Medical Program Director Salary in Lafayette, LA

How much does a Medical Program Director make in Lafayette, LA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Medical Program Director in Lafayette, LA is $148,498. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $131,702 to $167,739, with most professionals earning between $116,411 and $185,256.

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What is a Medical Program Director?

The Medical Program Director is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of a medical program within a healthcare organization. This includes developing and implementing program goals, policies, and procedures, as well as ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and guidelines. The Medical Program Director also plays a key role in strategic planning, budgeting, and resource allocation, and may be involved in recruiting and supervising staff, as well as collaborating with other departments and external partners to ensure the success and effectiveness of the program. Additionally, they may be responsible for evaluating program outcomes and making recommendations for improvement. Overall, the Medical Program Director plays a critical role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care within their program.

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What does a Medical Program Director do?

Common responsibilities of a Medical Program Director

Develop and manage the budget for medical programs, ensuring efficient use of resources and cost-effective delivery of services.

September 08, 2023

Develop and oversee the implementation of medical programs and initiatives to improve patient care and outcomes.

September 17, 2023

Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement strategies for improving the quality and efficiency of medical services.

September 29, 2023

Oversee the recruitment, training, and performance evaluation of medical staff involved in program delivery.

September 30, 2023

Represent the organization at meetings, conferences, and other events to promote and advocate for medical programs.

October 09, 2023

Ensure that medical programs are aligned with the organization's mission, vision, and strategic goals.

October 11, 2023

Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of medical programs and make recommendations for improvements.

October 16, 2023

Stay informed about current trends and developments in the medical field and incorporate new knowledge into program planning and implementation.

October 17, 2023

Coordinate with external partners and stakeholders to promote collaboration and support for medical programs.

October 26, 2023

Provide leadership and guidance to medical staff and ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices.

November 05, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Medical Program Director in Lafayette, LA

Average Base Salary

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167739

148498

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

133711

176501

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What is the average salary for Medical Program Director in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Medical Program Director in Lafayette, LA. The base salary for Medical Program Director ranges from $131,702 to $167,739 with the average base salary of $148,498. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $133,711 to $176,501 with the average total cash compensation of $152,517.

View Average Salary for Medical Program Director as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$148,498	$131,702 - $167,739
Bonus	$4,019	$2,009 - $8,762
Total Pay	$152,517	$133,711 - $176,501

* 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.

Medical Program Director Salary Near Lafayette, LA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA
CITY, STATE New Iberia, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $130,930 - $166,755	COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA
CITY, STATE Baton Rouge, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $138,406 - $176,276	COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA
CITY, STATE Houma, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $137,721 - $175,404	COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA
CITY, STATE Lake Charles, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $134,967 - $171,896	COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA
CITY, STATE Alexandria, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $127,651 - $162,579	COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA
CITY, STATE La Place, LA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $137,706 - $175,385	COMPARE TO Lafayette, LA

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About Lafayette, Louisiana

Lafayette is located at 30°13′N 92°2′W / 30.217°N 92.033°W / 30.217; -92.033 (30.2139, −92.0294) and has an elevation of 36 feet (11.0 m). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 49.2 square miles (127 km2), of which 49.1 square miles (127 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.26 km2) (0.19%) is water. Lafayette is located on the West Gulf Coastal Plain. The site was part of the seabed during the earlier Quaternary Period. During this time, the Mississippi River cut a 325-foot-deep (99 m) valley between what is now Lafayette and Baton Rouge. This valley was...

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About Lafayette, Louisiana Lafayette is located at 30°13′N 92°2′W / 30.217°N 92.033°W / 30.217; -92.033 (30.2139, −92.0294) and has an elevation of 36 feet (11.0 m). Accordin....More

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