AVP, Operations - Hospice

BrightSpring Health Services Corporation; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Hospice Home Care in Arkansas is seeking an Area Vice President of Operations to oversee a network of hospice branches, drive operational excellence, and lead with strategy and heart. The AVP will manage daily operations across multiple sites, oversee budgets, mentor Executive Directors, and align operations with the organization's mission to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years of leadership, hospice or home health experience, and a strong understanding

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in hospice, home health, or related healthcare programs.
• Multi-site hospice/home health leadership experience.
• Registered Nurse license preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of regulations and reimbursements in home health care.
• Financial operations knowledge and budgeting experience.
• Results-oriented leadership and ability to drive performance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of multiple hospice branches within assigned geographic territories.
• Ensure operational excellence, efficiency, compliance, and high standards of care across locations.
• Manage budgets, financial objectives, and resource allocation to meet organizational goals.
• Drive continuous improvement through data analysis, trends identification, and strategy implementation.
• Inspire, mentor, and develop Executive Directors, Administrators, and staff.
• Align strategy with senior leadership to ensure branches support company goals.
• Foster a mission-driven culture with accountability and patient-centered care across teams.
• Grow census and impact through partnerships and community engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Regulatory knowledge

Results orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree in health administration

Job description

AVP, Operations - Hospice

Job Locations

US-AR-LITTLE ROCK | US-AR-CONWAY | US-AR-HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK

ID: 2026-196692

Line of Business: Hospice Home Care

Position Type: Full-Time

Our Company

Hospice Home Care

Overview

Office Location: Little Rock, AR

Coverage area:Arkansas

Are you a dynamic healthcare leader who is ready to drive operational excellence and inspire teams to deliver compassionate, patient-centered hospice care? Hospice Home Care is seeking an Area Vice President of Operations to oversee a thriving region of hospice branches. Our ideal candidate will lead with purpose, strategy, and heart. This is a great opportunity to combine business insight with mission-driven leadership-impacting patients, families, and communities while guiding teams to achieve their highest potential. If you're ready to work in a supportive, fulfilling environment where your skills and empathy truly shine

How YOU will benefit

• Collaborative Culture - Be part of a supportive organization grounded in empathy and respect
• Meaningful Legacy - Lead teams to deliver quality care that leaves a lasting impact on families
• Strategic Impact - Play a key role in shaping and aligning operations across multiple branches
• Leadership Growth - Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Executive Directors, Administrators, and staff
• Career Advancement - Gain visibility with senior leadership and influence organizational direction
• Challenging & Rewarding Work - Manage complex operations with autonomy and responsibility
• Financial & Operational Growth - Strengthen skills in budget oversight, data analysis, and strategic execution

Benefits and Perks for You!

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare)
• Tuition discounts & reimbursement
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO
• Mileage reimbursement
• Access to wellness and discount programs such as Noom, SkinIO (Virtual Skin Cancer Screening), childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, travel and entertainment discounts and more!

*Benefits may vary by employment status

Responsibilities

As a Area Vice President of Operations, You will:

• Lead Daily Operations: Oversee daily operations of multiple hospice branches with a combined census of up to 1,000 in assigned geographic territories
• Ensure Operational Excellence: Maintain efficiency, compliance, and high standards of care across all locations
• Manage Financial Performance: Oversee budgets, financial objectives, and resource allocation to meet organizational goals
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Analyze data, identify trends, and implement strategies to enhance performance and outcomes
• Inspire and Support Teams: Provide strategic leadership, guidance, and mentorship to Executive Directors, Administrators, and staff
• Align Strategy: Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure branch operations align with company-wide goals
• Foster a Mission-Driven Culture: Build accountability, engagement, and patient-centered care across all teams
• Grow Census and Impact: Support growth through operational excellence, quality outcomes, and community partnerships

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in health administration or related field
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive leadership experience, including multi-site management in hospice, home health, or a related healthcare program
• Must have hospice experience in a leadership role.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse or other clinical license preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of regulations and reimbursements in home health care
• Financial operations knowledge
• Results oriented ability

About our Line of Business

Hospice Home Care, an affiliate of Adoration Health, focuses on providing hospice care to local patients and their families. We concentrate on managing a patient's pain and other symptoms first and foremost, while also providing emotional and spiritual support to the family. The holistic care approach to providing hospice services by the entire care team sets Hospice Home Care apart. We believe the quality of life to be as important as length of life. Hospice Home Care offers routine home care, respite, general inpatient care, and continuous care. For more information, please visit www.hospicehomecare.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.