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Program Director, M.H.A. Program

Massachusetts General Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
100 1st Avenue (Show on map)
Oct 02, 2025
The Healthcare Administration Program Director serves as a senior administrative leader within the Department of Health Sciences, reporting to the Chair in the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences. The Director is responsible for shaping the program's strategic vision, establishing and enforcing policies, and advancing both new and ongoing academic initiatives essential to the program's and institution's success. Key priorities include supporting student success, evaluating accreditation options, leading budget planning, recruiting and retaining faculty and students, overseeing curriculum development, and guiding program evaluation.

Administrative (40%):

  • Provide effective program leadership by responding to issues impacting faculty, staff, and students with strong communication, collaboration, and proactive problem-solving.
  • Direct all academic and operational aspects of the MHA program, including curriculum development, course delivery, scheduling, and faculty assignments.
  • Recruit, supervise, and support term lecturers, adjuncts, core faculty, and staff; foster professional growth through mentorship and faculty development initiatives.
  • Provide academic advising and mentorship for MHA students to promote engagement, persistence, and success.
  • Lead program evaluation, quality improvement, and innovation initiatives to ensure continuous growth and excellence.
  • Manage fiscal planning and oversee responsible stewardship of program resources.
  • Prepare and lead the submission process for CAHME accreditation and support NECHE accreditation maintenance.
  • Ensure program compliance with institutional policies, accreditation standards, and professional best practices.
  • Represent the program in Institute-level meetings, contribute to strategic planning, and help shape institutional goals for excellence and growth.
  • Build and sustain collaborations with clinical, research, and academic partners that advance program goals and student opportunities.
  • Promote academic integrity, professional conduct, and a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
  • Serve as a role model by exemplifying the MGH Institute's mission and values and encouraging engagement across the department, school, Institute, and community.
  • Collaborate with the department chair, dean, and school leadership to address sensitive issues and matters of shared importance.
  • Engage in lifelong learning and professional development, while providing mentorship, constructive feedback, and leadership development for faculty and staff.

Teaching (30%):

  • Teach 2-3 courses per year as appropriate.

Scholarship and Service: (30%)

  • Develop a line of scholarly inquiry and disseminate work
  • Serve on school and Institute committees and task forces

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Doctoral degree in health administration, health policy, public health, business administration, or a closely related field.
  • Significant experience in healthcare administration, leadership, or related practice.
  • Demonstrated success in academic program leadership, curriculum development, and accreditation processes.
  • Strong record of teaching in higher education (online and/or hybrid experience preferred).
  • Evidence of scholarship, practice, or professional contributions in health administration.
  • Commitment to fostering inclusive excellence in academic and professional settings.
  • Strong commitment to interprofessional education in the health professions
  • Commitment to flexibility and collaboration in a changing health career environment

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

  • Oversees program faculty, including fieldwork coordinators, and program staff.

FISCAL/BUDGETRESPONSIBILITY

  • Oversees preparation and budget allocation for the MHA in Leadership Program.

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Administrative Office

TRAINING/TIME REQUIRED TO LEARN JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • 6-12 months


The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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