What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Administrator position at Choice Rehab LLC?
About the Role:
The Hospice Administrator plays a critical leadership role in overseeing the daily operations and strategic direction of a hospice care facility. This position ensures the delivery of compassionate, high-quality end-of-life care that meets regulatory standards and supports patients and their families during challenging times. The administrator is responsible for managing interdisciplinary teams, coordinating with healthcare providers, and maintaining compliance with healthcare laws and accreditation requirements. They also oversee budgeting, staffing, and resource allocation to optimize operational efficiency and patient satisfaction. Ultimately, the Hospice Administrator fosters a supportive environment that upholds the dignity and comfort of patients while advancing the mission of the hospice organization.
Minimum Qualifications:
As a Hospice Administrator, you will:
Manages the daily operations of the agency. The Administrator or Alternate Administrator will be available during the Agency’s operating hours.
Ensures that a Clinical Manager is available during all operating hours.
Organizes and directs the Agency’s ongoing functions. Administratively supervises the provision of quality care to Agency patients/clients.
Ensures the Agency, including any Alternate Delivery Site(s), is in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulatory agencies related to the health and safety of patients/clients.
Takes action on reports and recommendations of any authorized planning, regulatory or inspection agencies.
Ensures education and availability of applicable regulations to all Agency staff, including contractual providers.
Ensures completion, maintenance and submission of required reports.
Ensures that the organization employs or contracts with qualified personnel.
Ensures the development of personnel qualifications and policies.
Ensures adequate staff education and evaluations.
Implements an effective budgeting and accounting system that promotes the health and safety of the Agency’s patients/clients.
Maintains a current organizational chart to show lines of authority down to the patient/client level.
Has responsibility and authority for the administrative and leadership functions of the Agency.
Ensures maintenance of the appropriate personnel records, administrative records, and policies and procedures of the Agency.
Supervises to ensure implementation of Agency policy and procedures.
Ensures that the documentation of services provided is accurate and timely.
Supervises and evaluates patient/client satisfaction survey reports on all patients/clients served.
Requirements
Current RN License, BSN preferred but not required
Must comply with required training for Administration of Agencies as described by state
Valid Driver’s License
Valid Auto Insurance
CPR Certification
At least 3 years of Hospice management experience
HomeCare HomeBase experience preferred
Benefits and Perks
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401k You’re eligible after 3 months of service/The plan is 100% fully vested immediately/Choice Health At Home contributes 100% of the first 3% you contribute each pay period
- Health Savings Account
- Life Insurance
- Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays