Home Health Admissions Coordinator

Compassus; United States; Remote; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Home Health Admissions Coordinator to enhance patient care through effective referral management. In this pivotal role, you will uphold the values of compassion, integrity, and teamwork while ensuring the seamless coordination of home health admissions. You will engage with healthcare professionals, maintain vital relationships, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and their families, all within a supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and personal growth.

Benefits

Flexible Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Leadership Pathways

Mentorship Opportunities

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of related experience preferred, especially in insurance and Medicare/Medicaid billing.
• Proficient in English and effective communication with healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Verifies all referral elements for admissions and coordinates with the Growth team.
• Maintains knowledge of program referral capacity and participates in quality improvement programs.
• Documents service issues and communicates referral updates to patients and staff.

Skills

Mathematical Skills

Effective Communication

Reading and Analyzing Regulatory Documents

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Company:

Compassus

Position Summary

The Home Health Admissions Coordinator models the Compassus values of Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Innovation, promoting the philosophy based on the 6 Pillars of Success. S/he upholds the Code of Ethical Conduct and fosters positive relationships within the company, with all departments, and external stakeholders. The coordinator manages referrals sent to the branches, oversees the process from intake to scheduling the admission visit, and notifies referral sources of non-admissions. Additionally, s/he coordinates completed home health referrals, including verifying orders, patient demographics, insurance info, F2F encounter notes, and physician verification for services.

Position Specific Responsibilities

• Verifies all referral elements are present for an admission.
• Coordinates referral management with the Growth team and Care Transition Coordinators (CTCs).
• Maintains knowledge of program referral capacity issues.
• Participates in quality improvement programs and daily stand-up meetings.
• Applies policies and regulations, including HIPAA, Face-to-Face, and other certifying agencies.
• Maintains confidentiality of information.
• Develops and maintains relationships with team disciplines.
• Utilizes best practices for pre-qualifying referrals.
• Documents and routes service issues per policy.
• Participates in training and interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Prepares reports, documents non-admit referrals, and obtains necessary orders and documentation.
• Provides information to patients/families and communicates referral updates to staff.
• Ensures referral source information accuracy and captures required intake data.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 2-3 years of related experience preferred; experience in insurance and Medicare/Medicaid billing is a plus.

Skills

• Mathematical Skills: Basic arithmetic, rates, ratios, percentages.
• Language Skills: Reading, analyzing, interpreting business and regulatory documents, and effective communication.
• Other Skills: Proficient in English, effective communication with healthcare professionals, and embracing hospice philosophy.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: Includes standing, walking, manual dexterity, lifting up to 25 pounds, and visual acuity. Accommodations can be made for disabilities. This overview may vary by role and department.

At Compassus, diversity, equity, and inclusion are core to our Pillars of Success. We are committed to a fair, welcoming, and respectful work environment. We are an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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We care for our team members as much as our patients. Our culture of compassion, respect, and appreciation supports your growth and success, offering leadership opportunities, training, and career development.

The Compassus Advantage

• Meaningful Work: Impact lives daily with compassionate care.
• Career Development: Leadership pathways, mentorship, and training.
• Innovation Meets Compassion: Use the latest tools and technologies.
• Enhanced Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs.
• Recognition and Support: Celebrate contributions and dedication.
• A Culture of Belonging: Embrace diversity and support your authentic self.

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