Program Director Hospice

Altus Hospice is looking for a Program Director to oversee our Hospice Program in Waco. The Hospice Director will provide overall leadership for hospice agency operations, focusing on growth, external market relationships, financial management, customer service, and quality care delivery. This role involves overseeing and administering all aspects of day‑to‑day operations, ensuring compliance with hospice‑specific regulations, laws, and policies, including Medicare/Medicaid matters, while making a significant impact on the lives of patients and their families.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8 am – 4:30 pm with on‑call duties. Territory: Temple and Waco.

Responsibilities

• Forge strong connections: partner with liaisons to foster good working relations with physicians, hospitals, nursing facilities, and more.
• Build the dream team: employ qualified colleagues and ensure adequate orientation, training, education, and evaluation.
• Be the backbone of excellence: organize and supervise the administrative functions of the hospice program and overall local operations.
• Compliance champion: maintain compliance with applicable laws and regulations and implement corrective action when needed.
• Lead with purpose: take charge of the day‑to‑day management and operations of the hospice program.
• Policy implementer: implement policies and procedures approved by the governing body.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing, health care, or business administration preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience in health‑care management, home health, hospice, or related health programs required.
• Two (2) years of hospice experience required with intimate knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid and Department of Aging and Disability Services regulations.
• Operations and/or sales leadership experience required.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships in the communities served as well as within the company.
• Skilled at establishing/maintaining working relationships with key staff, marketing contacts, and clinical staff to ensure thorough understanding of the hospice mission and services.
• Experience analyzing processes, improvement planning, supporting change, and effectively managing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, & vision insurance
• Career Path Program that supports internal growth, advancement, and increased pay
• Generous time‑off package with 15 days of PTO & 10 holidays
• Tuition reimbursement & certification assistance
• Wellness & discount programs
• Cell phone, mileage, & gym membership reimbursement
• Company‑matching 401(k)
• Hands‑on clinical onboarding program

Pay

$110,000 – $135,000 per year (average pay range). Compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate’s relevant experience and the specific responsibilities of the position, and will be discussed and confirmed at the conclusion of the interview process.