Now Hiring - Seaport Home Health and Hospice - Hospice Director of Business Development in San Diego, CA

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Join Seaport Hospice - Where Compassion Meets Excellence Are you passionate about providing exceptional care? At Seaport Hospice , we believe Healthcare is one of the noblest professions. Our dedicated team delivers superior clinical outcomes and outstanding patient and family satisfaction, making us the provider of choice in the San Diego community. We foster a culture built on: * Celebration of successes and making work enjoyable * Highest standards of care and professionalism * Continuous learning and growth * Respect and empathy for others * Innovation with good judgment Most importantly, we put employees first , because exceptional patient care starts with a supported and valued team. Position Overview We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Director of Business Development to lead our hospice growth initiatives. This role is responsible for expanding referral networks, driving admissions, and positioning Seaport Hospice as the provider of choice in the San Diego. Key Responsibilities * Develop and execute strategic business development plans to increase hospice referrals and admissions. * Build and maintain strong relationships with physicians, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, case managers, and other referral sources. * Lead and mentor a team of community liaisons and sales professionals. * Conduct market assessments and identify growth opportunities. * Collaborate with clinical and operational leadership to ensure seamless referral and admission processes. * Negotiate service agreements with payers, managed care organizations, and healthcare partners. * Represent Seaport Hospice at community events, professional forums, and outreach initiatives. * Monitor performance metrics and report outcomes to executive leadership. * Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and payer requirements. Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Healthcare Management, or related field (Master's preferred). * Minimum 3-5 years of experience in healthcare business development, preferably in hospice or home health. * Proven leadership experience with a track record of driving growth and managing teams. * Strong understanding of hospice care models, Medicare eligibility, and referral processes. * Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills. * Proficiency in CRM systems and performance reporting tools. * Valid driver's license and reliable transportation. About Seaport Hospice Seaport Hospice is part of the Pennant Group , a nationwide network with over 300 locations. We combine the stability of a proven healthcare leader with the freedom to innovate locally in San Diego hospice care . Our Core Values : * Celebration * Accountability * Passion for Learning * Love One Another * Intelligent Risk Taking * Customer Second * Ownership Join us and make a lasting impact--one patient, one family at a time. Pay Range: Starting at $120k annually The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at [please apply online]