Chief Clinical Officer

Chief Clinical Officer 

Location: El Dorado, CA • Full-Time • Executive Leadership

Advance Clinical Excellence. Uphold Dignity. Support Every Journey.

Lead With Purpose

This role is more than a clinical leadership opportunity—it’s your chance to shape the future of compassionate, community-based care. If you are a strategic, mission-driven healthcare leader with a passion for clinical quality, team development, and dignified end-of-life care, we invite you to apply.

Who We Are

Snowline is a nonprofit organization with over 40 years of experience serving El Dorado County and the Greater Sacramento Region. We provide personalized, high-quality care to patients and families, rooted in compassion and community partnership. We are proud of our reputation for excellence, reflected in our patient satisfaction, quality scores, and deeply engaged clinical teams. At Snowline, our core values—teamwork, contribution, service, and excellence—guide everything we do.

Summary of Position

The Chief Clinical Officer (CCO) provides executive leadership and strategic oversight of Snowline’s Hospice, Palliative, and Primary Care clinical operations and Education Department. This role supervises senior clinical and education leaders, maintains quality standards, ensures regulatory compliance, and supports cost-effective, compassionate care delivery. Working closely with the CEO, Board of Directors, and executive team, the CCO helps shape strategic direction, support sustainable growth, and drive organizational excellence.

Why Choose Snowline?

• Mission With Meaning  Make a lasting impact on patients, families, and communities.  
• Executive Impact  Partner with senior leaders to shape strategy and drive performance.  
• Culture of Compassion  Lead in an environment that values emotional intelligence, collaboration, and trust.  

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance  
• 401(k) with generous employer match  
• Paid vacation and sick leave 
• Tuition reimbursement and leadership development  
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)  
• Annual market reviews of compensation  

Key Responsibilities: 

1. Quality & Compliance

• Serve as Compliance Officer for clinical areas and support an effective Compliance Program.  
• Collaborate with the CEO and Quality Committee to meet regulatory/accreditation standards.  
• Lead the development of clinical policies, patient safety systems, and quality measures.  
• Monitor CAHPS, HQRP, and PEPPER reports to drive continuous improvement.  
• Respond to patient/family feedback and resolve concerns with clinical leadership.  

2. Service Delivery

• Lead clinical teams in delivering excellent, patient-centered care.  
• Optimize staffing ratios and resource allocation to support operational goals.  
• Collaborate with clinical directors to enhance documentation, tracking, and reporting.  
• Ensure resolution and prevention of service complaints or breakdowns.  

3. Financial Management

• Partner with CEO/CFO to manage clinical budgets and improve financial performance.  
• Oversee cost-effective staffing, clinical productivity, and vendor relationships.  
• Evaluate new service lines for sustainability and impact.  
• Review/authorize clinical service invoices and billing adjustments.  

4. Strategic Growth

• Support Snowline’s strategic planning and innovation initiatives.  
• Build and sustain relationships with referral sources, payers, and healthcare partners.  
• Lead or contribute to growth initiatives such as service expansion or partnerships.  
• Represent Snowline at community events and professional forums.  

5. Personnel & Leadership Development

• Provide executive leadership to all clinical and education leaders.  
• Support recruitment, onboarding, coaching, and performance management.  
• Champion staff development, education programs, and leadership pipelines.  
• Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and compassionate care.  
• Manage corrective actions and employee relations issues as needed.  

6. Additional Duties

• Chair and/or participate in Quality and QAPI Committees.  
• Attend Board of Directors meetings as requested.  
• Stay informed on hospice and healthcare trends through continuing education.  
• Partner with the Medical Director and NPs to improve care coordination and outcomes.  
• Perform other duties as assigned by the CEO.  

Ready to Lead With Purpose?

If you’re a compassionate, visionary clinical leader ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you. 

Apply now and help shape the future of community-based care with Snowline Health. 

• Current California RN license required.  
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business, or related field preferred—or equivalent combination of education and experience.  
• Minimum of 5 years of nursing experience (preferably in hospice, home health, or acute care), with at least 3 years in a healthcare leadership or management role.  
• Strong knowledge of hospice regulations, Medicare CoPs, and Joint Commission standards.  
• Demonstrated experience in team leadership, quality improvement, and fiscal oversight.  
• High emotional intelligence, clinical integrity, and commitment to compassionate care.  
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.  
• Advanced proficiency in clinical software, EMRs, Microsoft Office, and data systems.  
• Valid California driver’s license and acceptable driving record.