Hospice Vice President of Clinical Operations

Hospice Vice President of Clinical Operations

Irvine, California

Join Silverado Hospice and be part of a nationally recognized team ranked in the top 10 nationwide by Fortune Magazine's Best Workplaces in Aging Services. Since 1997, Silverado has been delivering exceptional care to individuals with neurodegenerative conditions and those facing life-limiting illnesses through our Hospice services. We're a certified Great Place to Work and proud to offer competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead and oversee regional hospice clinical operations, ensuring alignment with Silverado’s mission and regulatory standards
• Supervise Regional Clinical Managers, QAPI Manager, and After-Hours Triage teams
• Drive performance through KPIs, quality benchmarks, and clinical productivity metrics
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and hospice-specific regulations
• Collaborate with SVP of Hospice Operations and CEO on strategic initiatives
• Partner with Business Development to support regional growth and service expansion
• Manage staffing, training, and performance across interdisciplinary teams
• Provide financial oversight, including budget planning and cost management
• Champion innovation and continuous improvement in clinical processes
• Promote a culture of excellence, empathy, and accountability
• Represent Silverado Hospice in professional forums and community events
• Report to the Governing Body, and implement organizational goals in alignment with directives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in Nursing or related field required
• Certificate in Hospice and Palliative Care Management preferred
• Active RN license required
• Minimum 57 years of healthcare management experience, ideally in hospice care
• Proven ability to lead clinical teams and manage multi-site operations
• Strong understanding of hospice regulations, EMR systems, and interdisciplinary care models
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and current auto insurance required
• Comfortable working in an environment with animals and pets
• Ability to remain calm and compassionate in emotionally intense situations

Why Choose Silverado Hospice

• Fortune Magazine Best Workplace in Aging Services
• Certified Great Place to Work
• Strong internal mobility and leadership development programs

Anticipated Pay Range

$175,000 - $190,000 USD

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Pet Insurance, Auto and Home Insurance and Discount Programs

California Employees

For roles requiring driving, the driving requirement has been deemed essential to the performance of this role due to specific business necessity. Supporting documentation is maintained by Silverado and is available for review upon request to ensure compliance with California law.

EOE/M/F/D/V