Vista Community Clinic is looking for a candidate that is a solutions oriented problem solver in Glendale, CA (Los Angeles County) who is passionate about healthcare and preferably has experience running a PACE program. Ideally the candidate would have experience with senior services and an understanding of Medi‐Cal as a primary payer source.

With an unprecedented opportunity to change the course of human health, we look to add diverse individuals, skill sets and perspectives to our exceptional team. We continue to invest time, money and energy into making our work environment a place where solid and lasting relationships are built and where our culture and employees can thrive.

We’re building on our rich history, and we believe our greatest achievements are ahead of us. If you’re passionate about the opportunity to have meaningful impact on all‐inclusive care for the elderly, we invite you to apply and join Vista Community Clinic.

At Vista Community Clinic, we believe healthcare is more than medicine, it’s about hope, community, and impact. For over 50 years, we’ve been a leader in the community clinic movement, growing from a small volunteer-driven effort in Vista to a nationally recognized network of state-of-the-art clinics across San Diego, Orange, Los Angeles, and Riverside counties. Today VCC has 14 clinics serving over 70,000 patients annually, we continue our mission of delivering exceptional, patient-centered care where it’s needed most.

As a private, non-profit, multi-specialty outpatient clinic, VCC provides more than healthcare, we provide opportunity. Here your skills are celebrated, your growth is supported and your work makes a difference. We know that our success is a direct result of the exceptional talents and dedication of our employees.

✨ Benefits include:
✅ Competitive compensation & benefits 
✅ Medical, dental, vision
✅ Company-paid life insurance 
✅ Flexible spending accounts 
✅ 403(b) retirement plan 

Why VCC?

• 🏅 Winner of the 2025 HRSA Gold Medal for Outstanding Care, placing VCC among the top 10% of Federally Qualified Health Centers in the U.S.

• Recognized by HRSA as a National Quality Leader in Behavioral Health and Diabetes and for excellence in Preventive Health and Health IT.

• A robust training & development culture to help you grow and advance your career.

• A workplace built on respect, collaboration and passion for care.

The PACE Executive Director is responsible for the strategic, operational, clinical, and administrative leadership and operational oversight of Vista Community Clinic’s PACE Program. This includes planning, developing, implementing, and maintaining compliant and efficient services that reflect high-quality, participant-centered care for frail older adults. The Executive Director ensures regulatory compliance, financial sustainability, and operational excellence while fostering a collaborative and mission-driven organizational culture.

• Responsible for overseeing the delivery of all aspects of the PACE organization including primary care medical clinic, provider and contractor network, 24-hour care delivery, therapy services, day center, home care, transportation, quality improvement, marketing/ enrollment, and managed care operations
• Guide the strategic vision and growth of the PACE program aligned with community needs and organizational priorities
• Monitor national and local healthcare trends impacting senior care delivery
• Develop and execute business and expansion plans, including identifying new sites and partnerships
• Represent PACE in collaborative planning efforts across VCC and with external stakeholders
• Oversee all aspects of day-to-day operations to ensure effective service delivery and a high level of participant satisfaction
• Direct marketing and outreach strategies to meet enrollment goals within regulatory constraints
• Maintain timely and accurate reporting for financial, clinical, and operational performance
• Serve as PACE Executive Director as defined in 42 CFR 460.60(b)
• Ensure program compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and pass all audits and surveys
• Lead the development and implementation of PACE policies and procedures
• Coordinate quality improvement activities and ensure continuous monitoring of program performance
• Ensure staff receive the required PACE Compliance trainings at onboarding and annually
• Develop and monitor the PACE program budget in collaboration with finance leadership
• Operate a fiscally sound organization in compliance with CMS regulations and meeting financial objectives
• Submit timely rate proposals and financial reports to CMS and DHCS
• Ensure fiscal solvency by managing costs, negotiating provider contracts, and overseeing revenue cycle operations
• Secure and manage funding or loans when necessary
• Recruit, hire, train, and retain high-performing interdisciplinary staff
• Ensure management staff implement fair and effective personnel practices including performance evaluations, team building, and professional development
• Promote a respectful and inclusive work environment that values cultural competence and team well-being
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community organizations, healthcare providers, and regulatory agencies
• Manage business relationships with all networked providers and contractor including oversight of PACE organization contracts including negotiation of rates in correspondence with CFR 460.70
• Represent PACE at public events, community meetings, and within relevant professional associations
• Schedule and conduct regular staff meetings
• Update employees on clinic programs by providing information, direction and monitoring of procedural changes
• Support the vision, mission and goals, and demonstrate a commitment to the values, of the organization
• Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature review, in-service meetings and workshops

Minimum

• Master’s Degree in Health Administration, Public Health, or related field or 8 years of experience in a similar role in healthcare
• Valid California driver’s license, current vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation to travel between clinics for meetings and/or to gather information for reporting purposes; minimum two years’ driving experience; no more than 2 violations or a single ticket/accident value at more than 1 point on driving record

 Required Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Knowledge of and ability to comply with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations for PACE organizations
• Extensive experience in healthcare leadership, preferably within managed care, senior care, or PACE settings
• Working knowledge of health care delivery and financing systems, including Medicaid, Medicare, waiver programs, prospective payment systems, and the HMO/ managed care programs
• Thorough knowledge of current concepts and practices of health and social services for the elderly, particularly in home and community-based services, interdisciplinary team model
• Experience launching or scaling health programs is highly desirable
• Experience/familiarity with Practice Management and Electronic Medical Records systems
• Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional teams and complex healthcare operations
• Proven track record of successful regulatory compliance, fiscal management, and staff leadership
• Strong verbal and written skills necessary for communication with patients/clients, clinicians and other staff
• Ability to interface with all levels of personnel in a professional manner, including people of all social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and within the constraints of government funded programs
• Ability to handle confidential materials and information in a professional manner

Pay Rate

• $180,000 - $200,000 DOE