Hospice Unit Associate: Patient Care & Coordination

Atlantic Health; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

403(b) Retirement Plan

PTO & Paid Sick Leave

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Atlantic Health is seeking a front-line healthcare support associate based in Morristown, NJ. You will handle patient communications, help coordinate admissions, transfers and discharge processes, and support staff with daily workflows.

The role requires a high level of professionalism, organization, and the ability to operate hospital information systems. Responsibilities include maintaining patient records, printing labels, assisting with education and portal enrollment, and ensuring a clean,

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 6 months of health care work experience preferred.
• Minimum 6 months of steady work history.

Responsibilities

• Answer phones promptly with professional etiquette and direct callers appropriately.
• Coordinate with Nursing, Bed Management, and other teams to ensure patient flow and admissions.
• Maintain patient records; assist with documentation and education as directed.
• Troubleshoot unit computer devices and report issues to support.
• Monitor environment for safety and cleanliness; report concerns.
• Participate in unit meetings and training; support staff with workflows.
• Safely transport specimens and assist with routine duties as assigned.

Skills

Phone etiquette

Interpersonal communication

Customer service

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Atlantic Health is seeking a front-line healthcare support associate based in Morristown, NJ. You will handle patient communications, help coordinate admissions, transfers and discharge processes, and support staff with daily workflows.

The role requires a high level of professionalism, organization, and the ability to operate hospital information systems. Responsibilities include maintaining patient records, printing labels, assisting with education and portal enrollment, and ensuring a clean,