DescriptionVice President of Palliative CareLocation: Remote / Multi-StateWe are seeking an experienced and strategic Vice President of Palliative Care to lead the development, growth, and operational performance of our palliative care services.
What You'll Do- Provide executive leadership and strategic direction for palliative care services across multiple locations and markets.
- Develop and execute strategies to expand palliative care programs, increase patient access, and drive sustainable growth.
- Oversee clinical operations, quality outcomes, regulatory compliance, and overall program performance.
- Partner with executive leadership to establish operational goals, financial targets, and key performance indicators.
- Lead the development and implementation of standardized clinical practices, policies, and procedures.
- Collaborate with hospice, home health, and other healthcare leaders to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.
- Build and maintain relationships with hospitals, physicians, health systems, referral partners, and community organizations.
- Identify opportunities for new market expansion, service development, and strategic partnerships.
- Recruit, mentor, and develop high-performing clinical and operational leadership teams.
- Monitor program budgets, staffing models, productivity, and financial performance.
- Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, accreditation standards, and organizational policies.
- Promote a culture of clinical excellence, accountability, collaboration, and compassionate care.
What We're Looking For- Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or a related field required; master's degree preferred.
- 7+ years of progressive healthcare leadership experience, including senior-level operational responsibility.
- Direct leadership experience in palliative care and/or hospice services strongly preferred.
- Experience overseeing clinical operations across multiple locations, regions, or markets.
- Demonstrated success developing, expanding, or improving palliative care programs.
- Strong understanding of palliative care delivery models, clinical quality standards, reimbursement, and regulatory requirements.
- Experience managing budgets, operational performance, and financial outcomes.
- Proven ability to develop strategic partnerships and drive organizational growth.
- Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with executive leadership, clinical teams, and external stakeholders.
- Willingness to travel as needed to support operations and organizational initiatives.
