Hospice Director Jobs

Hospice directors guide the teams and operations that support patients and families through end-of-life care. These senior leaders help ensure compassionate, coordinated services while overseeing clinical quality, regulatory compliance, staffing, budgets, and organizational performance. Explore hospice director opportunities on Ladders, featuring vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Hospice Director Do?

Responsibilities vary by organization and may include directing hospice programs, supervising clinical and administrative teams, developing care policies, monitoring quality outcomes, and coordinating with physicians, nurses, social workers, and community partners. Directors may also manage budgets, support referrals and census growth, and ensure services meet applicable state and federal requirements.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experienced healthcare leaders with strong knowledge of hospice or palliative care, team leadership, compliance, and care delivery. Depending on the position, qualifications may include a nursing or other healthcare degree, an active professional license, and significant management experience. Strategic planning, communication, financial oversight, and quality improvement skills can also be important.

Hospice Director Career Opportunities

Hospice director roles can be found in nonprofit and for-profit hospice organizations, health systems, and community-based care providers. Titles and scope vary: opportunities may focus on clinical services, operations, patient care, or an entire hospice program. Compensation depends on factors such as location, organization size, experience, and responsibilities. Browse Ladders to find vetted hospice director jobs paying $100,000 or more and take the next step in your healthcare leadership career.

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$110K - $145K *

Elevate hospice care by leading strategic initiatives, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration among teams to enhance patient services and operational efficiency...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $102K *

Advance your career by leading a compassionate hospice team, driving operational excellence, and fostering community relationships while ensuring exceptional patient care and team development...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing hospice clinical services by overseeing care delivery, guiding clinical teams, and ensuring compliance with quality standards while fostering a supportive environment for...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering compassionate hospice care while overseeing branch operations and fostering a culture of accountability and support. Lead with integrity and ensure high-qual...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $155K *

Elevate hospice care by leading a dedicated team to implement quality services, ensuring compliance and fostering a culture of compassion and growth. Drive operational excellence while inspiring talen...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of a mid-sized hospice program, leading operations and interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care while fostering a culture of compassion and compliance with...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Champion compassionate care as a Hospice Medical Director, overseeing clinical operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and enhancing patient outcomes across multiple locations while leading interd...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Transform end-of-life care as a Hospice Medical Director, leading clinical oversight and ensuring compassionate, compliant services across multiple locations. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$500K+*

Transform the delivery of hospice services by leading a dedicated team, setting strategic goals, and ensuring compliance with quality standards while fostering a supportive and collaborative environme...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$500K+*

Inspire excellence by leading hospice services, establishing quality standards, and fostering a diverse team to achieve organizational goals while ensuring compliance with regulations and best practic...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality hospice care by overseeing operations, managing staff, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Drive strategic initiatives and foster a culture of teamwork...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $140K *

Drive exceptional hospice care by leading strategic operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering a collaborative environment that empowers teams to deliver outstanding patient outcomes...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $140K *

Transform healthcare delivery by leading exceptional hospice care initiatives, ensuring compliance, and optimizing team performance while fostering a collaborative environment that empowers staff and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $140K *

Elevate hospice care by leading strategic operations, ensuring compliance, and optimizing team performance. Collaborate with leadership to drive results and foster a supportive environment focused on...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $140K *

Explore a leadership role in hospice care, guiding operations and enhancing patient experiences while fostering a collaborative team environment. Drive strategic initiatives and ensure compliance in a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$145K - $160K *

Lead the charge in enhancing patient care services by overseeing clinical operations, guiding supervisors, and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards while fostering a collaborative environment...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$77K - $116K *

Transform home health care by overseeing operations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing profitability. Lead a dedicated team while coordinating projects to meet both immediate and long-term objectives...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a dedicated team to oversee patient care and lead the Interdisciplinary Team, ensuring high-quality service and compliance with regulations while fostering a supportive environment for staff and...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform patient care by leading interdisciplinary teams, ensuring quality and compliance in hospice services. Drive operational excellence while mentoring staff and enhancing patient-family experien...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $190K *

Lead and oversee hospice operations, ensuring exceptional patient care and compliance. Drive quality improvement, mentor staff, and foster community engagement while supporting strategic initiatives a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Innovate in palliative care by leading strategic initiatives and operational excellence. Drive quality patient-centered services while fostering a compassionate team culture. Collaborate with stakehol...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Champion exceptional hospice care by leading clinical services, guiding teams, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Drive organizational goals while enhancing patient and family experiences...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$130K - $150K *

Champion exceptional patient care by leading clinical direction in hospice services. Drive quality standards, oversee personnel, and ensure compliance with organizational goals while fostering a compa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $125K *

Engage in clinical leadership to enhance hospice care quality, guiding staff in assessments, protocols, and performance improvement while ensuring ethical standards and a customer-centric approach in...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Elevate patient care as a leader overseeing clinical services. Manage interdisciplinary teams, ensure quality compliance, and support healthcare staff in delivering compassionate support to patients a...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a hospice director do?question toggle

    A hospice director leads hospice services and teams, overseeing areas such as care quality, clinical or administrative operations, staffing, budgets, compliance, and coordination with patients, families, and care partners.

  • What qualifications are needed for hospice director jobs?question toggle

    Requirements differ by employer. Many positions call for substantial healthcare leadership experience and knowledge of hospice or palliative care. Some roles require a relevant degree, professional licensure, or specific clinical credentials.

  • How much do hospice directors earn?question toggle

    Pay varies based on location, employer, experience, and the position’s scope. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where do hospice directors work?question toggle

    Hospice directors may work for hospice agencies, nonprofit and for-profit providers, health systems, or community-based organizations.

  • What skills are important for a hospice director?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include leadership, communication, operational and financial management, regulatory knowledge, quality improvement, and the ability to support compassionate, coordinated care.