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Compassus · 1 day ago

Hospice Admissions Coordinator

Leesport, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Compassus is a healthcare organization that provides hospice care services. The Hospice Admissions Coordinator is responsible for processing patient referrals, coordinating admissions, and ensuring compliance with hospice requirements while promoting positive relationships within the company and with external stakeholders.

Elder CareHealth CareTherapeutics

Responsibilities

Attends and participates in staff meetings, educational programs and community events, as requested

Communicates identified needs and potential solutions to supervisor

Receives and processes referrals from physicians, patients, families, friends, and community

Contacts physicians to secure an order for admission. If the Admissions Coordinator is not a Registered Nurse, s/he will have to ensure a nurse is present to take a verbal order or will have to ask for a “script” to be faxed

Contacts insurance companies for pre-certification authorization

Schedules appointments with patients and families for informed consents and the RN assessment visit

Explains hospice services and benefits to patients, family members, and significant others, if needed

Informs appropriate team members of time of appointments

Completes admission process according to agency/corporate policy

Ensures proper notification of admission to assigned interdisciplinary team (IDT) and ancillary providers

Enters admission data into a third-party system

Ensures patient chart, ensuring all documentation is signed and dated and turns chart over to Team Coordinator

Markets referral sources

Contacts long term care staff, hospital staff, and physicians to promote hospice services

Provides back-up support for Hospice Care Consultant

Documents marketing contacts, as directed

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Hospice care knowledgePatient referral processInsurance billing experienceCommunication with healthcare personnelMathematical skillsWrittenEnglish proficiencyVerbal communication

Required

High school diploma or GED required

Knowledge in hospice care and referral process essential

Two (2) to three (3) years of related experience and/or training strongly preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations

Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from leaders, team members, investors, and external parties

Strong written and verbal communications

Ability to understand, read, write, and speak English

Articulates and embraces hospice philosophy

Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity are fundamental, along with the ability to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds

Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Preferred

Bachelor's degree preferred

Experience communicating with physicians, nurses and other healthcare personnel highly preferred

Experience in insurance and Medicare/Medicaid billing and reimbursement preferred

Benefits

Meaningful Work: Make an impact every day by honoring the quality of life of our patients, supporting them and their families with compassion, and creating moments that truly matter.

Career Development: Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized professional development.

Innovation Meets Compassion: Collaborate with a supportive team using the latest tools and technologies to deliver exceptional care.

Enhanced Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs designed for your well-being.

Recognition and Support: Be celebrated for your contributions through recognition programs that honor your dedication.

A Culture of Belonging: Thrive in a culture where you can be your authentic self, valued for your unique contributions and supported in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion.