ER Director Salary in Portland, Maine

How much does an ER Director make in Portland, ME?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an ER Director in Portland, ME is $168,214. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $149,804 to $194,212, with most professionals earning between $133,042 and $217,882.

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Common responsibilities of an ER Director

Works with managed care and physician contracting staff to ensure best pricing and best physicians are in place.

September 01, 2022

Plan and direct the emergency room program.

January 06, 2023

Promotes harmonious working relationships with other hospital departments .

January 27, 2023

Develops and markets expanded and/or new services in response to innovation, technology, strategic developments or compensation consistent with the goals of the clinical service.

February 01, 2023

Manages contracts and service agreements associated with the service line(s).

February 15, 2023

Monitors progress of special nursing programs and projects and makes recommendations and/or takes appropriate action on basis of findings.

February 23, 2023

Evaluates, develops, and adapts the clinical and business processes of the clinical service line(s) to meet the ever changing healthcare environment and needs of patients and families.

March 15, 2023

Completes required orientation as directed by facility.

March 19, 2023

Assist physicians and medical staff in caring for surgical patients Provides leadership, management and direction to continually improve the profession of nursing and patient care The Director is responsible for nursing care within assigned areas Responsible for nursing quality programs that are outcome oriented and will develop and implement programs/plans in accordance with government regulations, licensing and accreditation requirements that effectively utilize resources to reach the organizations short and long term strategic goals/objectives/mission.

March 20, 2023

Demonstrates the ability to establish priorities among the essential functions of.

May 19, 2023

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Average Salary Range for ER Director in Portland, ME

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

149804

194212

168214

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

153702

202372

173727

What is the average salary for ER Director in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of ER Director in Portland, ME. The base salary for ER Director ranges from $149,804 to $194,212 with the average base salary of $168,214. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $153,702 to $202,372 with the average total cash compensation of $173,727.

View Average Salary for ER Director as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$168,214	$149,804 - $194,212
Bonus	$5,513	$3,899 - $8,160
Total Pay	$173,727	$153,702 - $202,372

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

ER Director Salary Near Portland, ME

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Portland, ME
CITY, STATE South Portland, ME	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $149,804 - $194,212	COMPARE TO Portland, ME 0%
CITY, STATE Westbrook, ME	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $149,804 - $194,212	COMPARE TO Portland, ME 0%
CITY, STATE Auburn, ME	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $148,315 - $192,282	COMPARE TO Portland, ME
CITY, STATE Lewiston, ME	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $148,315 - $192,282	COMPARE TO Portland, ME
CITY, STATE Windham, ME	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $149,699 - $194,077	COMPARE TO Portland, ME
CITY, STATE Saco, ME	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $149,506 - $193,826	COMPARE TO Portland, ME

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About Portland, Maine

Portland is a city in the U.S. state of Maine, with a population of 67,067 as of 2017. The Greater Portland metropolitan area is home to over half a million people, more than one-third of Maine's total population, making it the most populous metro in northern New England (an area comprising the states of Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont). Portland is Maine's economic center, with an economy that relies on the service sector and tourism. The Old Port district is known for its 19th-century architecture and nightlife. Marine industry still plays an important role in the city's economy, with an a...

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