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Gentiva

AVP of Operations

Gentiva, Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29408

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Overview Lead Hospice Operations with Excellence and Compassion.

Are you a seasoned healthcare leader with a passion for driving clinical excellence, operational efficiency, and compassionate care?

We’re looking for an experienced Area Vice President (AVP) of Hospice Operations to oversee and elevate our multi-site hospice operations in South Carolina. This high-impact leadership role will ensure regulatory compliance, strategic growth, quality care delivery, and community engagement across multiple hospice programs and markets.

Responsibilities

Lead Local Operational Strategy:

Direct day-to-day business operations, financial management, staff development, admissions, payroll, and quality assurance across multiple hospice sites.

Ensure Regulatory Excellence:

Maintain compliance with Medicare, state licensing, accreditation, and federal regulations; manage readiness for surveys and audits.

Build and Grow Partnerships:

Develop and expand referral relationships with hospitals, SNFs, physicians, and discharge planners aligned to revenue targets.

Patient-Centered Oversight:

Ensure delivery of quality patient and family services, including clinical oversight in home, hospital, and long-term care settings.

Team Leadership:

Supervise executive directors, medical staff, volunteer programs, and interdepartmental teams to optimize care coordination and performance.

Public and Community Relations:

Serve as a visible ambassador for the organization in the community, manage PR initiatives, and resolve public or patient concerns.

Performance Improvement:

Participate in ongoing quality assessment and improvement programs, driving best-in-class hospice care.

Qualifications Education:

RN Degree highly preferred

Bachelor's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business, or related field considered

Experience:

Multi-site operational leadership experience strongly preferred

5+ years of progressive leadership experience in hospice or healthcare operations

3+ years of direct healthcare services leadership preferred

Proven expertise in regulatory compliance, budgeting, staff leadership, and multi-site operations

Experience with HomeCare HomeBase (HCHB) strongly preferred

In-depth knowledge of hospice CoPs, CMS regulations, and accreditation standards

Strong communication and organizational skills

Critical thinking and problem-solving mindset

Passion for patient-centered care and interdisciplinary teamwork

Ability to balance strategy, operations, and field leadership

Licensure

Active RN License required (if applicable)

Valid driver's license and auto insurance

Technical Skills

Intermediate skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint

Comfortable with data systems, electronic medical records (EMR), and analytics

Benefits We Offer

Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):

Competitive Pay

401(k) with Company Match

Career Advancement Opportunities

National & Local Recognition Programs

Teammate Assistance Fund

Additional Full-Time Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program

Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays

Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)

Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)

Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

Apply today to lead with compassion, drive clinical excellence, and shape the future of hospice care.

Legal Notice

This is a safety-sensitive position

Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits

Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements

We are proud to be an EEO employer

We maintain a drug-free workplace

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