Director Hospice, Medford, OR

DescriptionCalling All Esteemed Leaders! Are you a compassionate, strategic leader with a passion for advancing end‑of‑life care across diverse care settings? Do you excel in leading complex programs, aligning teams, and balancing quality, access, and financial stewardship? This leadership opportunity invites your expertise.The RoleThe Director, Hospice plans, organizes, and directs the strategic and operational activities of Providence Hospice and Providence Home and Community Care.Serving as a key resource for the Portland Service Area, this role collaborates with Providence leaders to develop and maintain a system‑wide approach to end‑of‑life care, aligned with Service Area priorities, Service Line strategies, and industry trends.The Director leads complex, multi‑site hospice and home‑based care programs, ensuring high‑quality, coordinated care delivery across the continuum. This role balances clinical quality, patient experience, and financial performance, while fostering strong collaboration across departments, disciplines, and community partners.Key challenges include navigating service integration in a capitated payment environment, coordinating cross‑departmental efforts, managing competing priorities across stakeholders, maintaining alignment across multiple sites, and balancing quality and financial outcomes in hospice and palliative care delivery.What You’ll DoStrategic Leadership & Program DevelopmentIdentify opportunities to improve end‑of‑life care across Providence Service Areas.Lead planning and implementation of hospice programs within Home and Community Services, including expansion into new markets.Participate in strategic planning and budget development with Business and Clinical Operations and Hospice/Palliative Care leadership .Operational & Financial ManagementProvide administrative leadership and oversight of all Hospice programs and services.Collaborate with operations, finance, revenue cycle, and accounting teams to develop and improve systems, reporting, and performance outcomes.Support development of payer contracts in collaboration with contracting leadership, including scope of services, pricing, utilization conditions, and evaluation.Care Coordination & Clinical IntegrationLead coordination of care across Hospice and Palliative Care programs within the healthcare continuum.Collaborate closely with Medical Directors on clinical and organizational priorities.Ensure services align with Providence policies, care standards, and quality expectations.Quality, Compliance & Regulatory ReadinessEnsure compliance with Providence policies and all applicable accreditation, legal, and regulatory requirements.Participate in performance improvement and quality initiatives across hospice and home services.Maintain readiness for regulatory survey and accreditation standards.Workforce Leadership & DevelopmentLead staff and management performance across hospice programs.Develop staff through orientation, training, and ongoing education.Foster strong working relationships across the organization.Community Engagement & RepresentationPromote Providence Hospice and Home Services within the community.Represent Hospice programs with government agencies, legislators, and professional organizations.Support development of partnerships that strengthen community‑based care delivery.Technology & InnovationPlan and guide implementation of technology enhancements supporting operational and clinical practice improvements.QualificationsEducation & CredentialsBachelor’s Degree in Nursing, Healthcare, Human Services, or Business; or equivalent combination of education and experienceMaster’s Degree in Business, Nursing, or related health field (preferred)Required upon hire: National Provider BLS – American Heart Association (Vendor Managed)Required upon hire: Background check compliance per Providence Health & Services policy #302Preferred upon hire: Clinical LicenseExperience & ExpertiseMinimum of 4 years of progressively responsible healthcare leadership experience10 or more years of hospice-related experience (preferred)Experience with community advisory and/or governance (preferred)Knowledge of healthcare delivery systems and hospice operationsKnowledge of financial planning, human resources, marketing, and organizational practices in hospice programsAbility to develop and maintain relationships with diverse healthcare audiencesAbility to travel efficientlyDriving may be required as part of this role. Caregivers must comply with all applicable state requirements and provide proof of driver’s license and auto insurance upon request, in accordance with policy.Leadership CapabilitiesStrong organizational and leadership skillsProven ability to build rapport quickly and achieve resultsDemonstrated success developing and implementing new programsAbility to lead in a rapidly changing and competitive environmentStrong communication and stakeholder engagement skillsAbility to balance quality outcomes with financial performanceAbility to prioritize and manage competing demands effectivelyWhy Join Us?Mission ‑ Driven Impact: Lead compassionate, patient‑centered hospice careRegional Influence: Shape care delivery across the continuumCollaborative Leadership: Partner with clinical, operational, and community leadersProgram Innovation: Advance new models of care and service expansionMeaningful Work: Support patients and families during critical life momentsReady to Shape the Future of Healthcare?If you are a compassionate, strategic leader committed to excellence in hospice and palliative care, we encourage you to apply. Step into this Director, Hospice role and help advance the future of end‑of‑life care at Providence.The full pay range is listed in accordance with applicable law. Final compensation will be determined based on qualifications, experience, organizational compensation alignment, and the approved hiring department budget for the position. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation and benefits.At Providence we believe in the importance of human connection and the impact of in-person collaboration towards team cohesion and caregiver engagement. Further, we want our leaders to live in or near the communities we serve. Therefore, leaders applying for this role will be required to work a hybrid schedule, which consists of three days onsite, two days remote and live within a reasonable commuting distance to the ministry or service area they support and lead.About ProvidenceAt Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts 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.Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.Requsition ID: 434307Company: Providence JobsJob Category: Patient Care (Non-Acute)Job Function: Clinical CareJob Schedule: Full timeJob Shift: DayCareer Track: LeadershipDepartment: 5010 PMMC HOSPICEAddress: OR Medford 1111 Crater Lake AveWork Location: Providence Medford Medical CenterWorkplace Type: On-sitePay Range: $61.37 - $96.89The 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.