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VP of Operations

Gentiva Hospice

Kansas City, MOFull-timeSeen 1 day agoStill listed 1 day ago

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Compensation
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Location
Kansas City, MO
Schedule
Full-time
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degreeValid Driver's License

Job overview

Gentiva Hospice seeks a Vice President of Operations to oversee daily performance and long-term growth across multiple agencies in a regional territory. The executive will lead operational planning, staffing, compliance, financial performance, and team development while partnering with regional leadership and cross-functional teams. The role requires a bachelor’s degree, at least five years in senior operations management, a valid driver’s license, and travel of up to 65–70%.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Regional Healthcare OperationsTeam LeadershipHospice OperationsHome Health OperationsHealthcare ComplianceHealthcare RegulationsBusiness DevelopmentReferral RelationshipsPhysician RelationshipsCommunicationInfluencingData ManagementPrioritizationProblem SolvingProfessional JudgmentMicrosoft OfficeExcelPowerPoint

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Healthcare Administration, Business, or Related Healthcare Field5 Years Senior Operations ManagementValid Driver's LicenseAutomobile Liability InsuranceHome Health, Hospice, or Post-Acute Care ExperienceTravel Up to 70%

Benefits

401(k) Match
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Overview

Drive Growth. Lead Operational Excellence. Deliver Results.

We are seeking a results-driven and experienced Vice President of Operations to oversee the daily performance and long-term growth strategy of multiple agencies in the following states - NE, KS, OK, NM, CO, AZ, NV, CA, WA, OR. This executive-level leader will ensure operational controls, staffing, compliance, and business goals are executed with excellence across the region. You will lead through influence, empower high-performing teams, and ensure alignment with company objectives for quality care and financial performance.

Essential Functions of the Position

Operational Leadership and Strategy

  • Partner with the region’s management team to develop scalable systems, processes, and infrastructure that support rapid growth and clinical excellence

  • Lead the operational planning and performance tracking across all assigned agency locations

  • Monitor and interpret regional KPIs including census growth, productivity, staffing levels, CAP liability, expenses, admissions, and discharges

Team Oversight and Performance Management

  • Direct and coordinate regional clinical and office staff to ensure quality, continuity, and compliance with all federal and state regulations

  • Build and sustain a high-performance team; recruit, train, coach, and retain regional leaders

  • Provide on-the-job training, performance reviews, coaching, and development recommendations

Business Growth and Financial Management

  • Drive financial results and ensure the region achieves and surpasses census goals, profitability targets, and overall business objectives

  • Collaborate with the Region President on strategic initiatives and budget management

  • Provide timely, accurate, and complete reports on agency operating conditions and performance metrics

Compliance and Operational Efficiency

  • Oversee the effectiveness and compliance of regional systems and processes across all locations

  • Ensure operations are aligned with healthcare laws, regulatory requirements, and company standards

  • Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, clinical, and executive teams to promote seamless care delivery and administrative efficiency

About You

Specialized Knowledge and Skills

  • Strong leadership experience in regional or multi-site healthcare operations

  • Proven ability to lead performance-driven teams and support rapid growth

  • Strong knowledge of hospice or home health operations, compliance, and healthcare regulations

  • Skilled at generating new business and maintaining strong referral and physician relationships

  • Excellent communication and influencing skills across clinical, administrative, and executive stakeholders

  • Ability to manage complex, time-sensitive data and prioritize multiple initiatives

  • Strong problem-solving skills and sound professional judgment

  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and PowerPoint

Education and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in healthcare administration, business, or a related healthcare field required

  • Minimum of 5 years in a senior management-level operations role with demonstrated success in building and scaling markets, processes, and systems

  • Previous experience in home health, hospice, or post-acute care preferred

Licenses and Certifications

  • Valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance coverage required

Travel Requirements

  • Up to 65–70% travel required to support agencies across the assigned region

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)

Lead with vision. Operate with excellence. Apply today to become our next Vice President of Operations.

Legalese

  • 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

Location Gentiva Hospice Our Company

At Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.

Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.

Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include:

  • Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon

  • Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care

  • Home health care: Heartland Home Health

  • Advanced illness management: Illumia Health

With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated.

How this job compares

Set against the 1,103 open Healthcare Operations jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 30, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$102–158K/yr649 salary ranges
  • US median$28–41/hr126 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 22 open Healthcare Operations jobs in Missouri and 1,103 across the US. 9% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Missouri
Experience
This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Healthcare Operations postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (945 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 319 of the 1,103 open Healthcare Operations jobs (29%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 30, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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