Palliative Director of Clinical Services

LE0400 Compassus Providence Holdings, LLC; Tukwila (WA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Flexible time off

Job summary

Compassus seeks a Palliative Director of Clinical Services to lead the interdisciplinary team, ensure high-quality palliative care, and uphold Compassus values. The role oversees IDT operations, staffing, and regulatory compliance while coordinating with Medical Director and external stakeholders.

Travel 50-75% between Oregon and Western Washington is required; active healthcare licensure and Hospice/Palliative certification are expected.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in healthcare or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of healthcare experience, preferably in hospice/palliative/home health.
• Leadership or management experience in a healthcare setting, particularly hospice/palliative care.
• Experience with EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise up to 20 IDT members and oversee staffing and performance.
• Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate staff; terminate as needed with admin approval.
• Coordinate care with Medical Director and IDT; ensure compliant care orders.
• Ensure 24/7 availability of hospice services and manage scheduling and budget.
• Oversee documentation of patient-centered plans and pathways of care.

Skills

Healthcare leadership

Team supervision

Staff development

Regulatory compliance

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in healthcare or related field

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Company: Providence at Home with Compassus This position will float between Oregon and Western Washington. *50-75% Travel Required.

Position Summary

The Palliative Director of Clinical Services - Interdisciplinary (DCSI). Palliative Director of Clinical Services (DCS) is a leadership role responsible for modeling and promoting the core values of Compassus, including Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Innovation. The DCS will uphold the Code of Ethical Conduct and foster positive relationships within the organization, across departments, and with external stakeholders. The DCS will oversee the interdisciplinary team (IDT), ensuring that palliative services are delivered in a manner that aligns with Compassus' guidelines, policies, and the needs of patients and families. The DCS will also collaborate with hospice managers, business offices, physicians, and external agencies.

Position Specific Responsibilities

• Supervise up to 20 team members, including all members of the IDT.
• Responsible for recruiting, hiring, training, performance evaluations, and if necessary, terminating staff (with administrative approval).
• Guide the team by planning, assigning, and directing work, ensuring that work is completed efficiently, addressing complaints, and resolving conflicts.
• Supervise up to 20 team members, including all members of the IDT.
• Responsible for recruiting, hiring, training, performance evaluations, and if necessary, terminating staff (with administrative approval).
• Guide the team by planning, assigning, and directing work, ensuring that work is completed efficiently, addressing complaints, and resolving conflicts.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards, and relevant state and federal regulations.
• Oversee consultative processes between the Medical Director and the IDT team, ensuring appropriate care orders and interventions are executed for patient needs, especially when attending physicians are unavailable.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of state regulations governing the supervision of all IDT members.
• Lead and participate in meetings with the palliative care team, ensuring that patient care needs are thoroughly discussed and addressed.
• Facilitate required documentation of patient-centered plans of care for non-nursing support services, including any changes in care levels, family support, and other essential interventions.
• Ensure the completion of patient plans of care for non-nursing support services, are completed and updated in a timely manner.
• Oversee the 24/7 availability of hospice services, ensuring adequate staffing and resources.
• Manage scheduling, productivity, performance reviews, team support, and other operational aspects for the IDT teams.
• Supports workflow management in EMR by completing all required tasks outside of orders and tasks requiring RN licensure
• Ensure efficient utilization of resources, including managing program mileage and labor to meet budget expectations.
• Supervise the care of palliative patients per the established plan of care for support team services, ensuring appropriate continuity, service, and quality
• Engage in patient care when needed, including conducting routine and discharge support visits, as required by licensing standards.

Education and/or Experience Required

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in healthcare or a related field.
• Minimum of three years of healthcare experience, preferably in a hospice, palliative, home health, or related setting.
• Leadership or management experience in a healthcare setting, particularly in hospice/palliative care.
• Experience with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems.

Certifications, Licenses, and Registrations

• Active state licensure in healthcare required.
• Certification in Hospice and Palliative Care.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The demands of this role necessitate a team member to effectively perform essential functions. Adaptations can be made to accommodate team members with disabilities. Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity are fundamental, along with the ability to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds. Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. In a healthcare setting, exposure to bodily fluids, infectious diseases, and conditions typical to the field is expected. Routine use of standard medical equipment and tools associated with clinical care is essential.

This description provides a general overview and may vary by role and department, capturing the nuanced demands and conditions inherent to clinical positions in our organization. At Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success. We are committed to creating a fair work environment where our team members feel welcomed, highly valued, and respected. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Compensation range

Compensation range: $124,695-$164,695 The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities

Compassus offers a comprehensive benefits package including, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k and much more #LI-GL1 Build a Rewarding Career with Compassus At Compassus

At Compassus, we care for our team members as much as we care for our patients and their families. Through our Care for Who I Am culture, we show compassion, respect, and appreciation for every individual. Embark on a career that cares for you while you care for others. Your Career Journey Matters We’re dedicated to helping you grow and succeed. Whether you’re pursuing leadership roles, specialized training, or exploring new career paths, we provide the tools and support you need to thrive.

Compassus Advantage

• Meaningful Work: Make an impact every day by honoring the quality of life of our patients, supporting them and their families with compassion, and creating moments that truly matter.
• Career Development: Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized professional development.
• Innovation Meets Compassion: Collaborate with a supportive team using the latest tools and technologies to deliver exceptional care.
• Enhanced Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs designed for your well-being.
• Recognition and Support: Be celebrated for your contributions through recognition programs that honor your dedication.
• A Culture of Belonging: Thrive in a culture where you can be your authentic self, valued for your unique contributions and supported in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion.

Ready to Join?

At Compassus, your career is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. Take the next step and join a team that empowers you to grow, innovate, and thrive.

Compassus provides a continuum of integrated home-based services including home health, home infusion, palliative and hospice care.

Thousands of teammates and hundreds of access points nationwide provide high-quality care and manage patients’ advanced illnesses in partnership with health systems and long-term care partners.

The Compassus Care for who I am culture reflects its unique care delivery model, which focuses on each person as an individual as well as a patient, to improve their quality of life in a meaningful way.

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