Palliative Care Coordinator

Gentiva; Tupelo (MS); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) with Company Match

Career Advancement Opportunities

National & Local Recognition Programs

Teammate Assistance Fund

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle

Generous PTO + 7 Paid Holidays

Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, etc.)

Education Support & Tuition Assistance

Free CEUs

Company-paid Life & Long-Term DI

Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illn

Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illn

Job summary

Gentiva seeks a Palliative Care Coordinator to manage day-to-day operations of the palliative care department in Tupelo, MS. You will handle intake, referrals, insurance information, and medical records while supporting billing and provider scheduling.

Your role includes maintaining compliant records, communicating with patients and families, and liaising with referral sources. Proficiency in MS Outlook/Word/Excel and healthcare terminology is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.
• Minimum of three years' experience in healthcare delivery or related business operations.
• Proficient in computer applications and electronic medical records (EMR).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operational activities of the palliative care department.
• Process patient referrals and obtain admission/insurance information.
• Maintain clinical records complying with regulations and policies.
• Support billing with timely information and assist denials audits.
• Build relationships with referral sources and serve as a patient/family resource.
• Assist NP scheduling and manage communications with patients and families.

Skills

Medical terminology

Insurance reimbursement processes

Data entry

Communication skills

Travel occasionally

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Expand Access. Coordinate Care. Transform Lives in Palliative Care.

We're looking for a dedicated Palliative Care Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you will coordinate and manage day-to-day business operations related to the administration of the palliative care department. Your responsibilities will include intake processing, billing support, medical record maintenance, and marketing efforts to ensure seamless patient care and operational efficiency.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinate all daily operational activities of the palliative care department.

• Process patient referrals by obtaining admission and insurance information to ensure timely and appropriate patient admission.

• Document referral outcomes and follow up as needed; identify alternative resources when applicable.

• Contact patients and families within one hour of referral during business hours and follow up on referrals received outside business hours the next business day.

• Maintain communication with pending patients, families, and referral sources; track progress of prospective patients and those not taken under care.

• Coordinate and optimize Nurse Practitioner scheduling with attention to geography to maximize time management and reduce costs.

• Verify insurance benefits, identify payer sources, and obtain authorizations as required.

• Assist staff with credentialing document submission and maintain credentialing logs.

• Inform the palliative care team of patient acceptance and provide necessary insurance and admission details.

• Manage clinical records functions ensuring compliance with state, federal regulations, and company policies.

• Coordinate information for interdisciplinary team meetings and other essential meetings.

• Provide timely, accurate information to Billing Department to facilitate billing and collections; assist with denial management and audits.

• Build and maintain professional relationships with referral sources including Gentiva family of companies.

• Serve as a resource for patients, families, and the community regarding palliative care services.

• Maintain high customer service standards, monitor satisfaction, and identify opportunities for service improvements.

• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives.

• Implement marketing and promotional initiatives as directed.

About You

Specialized Knowledge/Skills:

• Strong medical terminology knowledge with a customer service focus.

• Understanding of insurance reimbursement processes.

• Effective data entry, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Ability to handle occasional travel as required.

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree preferred.

• Minimum of three years' experience in healthcare delivery or related business operations; experience with Part B billing preferred.

• Proficient in computer applications and electronic medical records.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse preferred but not required.

Training/Equipment:

• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

We Offer

Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):

• Competitive Pay

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Career Advancement Opportunities

• National & Local Recognition Programs

• Teammate Assistance Fund

Additional Full-Time Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program

• Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays

• Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)

• Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)

• Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

• Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

Legalese

• This is a safety-sensitive position

• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits

• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements

• We are proud to be an EEO employer

• We maintain a drug-free workplace