PACE Executive Director

TALENT CONNECT EXECUTIVE SEARCH & HR SOLUTIONS; Madera (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

TALENT CONNECT EXECUTIVE SEARCH & HR SOLUTIONS is seeking an Executive Director to lead a PACE program, driving strategic growth, operations, and compliance. The role oversees clinical and administrative operations, regulatory adherence, and financial sustainability in a complex healthcare environment.

The successful candidate will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, foster a mission-driven culture, and engage with partners and regulators to advance participant-centered care and organizational

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required in healthcare administration, public health, business administration, or related field.
• Proven executive leadership experience in healthcare settings; PACE, managed care, FQHC, or senior care preferred.
• Experience launching or expanding healthcare programs and managing budgets, operations, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and growth planning for the PACE program.
• Oversee daily operations and participant experience to ensure quality care.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with CMS, DHCS, HIPAA, OSHA, and related standards.
• Lead financial oversight including budgeting, reimbursement, contracting, and revenue cycle management.
• Develop and mentor leadership teams; drive collaboration and employee engagement.
• Represent the program to partners, providers, and regulatory bodies.

Skills

Executive leadership

Healthcare administration

Strategic planning

Regulatory compliance

Education

Master’s degree in Healthcare Admin/Public Health/Business Admin

Job description

Position SummaryThe Executive Director is responsible for the strategic, operational, clinical, and administrative leadership of a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). This executive oversees all aspects of program performance, ensuring exceptional participant- centered care, regulatory compliance, financial sustainability, operational excellence, and organizational growth while fostering a collaborative, mission-driven culture.Reports ToChief Business Growth OfficerDirect ReportsLeadership Team including Center Manager, Administrative Assistant, Clinical Services Director, Quality & Compliance Director, Marketing & Enrollment Director, Network & Contracting Director, Health Plan Services Director, and Interdisciplinary Care Teams.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership & Program Development• Develop and execute the strategic vision and long-term growth of the PACE program.• Identify expansion opportunities, partnerships, and new service locations.• Monitor healthcare trends and implement innovative solutions.Operations Management• Provide executive oversight of daily operations and participant experience.• Lead enrollment growth initiatives and operational performance reporting.Regulatory Compliance & Quality• Serve as Program Director in accordance with federal and state regulations.• Ensure compliance with CMS, DHCS, HIPAA, OSHA, and all regulatory standards.• Lead quality improvement initiatives and policy development.Financial Leadership• Develop and oversee annual operating budgets.• Monitor financial performance, reimbursement, contracting, and revenue cycle.• Ensure fiscal sustainability and responsible resource allocation.Human Resources & Leadership• Recruit, develop, and retain high-performing leadership teams.• Promote accountability, collaboration, employee engagement, and professionaldevelopment.Community Relations• Represent the organization with healthcare partners, community organizations, andregulatory agencies.Qualifications• Master's Degree in Healthcare Administration, Public Health, Business Administration,or related field required.• Executive leadership experience within healthcare; PACE, managed care, FQHC, orsenior care strongly preferred.• Demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary teams, regulatory compliance,budgeting, and operations.• Experience launching or expanding healthcare programs is highly desirable.Conditions of Employment• Successful completion of background check, reference verification, TB screening, andpre-employment physical.• Current CPR and First Aid certification.• Valid California Driver's License with proof of insurance.• Compliance with immunization and communicable disease requirements.General Compliance• Maintain strict confidentiality of participant, employee, and organizational information.• Comply with HIPAA, OSHA, and all applicable federal and state regulations.• Complete all mandatory compliance and workplace training.