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Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Area Director of Clinical services is responsible for the overall direction of hospice clinical services. The Area Director of Clinical services establish, implements and evaluates goals and objectives for hospice services that meet and promote standards of quality and contribute to the total organization and philosophy. This key position works directly with the RVP of Operations, to ensure clinical practices and goals are realized in an assigned geographical area. Efficient operational infrastructure to support business site and goals, strategic planning, staffing, employee development, and human resources management and financial management including profit and loss, budgeting financial forecasting and active plan development. Provide the leadership necessary to maintain a motivated, productive and competent management team through open communication and delegation of responsibilities and authority, guide and direct subordinate executives in their professional development.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

· EDUCATION:

o Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related field preferred

· EXPIERENCE:

o Minimum of 3 years of management experience in a hospice or related health care organization.

o Extensive experience in business and clinical operations

· CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE:

o Current RN licensure in the state of practice.

o Valid Driver’s License

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

· Responsible for executing strategies through a decentralized management structure to meet or exceed annual goals and objectives in five areas: (1) Growth, ADA and Revenue (2) Compliance, Clinical Operations and Quality Assurance, (3) Site operations and profitability. (4) Patient/ family satisfaction, and (5) staff management.

· This position has profit and loss responsibility for site(s) and must develop and manage an annual budget.

· Oversee delivery of covered hospice medical care and benefits within region.

· Direct all daily operations including: business development, program development around hospice including market expansions.

· Recruit, select and retain highly qualified professionals.

· Serves as key liaison between site and Corporate

· Participates in the Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement Program.

· adheres to policies, procedures and standard operating procedures.

· Participates in hospice in-service training.

· Provides technical/onsite support during the agency survey process.

· Participates in Agency IDG meetings and provides technical/mentor support.

· Provides mentoring toward clinical management related to pain and symptom management.

· Engages in ongoing self-development plan to build personal skills, organizational knowledge and enhance knowledge of the industry.

· Identifies and address skills and/or knowledge gaps to fulfill job responsibilities.

· Seeks opportunities to network with colleagues, share experiences, willingness to provide direct support, solicit feedback and exchange ideas.

· Develops and achieves professional growth goals and objectives and reviews with supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

· Experience in hospice or a related healthcare organization.

· Experience in a matrix environment and business/clinical operations.

· Proven experience in strategic planning and development.

· Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead, motivate, and organize teams.

· Ability to supervise and direct professional and administrative personnel.

· Experience in staffing, employee development, and human resources management.

· Knowledge of business management, governmental regulations, and ACHC standards.

· Experience in financial management, including profit and loss, budgeting, and forecasting.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Ability to effectively liaise between corporate leadership and site operations.

Affinity Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.