Homecare Coordinator-PACE Program-Fort Myers

chaptershealth; Fort Myers (FL); In loco; USD 38.000 - 52.000; Tempo pieno

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Benefits day 1

Mileage reimbursement

Descrizione del lavoro

Chapters Health is seeking a dedicated professional to lead the development and implementation of homecare services for program participants. You will assess needs, develop personalized care plans, and coordinate across disciplines to ensure high-quality services for frail elderly patients.

The role requires collaboration with management, scheduling of outside agencies, and accurate data entry for care plans and reports. A valid Florida driver's license and active BLS are required.

Competenze

• Experience in caring for frail or elderly populations preferred.
• Must have valid Florida driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Active BLS for healthcare professionals from AHA or Red Cross is required.
• Ability to read and interpret documents and write routine reports.

Mansioni

• Develop and implement homecare services for program participants.
• Assess homecare needs and develop specific care plans.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure quality services.
• Coordinate durable medical equipment, supplies and environmental adaptations.
• Schedule outside agency staffing and education per PACE requirements.
• Enter patient care data, timesheets and care plans into the system.

Conoscenze

Customer service

Communication skills

Documentation

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Strumenti

Computer literacy

Descrizione del lavoro

It's inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you'll realize it's more than a job. It's a mission. We're committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success!
Benefits day 1
Mileage reimbursement
Schedule-Monday-Friday-days
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct
None
Indirect
Scheduling of all assignments
Decision Making Latitude
Individual Decision Making Parameters
Within scope of daily performance of position.
In Collaboration with Management
Any decision beyond daily function of position
Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with professionalism and mutual respect for all. The requirements in this job description are representative of knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Certification of completion of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Training through the Florida Department of Elder Affairs.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required. Must have one or more year's experience with a frail or elderly population. Experience working with outside agencies and customer service experience is preferred.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Must possess a valid Florida driver's license, current auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
Mathematical Skills
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 percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to communicate, concentrate and document effectively and accurately.
Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Equipment and Machines Used
Computer Printer Photo Copy Machine
Telephone Fax Machine
Adding Machine/Calculator
*All other routine office and/or company equipment.
Position Requirements (not all inclusive)
Responsible for the development and implementation of homecare services for program participants.
Assess the homecare needs of a frail elderly population, and identify and develop specific plans of care.
Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure that quality services are provided to meet participant needs.
Maintain an awareness of patient/family/caregiver needs and problems.
Coordinate and authorize all durable medical equipment, consumable supplies, environmental adaptations and other home services.
Coordinate scheduling of outside agency staffing and agency education, specific to PACE requirements.
Perform computer entry to include patient care and demographic data, timesheets, careplans and reports. Computer input is independently updated as needed and accurately entered in a timely manner. Reports, lists and other data are generated accurately and timely. Distribute all changes of information. Proactively and independently prepare reports. Anticipate needs based on activities of team.
Communicate and collaborate with members of the IDT in care and services to patients/families.
Demonstrate collaborative communication. Actively participate in Interdisciplinary team meetings.
Review invoices for PACE Home Services, monitor requisitions as appropriate.
Conduct annual Home Care Service Agency audit.
Process service requests for homecare needs as required. Facilitate coordination, delivery and pickup of DME/supplies. Seek assistance/clarification when needed. Vendor receives specific information and reports minimum dissatisfaction. Data entry is complete for items needed and ordered, date and initial order number, time needed and other special information. Patient/family/caregiver satisfaction.
Provide external/internal customer service. Communicate and collaborate with members of the IDT in care and services to patients/families in a friendly and positive manner. Provide assistance to staff members in locating documentation and/or information. Answer questions from the health care community appropriately.
Conduct unscheduled home visits as requested by IDT to ensure compliance with POC.
Key Competencies (All Employees):
Organizational Commitment - Supports the organization, its Miss