Bridge Palliative Care Coordinator

Ascend Health Utah; Logan (UT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Meaningful work

Collaborative team

Job summary

Ascend Home Health & Hospice is seeking a Bridge Palliative Care Coordinator to support and coordinate our palliative care program. This role acts as a key link between patients, families, providers, referral sources, and the care team to ensure high-quality life-focused care and symptom management.

The ideal candidate will be organized, compassionate, and able to work independently within a collaborative team, guiding patients through care options and resources for serious illness.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare coordination, medical office operations, hospice, home health, or palliative care preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Comfortable working with patients and families facing serious illness.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support daily operations of the Bridge Palliative Care program
• Communicate with referral sources, providers, patients, and families regarding services and eligibility
• Assist with scheduling patient visits and provider coordination
• Track referrals, admissions, and patient follow-up needs
• Maintain accurate documentation and communication within the EMR system
• Support patient and family education regarding palliative care services
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative leadership to improve workflow and patient experience
• Build and maintain positive relationships with community partners and referral sources
• Participate in program development and growth initiatives
• Assist with care coordination and transitions between care settings when appropriate

Skills

Healthcare coordination

EMR experience

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Job description

Bridge Palliative Care Coordinator

Location: Northern Utah/Southeast Idaho
Company: Ascend Home Health & Hospice
Position Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $20–$25/hour DOE

Position Summary

Ascend Home Health & Hospice is seeking a compassionate, organized, and relationship-focused Bridge Palliative Care Coordinator to support the growth and coordination of our palliative care program. This role serves as a key connection between patients, families, providers, referral sources, and the interdisciplinary care team to ensure patients receive exceptional supportive care focused on quality of life and symptom management.

The ideal candidate is highly motivated, professional, detail-oriented, and passionate about serving patients with serious illness while helping guide them through available care options and resources.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support daily operations of the Bridge Palliative Care program
• Communicate with referral sources, providers, patients, and families regarding services and eligibility
• Assist with scheduling patient visits and provider coordination
• Track referrals, admissions, and patient follow-up needs
• Maintain accurate documentation and communication within the EMR system
• Support patient and family education regarding palliative care services
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative leadership to improve workflow and patient experience
• Build and maintain positive relationships with community partners and referral sources
• Participate in program development and growth initiatives
• Assist with care coordination and transitions between care settings when appropriate

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare coordination, medical office operations, hospice, home health, or palliative care preferred
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
• Comfortable working with patients and families facing serious illness
• EMR experience preferred
• Knowledge of healthcare terminology and insurance processes is beneficial

What We Offer

• Competitive wage based on experience
• Meaningful work that impacts patients and families
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to help grow an innovative palliative care program
• Professional growth and leadership opportunities

At Ascend Home Health & Hospice, our mission is to Serve, Lift, and Unite through compassionate care and meaningful relationships. We are looking for team members who share our commitment to excellence and patient-centered care.