Director, Palliative Care and Hospice, Full-time, Days
Company: PIH Health
Location: Whittier
Posted on: October 31, 2025
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Job Description:
The Director of Palliative Care and Hospice has 24-hour
responsibility and accountability for operations over the
Palliative Care and Hospice Program.Works with Vice President,
Post-Acute Care Services, Senior Director of Patient Care Services
(DPCS), and staff to improve the quality of care, strengthen the
financial performance, and to improve patient, physician, and
employee satisfaction. Assumes responsibility for connecting
Palliative and Hospice services to other PIH Health
programs/services where the synergy and complementary nature of
such services reach the goals and mission of PIH Health. Also
accountable for the development and integration of social services
programs for Post-Acute Care Services. Leads by example. Works with
the team to reduce infrastructure and to promote high value
performance.This is an exempt management position. PIH Health is a
nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3
million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San
Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of
PIH Health Hospital - Whittier, PIH Health Hospital - Downey and
PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, 27 outpatient medical
locations, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home
healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer,
women’s health, urgent care and emergency services. The
organization is recognized by Watson Health as one of the nation’s
Top Hospitals, and College of Healthcare Information Management
Executives (CHIME) as one of the nation’s top hospital systems for
best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and
healthcare technology. PIH Health is certified as a Great Place to
Work TM. Required Skills Leadership and management skills; a
demonstrated ability to coach and develop others in a Patients
First perspective. Effective written/oral communications
Interpersonal competence Ability to promote team building among
multidisciplinary team Effectively delegates while holding those
accountable to accomplish goals. Must be able to manage changing
priorities, problem solving, and organizational skills Knowledge of
Center for Medicare/Medicaid Services (CMS) Condition of
Participation, Title 22 licensing requirements, and Center for
Disease Control (CDC) Knowledge in county and state regulations
regarding unit specific standards and operations. Knowledge of
continuous quality improvement tools, Plan Do Check Act performance
improvement methodology and techniques Demonstrates commitment to
PIH Health’s philosophy of care, Mission, Vision, Values, and
organizational culture. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of
the End-of-life continuum and the benefit PIH Health provides
within the integrated delivery system. Demonstrated skills and
experience in the provision, supervision, and management of various
clinical and social services program. Personal computer skills and
knowledge of applicable software programs Required Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in nursing, social work, or health care
administration Palliative and Hospice Certification required or to
be obtained within two years of employment in this role Minimum of
three years’ experience in a home health agency, primary care, or
health facility Experience within palliative care, hospice, social
work, and chronic care management Preferred: Master’s degree in
nursing, social work, or health care administration Two or more
years of leadership experience Evidence of continuing education
Current California drivers license and valid auto insurance Address
12401 Washington Blvd. Salary 57.04-96.00 Shift Days Zip Code
90602
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