AVP of Business Development - Hospice
Gentiva Health Services, Inc., Atlanta, GA, United States
Overview Lead with Purpose. Grow with Strategy.
We’re looking for an experienced Area Vice President of Business Development to lead and inspire high-performing sales teams, drive new market growth, and strengthen referral networks across multiple territories.
What You’ll Do Direct and coordinate sales operations across assigned territories, including pipeline development, referral relationships, and performance outcomes.
Build, coach, and mentor regional sales teams to achieve and exceed growth goals for admissions, census, and revenue.
Lead the design and execution of market-specific sales strategies, leveraging data and industry trends to identify new growth opportunities.
Foster and maintain referral relationships with physicians, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), assisted living communities (ALFs), and other healthcare organizations.
Support recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing training of business development staff, ensuring they are equipped with effective sales techniques.
Collaborate with clinical and operational leaders to align sales strategies with patient care goals and operational capacity.
Monitor and report on team KPIs, sales funnel health, market share, and territory performance metrics.
Represent the organization at community, industry, and networking events to elevate brand visibility and credibility.
Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards in all sales and marketing activities.
Compensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one piece.
Salary Range 130,000-150,000
About You Education & Certification Bachelor’s degree required (Business, Marketing, or Healthcare preferred).
Valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance required.
Experience 5+ years of direct sales experience in the healthcare industry, including home health or hospice.
2–4 years of sales management experience in a multi-site or multi-territory environment.
Proven track record of meeting or exceeding admissions and census targets in a healthcare sales role.
Experience working in a metrics-driven sales environment with CRM, EMR, and data tracking tools.
HomeCare HomeBase experience preferred.
Skills & Attributes Strategic thinker with hands‑on execution ability
Effective team leader with strong coaching and development skills
Excellent verbal and written communication
Financial acumen with experience in budgeting and P&L review
Tech‑savvy: Intermediate Excel, basic PowerPoint, CRM platforms
Highly organized with exceptional time and territory management
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)
Apply now to lead business growth with heart, strategy, and measurable results.
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
ReqID: 2026-137178 Category: Multi Site Ops and Clinical Leadership Position Type: Full-Time Company: Gentiva
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We’re looking for an experienced Area Vice President of Business Development to lead and inspire high-performing sales teams, drive new market growth, and strengthen referral networks across multiple territories.
What You’ll Do Direct and coordinate sales operations across assigned territories, including pipeline development, referral relationships, and performance outcomes.
Build, coach, and mentor regional sales teams to achieve and exceed growth goals for admissions, census, and revenue.
Lead the design and execution of market-specific sales strategies, leveraging data and industry trends to identify new growth opportunities.
Foster and maintain referral relationships with physicians, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), assisted living communities (ALFs), and other healthcare organizations.
Support recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing training of business development staff, ensuring they are equipped with effective sales techniques.
Collaborate with clinical and operational leaders to align sales strategies with patient care goals and operational capacity.
Monitor and report on team KPIs, sales funnel health, market share, and territory performance metrics.
Represent the organization at community, industry, and networking events to elevate brand visibility and credibility.
Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards in all sales and marketing activities.
Compensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one piece.
Salary Range 130,000-150,000
About You Education & Certification Bachelor’s degree required (Business, Marketing, or Healthcare preferred).
Valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance required.
Experience 5+ years of direct sales experience in the healthcare industry, including home health or hospice.
2–4 years of sales management experience in a multi-site or multi-territory environment.
Proven track record of meeting or exceeding admissions and census targets in a healthcare sales role.
Experience working in a metrics-driven sales environment with CRM, EMR, and data tracking tools.
HomeCare HomeBase experience preferred.
Skills & Attributes Strategic thinker with hands‑on execution ability
Effective team leader with strong coaching and development skills
Excellent verbal and written communication
Financial acumen with experience in budgeting and P&L review
Tech‑savvy: Intermediate Excel, basic PowerPoint, CRM platforms
Highly organized with exceptional time and territory management
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)
Apply now to lead business growth with heart, strategy, and measurable results.
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
ReqID: 2026-137178 Category: Multi Site Ops and Clinical Leadership Position Type: Full-Time Company: Gentiva
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