What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Administrator position at Cherish Hospice?
Hospice Administrator – Cherish Hospice
Springfield, OH | Full-time
At Cherish Hospice, care always matters, for our patients, their families, and our team. Guided by compassion, guidance, and comfort, we help families shift the focus from curing to caring so every patient can live with dignity and peace.
We’re seeking an experienced Hospice Administrator to lead our established Springfield program. You’ll focus on excellent patient care and a strong, stable team, with an experienced corporate team behind you.
You Won’t Be Doing It Alone
Billing: Centralized team handles claims and payer follow-up, partnering with your local team on documentation and authorizations
Compliance: Corporate resources, policy guidance, and survey preparation support
HR and payroll: Corporate assistance with recruiting, onboarding, payroll, and HR administration
Financial reporting: Regular reports to help you manage your location’s performance
Leadership access: Work directly with our VP of Operations, with real input and quick decisions
Administrator Role and What Success Looks Like
Provide overall direction and management of hospice services, ensuring care aligns with our mission, vision, and philosophy
Lead and support an established team, fostering a stable, engaged workplace where clinicians want to stay
Recruit, hire, and develop qualified staff, including conducting performance evaluations
Maintain compliance with federal, state, and professional standards, including Medicare/Medicaid regulations
Grow census through strong relationships with physicians, hospitals, facilities, and community partners
Deliver consistently high-quality care reflected in family satisfaction and quality measures
Oversee budgeting, strategic planning, and day-to-day operations with the support of our corporate team
Administrator Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years of direct hospice experience
Leadership experience in a healthcare or hospice setting
Knowledge of hospice administration
Strong understanding of federal and state hospice regulations and Medicare/Medicaid compliance
Experience with budgeting, strategic planning, and operational management
Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills
Commitment to ethical leadership and patient-centered care
RN license preferred
What We Offer
Competitive pay
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Disability and life insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Mileage reimbursement
Advancement opportunities
Ready to Answer the Call?
This Hospice Administrator opportunity offers more than just a career change – it's an invitation to join something bigger than yourself. At Cherish Hospice, you'll wake up every day knowing that your work creates ripples of comfort, healing, and hope that extend far beyond what you can see.
Join a team where care always matters – for our patients, their families, and our dedicated employees. Apply today and discover the fulfillment that comes from guiding patients and families through life’s most sacred transition from curing to caring.