Medical Director Jobs in Florida

Medical Director jobs in Florida are in strong demand, with active hiring across health systems, managed care organizations, insurance payers, and behavioral health networks at levels from associate medical director through chief medical officer. Miami, Tampa, and Orlando anchor the market, where employers such as HCA Healthcare, AdventHealth, and UnitedHealth Group maintain large clinical and administrative operations. The most consistent openings are in utilization management, population health, and urgent or primary care. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles156+
Top employerJackson Health System
Top cityMiami, FL
Cities hiring62
Work type55% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Director of Medical Staff Services
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Director of Medical Staff Services
HCA Florida Blake Hospital
Bradenton, Florida
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
Bachelor of Science
1,001-5,000

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Medical Director – Wellness, Aesthetics & Laser
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Medical Director – Wellness, Aesthetics & Laser
New Wave Med Spa LLC
Pembroke Pines, Florida
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$2,000 - $3,000/yr
Hybrid

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Pathology Anatomic and Clinical Medical Director
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Pathology Anatomic and Clinical Medical Director
HCA Florida Westside Hospital
Plantation, Florida
Consulting & Professional Services
Program Management
Project Management

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Medical Director
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Medical Director
Erickson Senior Living
Lakewood Ranch, Florida
Consulting & Professional Services
Program Management
Project Management
$270k - $350k/yr
Doctoral degree
10,000+

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Clinical Finance Director | Florida Medical Practice Plan, Inc.
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Clinical Finance Director | Florida Medical Practice Plan, Inc.
Florida State University
Tallahassee, Florida
Consulting & Professional Services
Program Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Medical Director Jobs by City in Florida

Where Florida roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Tampa
16 jobs
Orlando
13 jobs
Jacksonville
5 jobs
West Palm Beach
5 jobs
Naples
4 jobs
Panama City
4 jobs
Fort Lauderdale
4 jobs
Ocala
3 jobs

Medical Director Job Market in Florida

A snapshot from current Florida openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Jackson Health System7 open roles
Gentiva5 open roles
Empath Health5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services10
  • Education4
  • Non-Profit & Social Services4
  • Animal Care & Pet Services3
  • Science & Research1

What Florida Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in medical director jobs across Florida.

  • Active Florida medical license in good standing issued by the Florida Board of Medicine
  • Medical degree from an accredited institution with completed residency in a relevant specialty
  • Board certification in a specialty recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties
  • Minimum five years of post-residency clinical practice experience in a relevant care setting
  • Demonstrated leadership experience managing clinical teams, quality programs, or utilization review
  • Familiarity with Florida regulatory requirements, Medicaid managed care, and AHCA compliance standards

Medical Director Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a medical director in Florida?

You must hold an active Florida medical license issued by the Florida Department of Health through the Florida Board of Medicine, which requires completing medical school, an accredited residency, and passing the relevant USMLE or COMLEX exams. Most Florida employers also require board certification in a clinical specialty. Beyond licensure, candidates typically move into medical director roles after several years of clinical practice and leadership experience in a Florida health system, managed care plan, or physician group.

Which companies hire medical directors in Florida?

Employers hiring medical directors in Florida right now include Jackson Health System, Gentiva, and Empath Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Florida's large managed care footprint, concentrated in Miami, Tampa, and Orlando, means payers and Medicaid plans are among the most consistent sources of medical director openings alongside hospital systems.

Which Florida cities have the most medical director jobs?

Miami, Tampa, and Orlando have the most medical director openings in Florida right now. Miami leads because of its dense concentration of academic medical centers, Medicaid managed care plans, and international health system operations, while Tampa and Orlando support large integrated health systems and regional insurance headquarters that require medical leadership at scale.

Are there remote medical director jobs in Florida?

Yes, and more than most clinical roles, since medical directors in utilization management, population health, and insurance often work without direct patient care duties. About 45% of medical director openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, with remote arrangements most common in managed care, telehealth oversight, and quality assurance functions rather than hospital-based or procedural leadership roles.

How can I get hired as a medical director in Florida with little or no experience?

The most realistic path is moving from a senior attending physician or department chair role into an associate medical director position, which large Florida employers such as AdventHealth, HCA Healthcare, and Florida Blue use as a structured entry point to administrative leadership. Pursuing a master's in healthcare administration or an MBA while practicing, volunteering for quality committees or peer review panels within a Florida hospital, and obtaining board certification all strengthen a candidate's profile before making a formal transition into medical leadership.

Where can I find and apply to medical director jobs in Florida?

You can find and apply to medical director jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current Florida openings from health systems, managed care organizations, and physician groups. Find the roles that fit your specialty and experience, then apply directly to each employer through the listing.

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