Hospice Care Consultant

Gentiva; Independence (MO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; 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

Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle

Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays

Wellness Programs

Education Support & Tuition Assistance

Free Continuing Education Units

Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disabi l

Job summary

Gentiva seeks a Hospice Care Consultant to lead strategic referral development within the healthcare community in Missouri. You will educate providers and patients, drive timely referrals, and expand partnerships across hospitals, home health agencies, SNFs, clinics, and physician offices.

As a brand ambassador, you will plan targeted marketing initiatives, participate in community events, and collaborate with clinical and operations teams to ensure hospice options are understood and accessible

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or 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 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 their families.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding admissions and census targets.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Relationship-building

Consultative selling

Communication

Time management

Self-motivation

CRM experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, communications or equivalent experience

Tools

CRM systems

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