Hospice Executive Director

The Hospice Executive Director is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and operational performance of the hospice agency. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, compliant, and compassionate end-of-life care while driving census growth, financial performance, and team engagement. The Executive Director serves as the primary leader for clinical, administrative, and business development functions. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership Provide day-to-day leadership of hospice operations, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements Oversee interdisciplinary team performance, including clinical, administrative, and support staff Foster a culture of accountability, compassion, and continuous improvement Clinical & Quality Oversight Partner with the Director of Clinical Services to ensure delivery of high-quality patient care Monitor quality metrics, patient satisfaction, and compliance indicators Ensure adherence to all federal, state, and local hospice regulations, including Conditions of Participation Manage P&L performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost controls Drive census growth and optimize reimbursement under Medicare Hospice Benefit Identify and execute strategies to improve margin while maintaining quality of care Business Development & Growth Lead local market growth initiatives, including referral development with hospitals, physicians, SNFs, and community partners Build and maintain strong relationships with key referral sources Collaborate with sales/liaison teams to achieve census and admission targets Regulatory Compliance Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, accreditation standards, and internal policies Lead survey readiness and response efforts (state and federal) Maintain accurate documentation and reporting practices Recruit, develop, and retain high-performing team members Provide coaching and performance management to direct reports Promote employee engagement and a mission-driven culture Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree (Healthcare Administration, Nursing, or related field) preferred Minimum 3-5 years of leadership experience in hospice, home health, or post-acute care Strong understanding of hospice regulations, reimbursement, and clinical operations Demonstrated success in driving census growth and financial performance Proven leadership skills with the ability to build and lead high-performing teams Strategic thinking and execution Financial acumen and P&L management Relationship building and business development Regulatory and compliance expertise Leadership, coaching, and team development Why Join Us Mission-driven organization focused on compassionate, patient-centered care Opportunity to lead and grow a high-impact healthcare service line Competitive compensation, including performance-based incentives Supportive leadership environment with growth opportunities #J-18808-Ljbffr