Hospice Executive Director

Hospice Executive Director — Denver, COWe are seeking a proven Hospice Executive Director to lead a Denver-area hospice program. This is a key leadership role for a strong local operator who understands hospice operations, knows the market, and has a track record of building teams, driving growth, and leading a high-performing branch.This opportunity is best suited for a local, center-target hospice leader with established market relationships, strong operational command, and verifiable results.As the Hospice Executive Director, you will provide overall leadership, direction, and accountability for the local hospice program. You will be responsible for day-to-day operations, staff leadership, financial performance, regulatory oversight, and continued growth of the branch.This role requires someone who can lead from the front, build and maintain the right team, manage the business, and help create a strong culture focused on quality care, accountability, and long-term success.Key ResponsibilitiesOversee the overall management and performance of hospice operationsLead branch operations with accountability for staffing, hiring, budgets, and day-to-day executionDevelop and manage the annual budget, while monitoring expenditures and financial performanceAnalyze business volume, market conditions, competition, service mix, and operational costsDrive growth by expanding new and existing referral and client relationshipsPartner with recruiting and leadership to attract, hire, and retain top talentWork closely with clinical leadership on intake activity, patient needs, and operational executionEnsure compliance with company standards, as well as applicable federal and state regulationsHelp build and maintain a strong branch culture focused on performance, service, and stabilityMinimum RequirementsMust have hospice experienceMust be local to the Denver, CO marketMust have strong local market knowledge, relationships, and established contactsMinimum 3–5 years of hospice operations management experienceExperience with budget development, financial oversight, and expense managementBroad understanding of federal and state regulatory requirementsStrong leadership, operational, strategic, and managerial abilityExcellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skillsStrong judgment, problem-solving ability, and decision-making skillsOnly local candidates with proven and verifiable performance will be considered. Full job description and additional details will be shared with qualified candidates.