Reference #: 2023315408 Summary

We are hiring for a Care Coordinator. At Heartlite Hospice, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve-it truly is all about helping people. We strive to offer benefits that reward the whole you! employee wellness programs flexibility for true work-life balance holidays & paid time off continuing education & career growth opportunities company-wide support & resources to help you achieve your goals Take your career to a new level of caring. Apply today!

Responsibilities

The Care Coordinator is responsible for managing patient referrals and visit schedules and supporting the hospice clinical team. Assigns patient assessments and other visits, as ordered by the physician, using the online scheduling system. Collaborates with the Patient Care Manager to identify clinicians with the appropriate experience and skill set to match patient needs. Utilizes an automated scheduling system to maintain a calendar of services for patients. Processes workflow for requested scheduled, missed, rescheduled, reassigned, declined, and/or delivered visits. Helps to manage order tracking, IDG preparation, and other tasks associated with the management of patient care. Demonstrates appropriate communication and follow up when answering phone questions from patients, families, referral sources, staff, and other community resources. Assists with coordination, scheduling, and tracking of all visits to ensure compliance with all hospice policy and state and federal regulatory requirements.

Education and Experience

Education Requirements High school education or equivalent experience requirements Experience Requirements Minimum one year of scheduling experience in health care setting using an online scheduling system. Skill Requirements Exceptional organizational, customer service, communication, and decision-making skills required. Working knowledge of state and federal regulations governing the hospice Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) requirements, Aide and/or LPN/LVN supervisory visit requirements, and assessment visit requirements. Follows the approved plan of care frequency.

Company Overview LHC Group is committed to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally other protected characteristic.

Memorial White Rose Hospice a part of LHC Group family of providers - the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From our home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective and efficient healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single shared purpose: It's all about helping people.

Equal Opportunity Employer - vets, disability.