Hospice Operations Leader | Executive Director

Transitions Hospice; Worthington (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

Long & Short-Term Disability

401(k) with company match

Gas Card

Company provided equipment

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Transitions Hospice is seeking an Executive Director to lead the Worthington, OH hospice location, accountable for operations, finances, compliance, staffing, and outcomes. This role shapes patient and family experiences through strategic leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

You will drive operational planning, ensure regulatory adherence, and foster a high-performing team while upholding the mission-driven culture of the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, business, or a related field; Master's preferred.
• Significant leadership experience in hospice, home health, or related healthcare setting.
• Strong command of healthcare compliance, regulatory requirements, and accreditation standards.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, drive operational performance, and lead diverse teams.
• A leadership style that balances accountability with genuine care for staff and patients.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Understands hospice care and the services provided to patient and family/caregiver through an interdisciplinary group.
• Intimate knowledge of Medicare Hospice Certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational planning and budget development to ensure financial stability and efficiency.
• Monitor business performance against measurable outcomes and adjust strategy accordingly.
• Drive the productivity metrics that power your quarterly performance incentive.
• Ensure all services provided by partner agencies are properly authorized by hospice.
• Maintain full organizational compliance with legal, regulatory, and accreditation requirements.
• Oversee quality assessment and performance improvement initiatives.
• Evaluate hospice services and personnel using clear, measurable objectives.
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels across all service hours.
• Lead staff development including orientation, in-service training, continuing education, and competency testing.
• Provide direction and supervision to staff across admissions, discharge, transfer, and patient services.
• Manage conflict and complaints with professionalism and resolution-focused leadership.
• Ensure supportive services are available to all personnel.
• Establish and maintain effective communication channels across the organization.
• Integrate technology solutions to streamline operations and improve team connectivity.
• Ensure interdisciplinary care coordination is functioning at the highest-level.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Healthcare administration

Communication

Compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in healthcare administration, business, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Transitions Hospice is seeking an Executive Director to lead the Worthington, OH hospice location, accountable for operations, finances, compliance, staffing, and outcomes. This role shapes patient and family experiences through strategic leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

You will drive operational planning, ensure regulatory adherence, and foster a high-performing team while upholding the mission-driven culture of the organization.