Executive Director (Hospice) – Bangor, ME Area
Location: Bangor, ME (within 30 miles preferably)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, flexibility as needed
Compensation: Competitive Salary + Bonus
Lead with Purpose. Operate with Impact.
Are you a strong operational leader who can manage people, budgets, and performance—while having the tough conversations that drive results?
Bristol Hospice is seeking an Executive Director to lead our Bangor-area program. This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who thrives in accountability, understands the business side of healthcare, and can build, coach, and lead a team to deliver exceptional patient care.
Hospice experience is a plus—but not required. We’re open to strong healthcare leaders, including those in nursing or clinical leadership, who bring operational discipline, financial acumen, and people leadership.
What You’ll Do
- Own day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and care quality
- Manage budgets, financial performance, and operational planning
- Lead, coach, and hold teams accountable for results
- Address performance issues head-on and lead difficult conversations with confidence
- Ensure proper staffing, staff development, and strong team culture
- Oversee regulatory compliance and accreditation readiness
- Partner with clinical leaders to ensure excellent interdisciplinary patient care
- Monitor performance metrics and implement improvements
- Strengthen community presence and relationships
What We’re Looking For
- Required: Proven leadership experience in healthcare (hospice, home health, hospital, or SNF)
- Strong operational and financial management skills
- Experience managing teams and driving accountability
- Ability to navigate difficult conversations and performance management
- Comfortable balancing clinical priorities with business objectives
Preferred:
- Hospice leadership experience
- Background in nursing or clinical leadership
- Bachelor’s degree in Healthcare, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3–5+ years of healthcare management experience
We Got the Perks:
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO and Paid Holidays
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and more
- HSA & 401(k) available
- Mileage Reimbursement for applicable positions
- Advanced training programs
- Passionate company culture committed to the highest standard of care in the hospice industry
Join a Team that embraces the reverence of life!
EEOC Statement
Bristol Hospice is an equal-opportunity employer. Our success depends upon our ability to create and maintain a diverse and supportive work environment where individuality is promoted. Bristol puts high priority on the worth of every person. We do not base our hiring decisions on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
