Branch Director

Des Plaines, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At Elara Caring we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals providing the Right Care at the Right Time in the Right Place.

Job Description:

Branch Director - Hospice

At Elara Caring we care where you are and believe the best place for your care is where you live. We know theres no place like home and thats why our teams continue to provide high-quality care to more than 60000 patients each day in their preferred home setting. Wherever our patients call home and wherever they are on their health journey we care. Each team member has a part to play in this mission. This means you have countless ways to make a difference as a Branch Director - Hospice. Being a part of something this great starts by carrying out our mission every day through your true calling: developing an amazing team of compassionate and dedicated healthcare providers.

To continue to be an industry pioneer delivering unparalleled care we need a Branch Director - Hospice with commitment and compassion. Are you one of them If so apply today!

Why Join the Elara Caring mission

Work autonomy and flexible schedules
1:1 patient care
Supportive and collaborative environment
Competitive compensation package
Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees
Comprehensive insurance plans for medical dental and vision benefits
401(K) with employer match
Paid time off paid holidays family and pet bereavement
Pet insurance

As a Branch Director Hospice youll contribute to our success in the following ways:

Oversees the financial performance of branches falling within the Branch Directors provider number. Implements an effective budgeting and accounting system that promotes the health and safety of the agencys patients.
Ensures adequate staffing levels at branch locations to meet patient needs.
Ensures compliance of current Medicare Medicaid and third-party reimbursement regulations and changes. Identifies and reports potential payment/coverage problems.
Supervises and coordinates utilization review activities.
Participates in strategic development of Key Accounts including participation in weekly monthly and quarterly review meetings as needed.
Ensures accuracy of all public information materials and activities.
Maintains availability by phone as directed by company policy or regulatory requirement.
Participates in on-call rotations as scheduled.
Identifies need for changes in program and services develops proposals for consideration by Area Vice President or other supervisors as appropriate.
Investigates complaints and problems ensures problem resolution and correction of deficiencies and reports results to the Area Vice President.

What is Required

5 years Hospice experience
RN license in state of operations that is current and unrestricted
Previous leadership/management experience within a Home Health/Hospice environment
Proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word Excel and Outlook)
Previous experience with Homecare HomeBase is preferred
Demonstrated ability to manage operations financials and work within a matrixed environment
Bachelors Degree in Healthcare Administration Nursing or related field is preferred

You will report to the Area Vice President.

This is not a comprehensive list of all job responsibilities; a full job description will be provided.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender gender identity or expression or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity: We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited hired assigned and promoted without regard to race national origin religion age color sex sexual orientation gender identity disability protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process please submit a request via email at

Pay & Benefit Information: Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors including qualifications skills competencies and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed.

Required Experience:

Director