Hospice Admissions Navigator | Flexible Time Off & Impact

Compassus; Scarborough (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Compassus is seeking an Admissions Coordinator to manage patient referrals, coordinate admissions, and enter admission data after all hospice requirements are met.

The role requires strong communication with physicians, nurses, and healthcare staff, as well as experience with insurance pre-certification and Medicare/Medicaid billing. A high school diploma is required; a bachelor’s degree is preferred and related experience is strongly valued.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Two (2) to three (3) years of related experience and/or training strongly preferred.
• Experience communicating with physicians, nurses and other healthcare personnel highly preferred.
• Experience in insurance and Medicare/Medicaid billing and reimbursement preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process patient referrals and coordinate admission of patients.
• Enter patient admission data after all hospice requirements are met.
• Support designated program area and/or region.
• Attend staff meetings, educational programs and community events as requested.
• Communicate needs and potential solutions to supervisor.
• Contact physicians to secure admission orders and ensure nurse presence if needed.
• Coordinate pre-certifications with insurance companies and arrange informed consent appointments.
• Explain hospice services and benefits to patients and families when needed.
• Notify IDT and other providers of appointment times.
• Complete admission process per agency policy and turn over charts to Team Coordinator.
• Market referral sources and promote hospice services to clinicians and facilities.

Skills

Mathematical Skills

Language Skills

Other Skills and Abilities

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Two to three years of related experience strongly preferred

Job description

Compassus is seeking an Admissions Coordinator to manage patient referrals, coordinate admissions, and enter admission data after all hospice requirements are met.

The role requires strong communication with physicians, nurses, and healthcare staff, as well as experience with insurance pre-certification and Medicare/Medicaid billing. A high school diploma is required; a bachelor’s degree is preferred and related experience is strongly valued.