Hospice Executive Director Chicopee MA

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Chicopee, MA
Schedule: Full-Time | On-Site
Benefits: Comprehensive Benefits Package

We are seeking an experienced Hospice Executive Director to lead the overall operations of a growing hospice organization in Chicopee, Massachusetts .

The Executive Director will oversee clinical and administrative operations, regulatory compliance, staffing, financial performance, quality initiatives, and business development. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for an experienced hospice professional who understands both the clinical mission of hospice and the operational requirements of running a successful agency.

• Provide overall leadership and direction for hospice operations

• Oversee clinical, administrative, operational, and financial performance

• Ensure compliance with CMS, Medicare, state, federal, and accreditation requirements

• Lead and support clinical and administrative department leaders

• Monitor census, admissions, staffing, productivity, expenses, and other key performance indicators

• Develop and execute strategies to support census growth and referral development

• Maintain strong relationships with physicians, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, referral partners, and other healthcare organizations

• Oversee quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives

• Ensure appropriate staffing levels and promote employee retention and development

• Partner with clinical leadership to maintain high standards of patient care

• Manage budgets and support the organization's financial and operational goals

• Establish a positive, accountable, and patient-focused culture

• Prior hospice leadership experience required

• Previous experience as an Executive Director, Administrator, Branch Director, Director of Operations, or similar hospice leadership role strongly preferred

• Strong knowledge of hospice regulations, Medicare requirements, compliance, and quality standards

• Demonstrated experience managing hospice operations and multidisciplinary teams

• Strong understanding of census development, referrals, staffing, budgeting, and financial performance

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

• Bachelor's degree preferred

• RN license is a plus but not required depending on experience

Strong Salary , depending on experience.

The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package along with the opportunity to lead and grow a mission-driven hospice operation.