Director-Hospice-ABQ

Presbyterian Healthcare Services
life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, long term disability
United States, New Mexico, Albuquerque
1100 Central Avenue Southeast (Show on map)
Jan 06, 2026
Location Address: 8100 Constitution Pl NE , Albuquerque, New Mexico 87110-7643, United States of America Summary: Plans, directs and coordinates the operational, financial and personnel activities of Inpatient hospice services, Outpatient Hospice services and alignment of hospice services with the Palliative Care program. Responsible for management of Hospice programs within parameters to meet State and Federal regulations for a hospice inpatient Unit and home based services. Accountable for achieving the key strategies and deliverables of the hospice and Palliative care programs. Positions Hospice as integral to PHS continuum of care services and as a market leader Job Description: Responsible for program planning, development and operation as well as positioning program for future success and growth. Assures implementation of change projects/initiatives. Assists in the development and implementation of the department strategic plan. Deploys meets or exceeds requirements or benchmarks for quality clinical care, staff performance and development, customer loyalty, financial performance and growth within the department. Develops and deploys department work plans and goals or deliverables to support PHHs and PHSs key strategies and initiatives. Prepares, implements and monitors department operating and capital budgets in conjunction with overall PHH plan and strategies. Responsible for execution and coordination of all contractual agreement for hospice, i.e. pharmacy, DME, providers etc. Assures coordination of services with Palliative Care and other PHH and PHS services. Performs personnel management functions including hiring, coaching, evaluating, counseling and dismissing. Holds staff and managers measurably accountable for clinical outcomes, productivity and efficiency and customer loyalty goals that sustain departmental success. Develops, implements, and monitors standards based practice and assures quality care is delivered to all patients. Ensures completion of all required documentation for Hospice and Palliative patient care, ensures that the plans of care are developed in conjunction with the patient, patients family and /or patients representative and reflect the appropriate level of care. Oversees audits and continuous improvement of results as indicated. Develops and maintains policies and procedures for the Hospice and Palliative care programs as required Maintain adequate knowledge of all functions of the department and maintain availability to assist with any problems that arise, whether routine or systemic. Rotates administrative on-call to provide general supervision during non-office hours. Plans, schedules, coordinates and attends regularly scheduled Interdisciplinary Team Meetings with Inpatient and Outpatient Hospice management and care delivery staff. Interacts and coordinates activities with a variety of health care agents, regulatory agencies, and vendors. Facilitates effective communication between administration, staff, physicians, other departments, patients, families, and the general public. Participates in conflict resolution as necessary and acts as an effective problem solver. Empowers professional staff through delegation of responsibility, authority, and accountability. Utilizes outcome based decision making (PDSA) for change initiatives. Performs other functions as required. Additional Job Description:* "Masters degree in a health care related field required. 7 years home health/hospice care administration/management required. 1-3 years Hospice experience preferred. 1-3 years supervisory experience preferred. 3-5 years of direct patient care preferred UPDATED: 2/7/2019 Benefits Benefits are effective day-one (for .45 FTE and above) and include: Competitive salaries Full medical, dental and vision insurance Flexible spending accounts (FSAs) Free wellness programs Paid time off (PTO) Retirement plans, including matching employer contributions Continuing education and career development opportunities Life insurance and short/long term disability programs About Us Presbyterian Healthcare Services is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system ofnine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, it is the state's largest private employer with approximately 11,000 employees. Presbyterian's story is really the story of the remarkable people who have chosen to work here. Starting with Reverend Cooper who began our journey in 1908, the hard work of thousands of physicians, employees, board members, and other volunteers brought Presbyterian from a tiny tuberculosis sanatorium to a statewide healthcare system, serving more than 700,000 New Mexicans. We are part of New Mexico's history-and committed to its future. That is why we will continue to work just as hard and care just as deeply to serve New Mexico for years to come. About New Mexico New Mexico's unique blend of Spanish, Mexican and Native American influences contribute to a culturally rich lifestyle. Add in Albuquerque's International Balloon Fiesta, Los Alamos' nuclear scientists, Roswell's visitors from outer space, and Santa Fe's artists, and you get an eclectic mix of people, places and experiences that make this state great. Cities in New Mexico are continually ranked among the nation's best places to work and live by Forbes magazine, Kiplinger's Personal Finance, and other corporate and government relocation managers like Worldwide ERC. New Mexico offers endless recreational opportunities to explore, and enjoy an active lifestyle. Venture off the beaten path, challenge your body in the elements, or open yourself up to the expansive sky. From hiking, golfing and biking to skiing, snowboarding and boating, it's all available among our beautiful wonders of the west. AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.