Hospice Executive Director

Title: Hospice Executive Director

Location: Laguna Hills, CA

Department: Hospice

Status: Full-time

Shift: Days

Pay Range*: $195,748 - $269,162 /annually

MemorialCare is a nonprofit integrated health system that includes four leading hospitals, award-winning medical groups - consisting of over 200 sites of care, and more than 2,000 physicians throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties. We are committed to increasing access to patient-centric, affordable, and high-quality healthcare; your personal contributions are integral to MemorialCare's recognition as a market leader and innovator in value-based and other care models.

Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration, and accountability.Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation, and teamwork.

Position Summary

The Executive Director of Hospice is responsible for overseeing the overall operations and business affairs of Hospice Services at Saddleback, Orange Coast, and Long Beach medical centers. This position ensures effective management of the program to deliver high-quality and cost-effective hospice services that meet the needs of patients, other hospital departments, and healthcare providers.

The Executive Director oversees all facets of program operations, such as marketing, admissions, clinical services, performance improvement, operations, and human resources. This position may delegate aspects of the program to promote clinical proficiency among team leaders and members to ensure optimal patient care across the continuum, from hospitals or other facilities to home. They ensure that all operations comply with hospice regulations and other applicable state and federal licensing requirements, while also meeting professional and accreditation standards.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job

• Develop and execute strategic plan to grow the program and achieve business goals while continuously assessing and enhancing operational performance using KPIs.
• Develop and implement an annual operating budget that ensures effective financial performance of the program and achieves positive financial outcomes; collaborate with Senior Leadership and cross-functional teams to achieve this
• Develop, implement, and evaluate a marketing and public relations plan to promote within and outside the three medical centers to include agency growth and positive communications with consumers and referrers.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive performance improvement program within the guidelines of Joint Commission, state, and federal regulations to assure the highest standards of care.
• Develop, revise, and evaluate programs, policies and procedures to maintain a comprehensive technologically current home health service.
• Cultivate a culture of growth and accountability, driving team development and individual performance; foster a collaborative workplace and mentor team members to reach their potential, improving patient outcomes and organizational success

*Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare-that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there's more...Check out ourMemorialCare Benefitsfor more information about our Benefits and Rewards.

*Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare-that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there's more...Check out ourMemorialCare Benefitsfor more information about our Benefits and Rewards.