Director Home Health

Are you ready to lead with purpose in a dynamic and growing healthcare field? BAYADA Home Health Care is seeking an experienced and compassionate

Director to manage operations at our Gaithersburg, MD Medicare-certified Home Health office.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in healthcare administration, regulatory compliance (Medicare Conditions of Participation), clinical coordination, and business operations. This individual will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day management of the agency, ensuring high-quality patient care, regulatory compliance, and efficient operational performance.

What You'll Do as Director:

• Provide leadership and strategic direction to ensure compliance with Medicare regulations and state/federal laws governing home health services.
• Manage all aspects of the agency’s clinical and administrative operations, including staff supervision, patient care coordination, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Ensure the agency maintains compliance with Medicare Conditions of Participation, accreditation standards (e.g., CHAP, ACHC, or Joint Commission), and payer requirements.
• Assist with clinical quality and performance improvement initiatives (QAPI), infection control, patient satisfaction, and outcomes tracking.
• Maintain continual survey readiness and lead the agency through state, CMS, and accrediting body inspections (e.g., Joint Commission, CHAP, ACHC).
• Ensure appropriate supervision and support of clinical staff including RNs, PTs, OTs, SLPs, MSWs, HHAs, and administrative personnel.
• Monitor key operational metrics including admission rates, re-hospitalizations, visit productivity, and clinician utilization.
• Collaborate with referral sources, physicians, hospitals, and community partners to support business development partners and census growth.
• Review and manage key financial indicators including PDGM performance, LUPAs, visit utilization, and reimbursements.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations for staff to maintain a culture of excellence and accountability.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting to CMS, state agencies, and accrediting bodies.
• Assist with internal audits and surveys and oversee corrective action plans following any deficiencies or citations.
• Contribute to long-term strategic planning to improve patient outcomes, operational efficiency, and financial performance.
• Stay informed of trends in home health, value-based purchasing, and evolving Medicare regulations to guide organizational readiness.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in a healthcare-related field or current clinical licensure (e.g., RN, PT, OT) required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Active RN, PT, OT license in good standing (if applicable).
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage clinical operations effectively.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of progressive leadership experience in a Medicare-certified home health agency preferred but not required
• Comprehensive knowledge of Medicare regulations, OASIS documentation, HIPAA, and CMS guidelines.
• Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems, ideally Homecare Homebase.