Intake Coordinator

Seasons Hospice; Springfield (MO); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Birthday holiday

Short-term disability

Pet insurance

FSA

Job summary

Seasons Hospice in Springfield, MO is seeking an Intake Coordinator to lead our front door with precision and heart. This role coordinates patient referrals, admissions, and payer communications to ensure timely, compassionate care and smooth operations.

You will build relationships with hospitals and physicians, verify insurance, and collaborate with clinical teams to support seamless care transitions and an excellent patient experience.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of healthcare experience (hospice or home health preferred).
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with intake, admissions, or referral coordination.
• Ability to build relationships and represent our mission in the community.
• Knowledge of insurance processes, authorizations, and healthcare regulations.
• Confident communicator with a professional, compassionate presence.
• Detail-oriented with big-picture focus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate all patient referral and intake operations.
• Build and maintain relationships with hospitals, physicians, and community partners.
• Ensure quick, accurate admissions compliant with regulations.
• Manage insurance verification, authorizations, and payer communication.
• Collaborate with clinical teams for seamless care transitions.
• Track referral trends and support growth initiatives.
• Support quality improvement and patient experience.
• Serve as a trusted resource for patients, families, and referrals.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Problem-solving

Communication

Relationship building

Tools

Insurance systems

Job description

Intake Coordinator - Seasons Hospice - Hourly Rate: $17-19 plus benefits. At Seasons Hospice, we believe every patient's journey deserves compassion, dignity, and seamless care from the very first call. That's where you come in.

We're looking for an Intake Coordinator for our Springfield, MO agency, who thrives at the intersection of operations, relationships, and purpose-driven work, someone who can lead the front door of our agency with both precision and heart.

Why This Role Matters

As our Intake Coordinator, you are often the first impression of Seasons Hospice—for patients, families, and referral partners. You ensure that every patient's transition into hospice care is smooth, timely, and handled with compassion, while also driving the operational excellence behind the scenes.

What You'll Do

• Oversee and coordinate all patient referral and intake operations.
• Build & maintain strong relationships with hospitals, physicians, & community partners.
• Ensure patients are admitted quickly, accurately, and in compliance with regulations.
• Manage insurance verification, authorizations, and payer communication.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to ensure seamless care transitions.
• Track referral trends and contribute to strategic growth initiatives.
• Support quality improvement efforts and enhance patient experience.
• Serve as a trusted resource for patients, families, and referral sources.

What We're Looking For

• 3-5+ years of healthcare experience (hospice or home health strongly preferred).
• Strong leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with intake, admissions, or referral coordination.
• Ability to build relationships and represent our mission in the community.
• Knowledge of insurance processes, authorizations, and healthcare regulations.
• Confident communicator with a professional, compassionate presence.
• Someone who is both detail-oriented and big-picture focused.

Why Seasons Hospice?

• Meaningful work that impacts lives every single day.
• A collaborative, supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to help shape growth and community presence.
• A culture rooted in compassion, excellence, and integrity.

Benefits

• 401(k) plus matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Birthday holiday
• Short-term disability
• Pet insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

The Right Person for This Role...

You're the connector. The one who can coordinate moving pieces while making people feel seen and supported. You're just as comfortable navigating insurance details as you are building trust with a family in a difficult moment. You don't just process referrals—you help guide people into care when they need it most.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Crown & Seasons Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.