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.
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.
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 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.
Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA): Palliative Care
$120K - $155K *
Empower patients by delivering compassionate, patient-centered palliative care through virtual consultations. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance quality of life for members with complex needs...
2 weeks ago
$140K - $150K *
Lead the charge in advancing oncology-focused medical strategies, leveraging clinical expertise and strategic insights to drive impactful marketing initiatives and foster key relationships within the...
3 days ago
Hospice Veterinarian | Your Set The Hours | No Non-Compete | Los Angeles, CA
$155K *
Deliver compassionate end-of-life care for pets in a supportive, flexible environment. Enjoy meaningful interactions with families while practicing independently, with a focus on quality over quantity...
1 week ago
Hospice Veterinarian | Your Set The Hours | No Non-Compete | United States
$105K - $160K *
Contribute to compassionate end-of-life care for pets, practicing independently while enjoying a flexible schedule. Join a supportive team dedicated to meaningful work that honors pets and their famil...
2 weeks ago
Manager, Case Management (LCSW/LMFT)
$90K - $115K *
Champion clinical excellence by leading and mentoring a dynamic ECM team, ensuring comprehensive patient care and adherence to individualized plans, while collaborating effectively with multidisciplin...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Champion social strategy and community engagement, driving impactful growth across multiple channels. Lead a dynamic team to create culturally relevant content, leveraging AI for efficiency and innova...
2 weeks ago
$227K - $341K *
Lead the strategic development and continuous improvement of clinical programs, focusing on optimizing patient care across the continuum. Oversee a multidisciplinary team to enhance outcomes, reduce h...
4 days ago
$150K - $180K *
Drive strategic business development initiatives to enhance market growth, profitability, and operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with organizational go...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower our rehabilitation team by leading operations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing patient care. Drive financial success and foster strong relationships with staff and clients while maintaining...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Drive revenue growth by cultivating relationships with healthcare professionals and referral sources. Oversee sales activities and marketing support in your territory, ensuring profitability while edu...
3 days ago
$88K - $105K *
Lead the charge in shaping HR strategies that enhance organizational effectiveness, drive talent development, and foster a culture of excellence while ensuring compliance and promoting positive relati...
Reposted 3 days ago
$69K - $101K *
Lead the charge in holistic clinical care management, enhancing health outcomes through comprehensive assessments, care planning, and coordination for diverse member populations with complex needs...
1 week ago
Project Director - Documentation Integrity
$100K - $120K *
Optimize clinical documentation processes across facilities while ensuring regulatory compliance and enhancing reimbursement efficiency. Leverage your expertise in behavioral health and audit readines...
3 weeks ago
Hospice Veterinarian | Your Set The Hours | No Non-Compete | Dekalb, IL
$135K *
Deliver compassionate end-of-life care for pets in a supportive, flexible environment. Enjoy meaningful interactions with families while practicing independently, with a focus on quality over quantity...
1 week ago
Remote Director of Clinical Reimbursement
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leading clinical reimbursement strategies across skilled nursing facilities, ensuring compliance and optimal performance through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to enhan...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Director of Compliance - Aspire Health Plan
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by leading compliance initiatives in the health insurance sector. Drive program effectiveness, manage audits, and ensure adherence to state and federal regulations while fostering a c...
2 weeks ago
Hospice Veterinarian | Your Set The Hours | No Non-Compete | Towson, MD
$145K *
Advance compassionate end-of-life care for pets in a supportive, flexible environment. Enjoy meaningful interactions with families while practicing independently, with a focus on quality over quantity...
1 week ago
Hospice Veterinarian | Your Set The Hours | No Non-Compete | Brookfield, WI
$100K - $120K *
Join a compassionate team providing in-home pet hospice and euthanasia services. Enjoy professional autonomy while supporting families through end-of-life care in a mobile veterinary environment, focu...
3 weeks ago
Director, Cost of Care Solutions
$129K - $162K *
Unlock potential by leading enterprise-wide Cost of Care solutions. Drive scalability, optimize deployment, and enhance operational effectiveness across diverse markets, collaborating with stakeholder...
Reposted 4 days ago
$225K - $275K *
Elevate healthcare standards by guiding medical policy and coding within a collaborative team. Leverage your expertise to enhance client relationships, improve payment accuracy, and drive strategic in...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$183K - $229K *
Drive operational excellence as a senior leader, overseeing market performance, managing physician and payer partnerships, and executing strategic plans to achieve financial and clinical targets in a...
2 weeks ago
Hospice Veterinarian | Your Set The Hours | No Non-Compete | Phoenix, AZ
$110K - $165K *
Lead the charge in compassionate end-of-life care for pets, providing meaningful support to families in their homes. Enjoy a flexible schedule and a supportive team while practicing veterinary medicin...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of compliance by leading a robust program that ensures regulatory adherence, fosters a culture of integrity, and collaborates across functions to mitigate risks and enhance operationa...
2 weeks ago
Medical Director - Medicare Appeals
$174K - $374K *
Lead the Medicare Appeals team, overseeing daily operations and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance efficiency and provide expert guidance on Medicare policies wh...
Reposted 1 week ago
$220K - $280K *
Lead the charge in medical strategy excellence, overseeing team growth and client relationships while translating complex medical insights into actionable brand strategies across diverse therapeutic a...
3 days ago
What does a hospice director do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Commonly valued skills include leadership, communication, operational and financial management, regulatory knowledge, quality improvement, and the ability to support compassionate, coordinated care.