Hospice Regional Executive Director (Administrator)

Join Silverado Hospice Orange County covering Irvine and Inland Empire area 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.
We're hiring a Regional Hospice Administrator - a strategic leader responsible for overseeing multiple hospice locations, driving operational performance, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting sustainable growth across the region.
Be a difference-maker with a hospice care leader!
You're an experienced hospice executive who thrives in a mission-driven environment. You bring strong operational leadership, business acumen, and a passion for developing teams while ensuring exceptional care for patients and families
Location & Travel
The ideal candidate will reside within the assigned region and be able to travel regularly to support multiple hospice locations. Travel throughout the market, and occasionally to other regions, is required based on business needs.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Provide operational oversight and strategic direction for assigned Silverado Hospice programs.
Partner with local Administrators to ensure achievement of census, financial, quality, and operational goals.
Assume operational responsibility for programs during Administrator vacancies or leadership transitions.
Collaborate with regional and site leadership teams, including Directors of Patient Care Services, Business Development leaders, Business Office Managers, and other operational partners.
Participate in budget planning and monitor financial performance across assigned locations.
Support operational efficiencies while maintaining exceptional patient and family experiences.
Support program growth and market development initiatives.
Build and maintain strong relationships with referral partners and community stakeholders.
Monitor key performance metrics and implement action plans to improve outcomes.
Maintain readiness for regulatory surveys and audits.
Establish and monitor standards of care that support Silverado Hospice's commitment to quality and service excellence.
Maintain appropriate service agreements and partnerships necessary to meet patient and family needs.
Recruit, mentor, train, and support Hospice Administrators and emerging leaders.
Provide coaching, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities.
Promote associate engagement, accountability, and retention throughout the region.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Nursing, Business Administration, or related healthcare field required.
Master's degree preferred.
Hospice and Palliative Care Management certification preferred.
Minimum of 2-5 years of experience as a Hospice Administrator, Executive Director, or equivalent leadership role.
Strong knowledge of Medicare Hospice Conditions of Participation and Joint Commission standards.
Multi-site leadership experience preferred.
Certificate in Hospice Management preferred
Minimum of two (2) years of full-time supervisory or management experience
Experience must be within the past five (5) year
Associates in driving-required roles must maintain a valid and active driver’s license; failure to do so may result in reassignment, suspension, or termination per company policy
Valid driver's license and clean driving record required
Background in hospice, home health, a primary care clinic, or another healthcare setting
Flexibility to work outside regular hours based on business needs
Why Choose Silverado?
Fortune Magazine Best Workplace in Aging Services™
Certified Great Place to Work®
Competitive compensation and benefits
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Anticipated pay range
$175,000—$215,000 USD
Silverado offers the following benefits to eligible employees:
401(k) matching
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance
Referral program
Other amazing benefits such as Pet Insurance, Auto and Home Insurance and Discount Programs!
* Silverado does not accept candidates from outside recruiters or agencies for this role. *
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