Director of Clinical Services (DCS) – Home Health

Signature Healthcare at Home | A Pennant Group Company
Location: Portland, OR

About Us

Signature Healthcare at Home is part of The Pennant Group, a leader in healthcare services focused on local leadership, operational excellence, and a culture rooted in CAPLICO values:

• Customer Second
• Accountability
• Passion for Learning
• Love One Another
• Intelligent Risk Taking
• Celebration
• Own It

We believe the best leaders are those who serve their teams well—empowering clinicians to deliver exceptional, patient-centered care in the home.

Position Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Clinical Services (DCS) to lead our home health clinical operations in the Portland market. This role is responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality, compliant, and compassionate care while developing and mentoring clinical leaders and staff.

The DCS is a key member of the leadership team and plays a critical role in driving clinical excellence, regulatory compliance, and team engagement.

Why Join Pennant & Signature?

At Pennant, we are committed to growing leaders from within. You’ll benefit from:

• Industry-leading leadership development programs designed to accelerate your growth
• Hands-on mentorship from experienced healthcare leaders
• Opportunities to advance within a national organization of independently led agencies
• A strong, values-driven culture grounded in CAPLICO
• A decentralized model where leaders have real autonomy and impact

Key Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of all clinical operations for the home health agency
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (CMS, OASIS, etc.)
• Lead and mentor clinical staff, including nurses, therapists, and clinical supervisors
• Drive quality outcomes, patient satisfaction, and process improvements
• Manage clinical performance metrics, audits, and surveys
• Collaborate with the Executive Director and leadership team on strategic initiatives
• Oversee care planning, case management, and coordination of services
• Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous learning

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Oregon (or ability to obtain)
• Minimum 2–3 years of leadership experience in home health or related healthcare setting
• Strong knowledge of Medicare regulations, OASIS, and home health operations
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and retain high-performing clinical teams
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Passion for patient-centered care and team development

What We Offer

• Competitive salary + performance incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Ongoing leadership training and career advancement opportunities
• A supportive, mission-driven culture that values your leadership

Our Culture

We hire and develop leaders who embody CAPLICO. At Signature Healthcare at Home, we:

• Put our teams first so they can serve patients best
• Invest in leadership growth at every level
• Encourage innovation and thoughtful risk-taking
• Celebrate wins—big and small
• Take ownership and drive results

Apply Today

If you’re a passionate clinical leader ready to make a meaningful impact while growing your career, we want to hear from you.