Hospice Care Consultant

Talentify; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) with Company Match

Career Advancement Opportunities

National & Local Recognition Programs

Teammate Assistance Fund

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Job summary

Gentiva Hospice is seeking a Hospice Care Consultant (HCC), a strategic sales professional who champions compassionate care and builds strong referral partnerships across hospitals, home health agencies, SNFs, clinics, and physician offices. This role focuses on educating healthcare professionals about hospice options, driving early referrals, and planning targeted marketing initiatives.

You will work independently and with clinical and operations teams to grow admissions while upholding

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business, marketing or communications.
• Minimum 2 years in healthcare sales, business development, or referral marketing.
• Strong relationships with physicians, hospitals, SNFs, home health professionals.
• Prior hospice, palliative care, or home health experience is a plus.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM platforms.
• Sensitivity to the needs of terminally ill patients and families.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding admissions and census targets.

Responsibilities

• Educate, inform, and inspire confidence in our services to ensure proper patient referrals.
• Identify new referral opportunities by calling on hospitals, home health agencies, SNFs, assisted living, clinics, and physician offices.
• Engage healthcare professionals in meaningful conversations about patient needs and hospice options.
• Plan and execute strategic marketing initiatives to increase awareness and drive referral growth.
• Represent Gentiva Hospice at community events, professional associations, and in-services.
• Serve as a resource and advocate for patients and families, promoting early referrals.

Skills

Healthcare sales

Business development

Referral marketing

Relationship building

Communication

CRM proficiency

MS Office

Hospice experience

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/marketing/communications or equivalent

Tools

CRM platforms

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Lead with purpose. Advocate with heart. Make a lasting difference.

Join our growing team as a Hospice Care Consultant (HCC) - a strategic sales representative who champions our mission while developing strong, lasting relationships with key referral partners in the healthcare community.

As a brand ambassador, you will:

• Educate, inform, and inspire confidence in our services, so that the right patients are referred at the right time
• Identify new referral opportunities by calling on hospitals, home health agencies, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, clinics, and physician offices
• Engage in meaningful conversations with healthcare professionals about patient needs and how hospice care can support quality of life
• Plan and execute strategic marketing initiatives to increase awareness and drive referral growth
• Represent our organization at community events, professional associations, and educational in-services to promote our services
• Serve as a resource and advocate for patients and families, ensuring they understand hospice options and the benefits of early referrals

About You

What You Bring

You’re a results-driven, self-motivated professional who thrives on relationship-building, strategy, and heart-centered service. You have a deep understanding of the healthcare landscape and bring consultative marketing experience to the table. You're confident working independently and collaboratively with both clinical and operational teams.

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, communications or equivalent experience
• Minimum 2 years in healthcare sales, business development, or referral marketing
• Strong existing relationships with physicians, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities or home health professionals
• Prior experience in hospice, palliative care, or home health is a plus
• Excellent communication, presentation, and time-management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM platforms
• Sensitivity to the needs of terminally ill patients and their families
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding admissions and census targets

We Offer

Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• National & Local Recognition Programs
• Teammate Assistance Fund

Additional Full-Time Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
• Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
• Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
• Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
• Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

Legalese

• This is a safety-sensitive position
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements
• We are proud to be an EEO employer
• We maintain a drug-free workplace

Location

Gentiva Hospice

Our Company

At Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.

Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.

Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include:

• Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon
• Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care
• Home health care: Heartland Home Health
• Advanced illness management: Illumia Health

With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated.