Vice President of Clinical Operations- Hospice

Vice President of Clinical Operations – Hospice

Vitality Hospice & Palliative Care

Full-Time | Exempt | In-Person

New Position

Lead with Purpose. Inspire Teams. Make a Difference.

Are you an experienced hospice or healthcare operations leader ready to take the next step in your career?

At Vitality Hospice & Palliative Care, we're passionate about providing compassionate, patient-centered end-of-life care while creating a workplace where employees feel supported, valued, and empowered to succeed.

We're seeking a Vice President of Clinical Operations to provide strategic leadership, oversee hospice operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and guide our interdisciplinary teams toward continued success.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated leader who thrives on building strong teams, improving operational performance, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients, families, and employees.

Why Join Vitality Hospice?

At Vitality, we believe great patient care starts with great leadership. We offer a collaborative, supportive environment where your experience, ideas, and leadership can make a lasting impact.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Salary
• Performance Bonus Opportunities
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Tapcheck - Access Earned Wages Before Payday
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Professional Development & Career Growth Opportunities
• Employee Recognition & Team Appreciation Events
• Supportive Leadership Team and Positive Work Environment
• Monday-Friday Day Schedule (with rotating administrative on-call responsibilities)

Position Overview

The Vice President of Clinical Operations provides strategic and operational leadership to ensure the delivery of high-quality hospice care while supporting organizational growth, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.

This role oversees daily operations, interdisciplinary team performance, staffing, quality improvement initiatives, and financial performance.

The ideal candidate is a strong healthcare leader with hospice experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to motivate teams while maintaining a compassionate, patient-focused approach.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Operational Leadership

• Provide leadership and oversight of daily hospice operations.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve efficiency, quality, and organizational performance.
• Partner with executive leadership to support company goals and continued growth.
• Participate in the administrative on-call rotation.
• Promote exceptional patient and family experiences.

Team Leadership & Development

• Recruit, hire, mentor, coach, and develop clinical and non-clinical team members.
• Oversee interdisciplinary teams, including nursing, hospice aides, social workers, chaplains, bereavement coordinators, and support staff.
• Conduct performance evaluations and support employee development.
• Build a positive, collaborative, and accountable team culture.
• Encourage employee engagement, retention, and professional growth.

Regulatory Compliance & Quality Improvement

• Ensure compliance with Medicare Hospice Conditions of Participation, New Jersey hospice regulations, and company policies.
• Maintain survey readiness and support accreditation requirements.
• Oversee quality improvement initiatives, documentation standards, and operational audits.
• Identify opportunities to improve patient care, regulatory performance, and organizational processes.

Financial & Resource Management

• Oversee staffing levels, scheduling, productivity, and operational efficiency.
• Monitor budgets, expenses, and resource utilization.
• Manage costs associated with durable medical equipment (DME), pharmaceuticals, and medical supplies.
• Support financial performance while maintaining high standards of patient care.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration & Growth

• Support effective interdisciplinary team meetings and care coordination.
• Promote collaboration between clinical teams, physicians, and community partners.
• Build and maintain relationships with referral sources and healthcare organizations.
• Partner with leadership to identify opportunities for service improvement and organizational growth.

Qualifications

Required

• Proven leadership experience in hospice, home health, or healthcare operations.
• Strong experience managing interdisciplinary teams and daily operations.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage priorities, and improve operational performance.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.
• Ability to travel between office locations and healthcare facilities as needed.

Preferred

• Previous hospice leadership or executive management experience.
• Experience overseeing multiple departments or healthcare teams.
• Knowledge of Medicare Hospice Conditions of Participation and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with budgeting, staffing, financial management, and quality improvement.
• Strong understanding of hospice operations, reimbursement, and interdisciplinary care.

Work Environment

This is a full-time, in-person leadership position requiring occasional travel to:

• Hospice offices
• Patient homes
• Assisted living communities
• Skilled nursing facilities
• Hospitals and healthcare partner locations

Join Our Leadership Team!

Are you ready to take your leadership career to the next level?

At Vitality Hospice & Palliative Care, you'll have the opportunity to lead talented teams, influence organizational success, and make a meaningful impact on the care we provide to patients and families.