Branch Director - Hospice (Multi-Site)

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Each employee has a chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our team of healthcare professionals, providing the right care, at the right time, in the right place.

Job Description

Branch Director – Hospice.

Why Join the Elara Caring mission?

• Work autonomy and flexible schedules
• 1:1 patient care
• Supportive and collaborative environment
• Competitive compensation package
• Tuition reimbursement for full‑time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees
• Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(K) with employer match
• Paid time off, paid holidays, family and pet bereavement
• Pet insurance

As a Branch Director – Hospice you’ll contribute to our success in the following ways:

• Oversee the financial performance of branches falling within the Branch Director’s provider number. Implement an effective budgeting and accounting system that promotes the health and safety of the agency’s patients.
• Ensure adequate staffing levels at branch locations to meet patient needs.
• Ensure compliance with current Medicare, Medicaid, and third‑party reimbursement regulations and changes. Identify and report potential payment/coverage problems.
• Supervise and coordinate utilization review activities.
• Participate in strategic development of Key Accounts, including participation in weekly, monthly, and quarterly review meetings, as needed.
• Ensure accuracy of all public information, materials, and activities.
• Maintain availability by phone as directed by company policy or regulatory requirement.
• Participate in on‑call rotations as scheduled.
• Identify need for changes in program and services, develop proposals for consideration by Area Vice President or other supervisors, as appropriate.
• Investigate complaints and problems, ensure problem resolution and correction of deficiencies, and report results to the Area Vice President.

What is Required?

• 5+ years Hospice experience
• RN license in state of operations that is current and unrestricted (preferred)
• Previous leadership/management experience within a Home Health/Hospice environment
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Previous experience with Homecare HomeBase is preferred
• Demonstrated ability to manage operations, financials, and work within a matrixed environment
• Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare Administration, Nursing or related field (preferred)

You will report to the Area Vice President.

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