in physician-hospital practice integration and applicable program development.
4. Experience in strategic planning, marketing, sales, networking and affiliations, physician practice development, referral base development, or outreach programs in health care is highly preferred.
- Schedule: Full-time
- Requisition ID: 26004770
- Daily Work Times: 8:00am-5:00pm
- Hours Per Pay Period: 80
- On Call: No
- Weekends: No
About Us
McLaren Health Care, headquartered in Grand Blanc, Michigan, is a $7.3 billion, fully integrated health care delivery system committed to quality, evidence-based patient care and cost efficiency. The McLaren system includes 12 hospitals in Michigan, ambulatory surgery centers, imaging centers, a 640-member employed primary and specialty care physician network, commercial and Medicaid HMOs covering more than 732,838 lives in Michigan and Indiana, home health, infusion and hospice providers, pharmacy services, a clinical laboratory network and a wholly owned medical malpractice insurance company. McLaren operates Michigan’s largest network of cancer centers and providers, anchored by the Karmanos Cancer Institute, a National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer centers. McLaren has 20,000 full-, part-time and contracted employees and more than 113,000 network providers throughout Michigan, Indiana and Ohio.
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The qualifications that appear most often in clinic director jobs across Michigan.
- Active Michigan license or state-recognized credential in the clinical discipline managed
- Bachelor's or master's degree in healthcare administration, a clinical field, or a related area
- Minimum of three to five years of progressive clinical or practice management experience
- Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, staff performance, and operational quality metrics
- Familiarity with Michigan-specific regulatory requirements and MDHHS compliance standards
- Strong communication skills for coordinating with physicians, insurers, and patient services teams
Clinic Director Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinic director in Michigan?
Most clinic directors in Michigan enter the role through a combination of clinical licensure and management experience in their specialty. Candidates typically hold an active Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs credential in a field such as physical therapy, nursing, or social work, paired with a bachelor's or master's degree in healthcare administration. Building experience as a team lead, practice supervisor, or department manager within a Michigan health system or outpatient clinic is the most reliable path to a director role.
Which companies hire clinic directors in Michigan?
Employers hiring clinic directors in Michigan right now include McLaren Health Care, Doctors of Physical Therapy, and Team Rehabilitation, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Michigan's large integrated health systems, Federally Qualified Health Centers, and independently owned specialty clinic groups represent the broadest and most consistent sources of clinic director openings across the state.
Which Michigan cities have the most clinic director jobs?
Lansing, Novi, and Troy have the highest concentration of clinic director openings in Michigan. Detroit's density of hospital networks and specialty outpatient practices drives the bulk of listings, while Grand Rapids reflects Corewell Health's extensive regional footprint, and Lansing's combination of state government health programs and mid-sized clinic groups generates steady demand outside the major metro corridors.
Are there remote clinic director jobs in Michigan?
Yes, but they're rare. Because clinic directors typically oversee on-site staff, patient care workflows, and facility operations, the role is predominantly in-person by nature. About 0% of clinic director openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to concentrate in telehealth program management or administrative oversight roles that don't require daily physical presence at a care site.
How can I get hired as a clinic director in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic starting point is moving into a lead clinician or supervisor role within a Michigan health system and building operational experience from there. Henry Ford Health, Corewell Health, and Michigan Medicine each run formal leadership development and emerging manager programs that candidates with clinical licenses can enter directly. Completing a Michigan-recognized healthcare administration certificate alongside your clinical credential signals readiness for management and gives you a measurable edge when applying to assistant director or clinic operations coordinator roles that commonly serve as a stepping stone.
Where can I find and apply to clinic director jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to clinic director jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings across health systems, outpatient clinics, and specialty practices. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.
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