Patient Assessment Coordinator - PRN Days

Kindred Hospital North Florida; Green Cove Springs (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ScionHealth is seeking an admissions-focused professional to conduct patient assessments, educate patients and families, and coordinate admissions with referral sources. The role emphasizes strong customer service, attention to detail, and compliance with regulatory standards.

Ideal candidates will have healthcare experience, English fluency, and a degree in a healthcare field. This on-site role requires teamwork and the ability to work under pressure while maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare settings preferred.
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Two years clinical patient care experience preferred.
• Understanding of Medicare, Medicaid and LTACH benefits is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments per company standards.
• Educate patients and families on hospital benefits and care processes.
• Assist in admissions processes and coordinate information flow with referral sources.
• Maintain patient information confidentially and in compliance with regulations.

Skills

Patient assessments

Communication

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Attention to detail

English fluency

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree

Healthcare-related field preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.

Job Summary

Conducts patient assessments in accordance with company standards for appropriate patients for potential admission into the system. Maintains positive relationships with referral sources, sales teams, admission, managed care, clinical and operational teams. Coordinates transmission of clinical and benefits information of patients for possible admission into our ScionHealth Specialty Hospitals. Collects, organizes, evaluates, and communicates pertinent clinical information with effective verbal and written skills. Strong customer service skills and commitment to service excellence. Possesses strong attention to detail and commitment to following all processes set forth. Operates with a sense of urgency to produce quick results. Maintains all patient information in a manner that ensures confidentiality and meets all regulatory requirements.

Essential Functions

• Conduct patient assessment in accordance with company standards.
• Work closely with patients and their family members to educate them on the benefits of Kindred Hospital.
• Assist in conducting tours of the hospital with families and referral sources as needed
• Facilitates the timely admission of patients from the referral sources: Identifies medical record information needed from referring facility; Completes the Pre-Admission Clinical Evaluation (PACE) form to assist in evaluating appropriateness of admission; Facilitates and coordinates physician-to-physician communication as necessary; Identifies specific patient needs for equipment, supplies and consult services
• Meets with management staff, participates in marketing meetings and serves on various
• Internal committees as assigned.
• Maintains a state-of-the-art knowledge of areas of responsibility and develops and follows a program of continuing education.
• Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the Company’s Code of Business Conduct, its policies and procedures, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable professional standards.
• Maintains all information in a manner that ensures confidentiality and meets all regulatory requirements.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Ability to collect, organize, evaluate and communicate pertinent clinical information with effective verbal and written skills.
• Strong customer service skills and commitment to service excellence.
• Computer skills that include Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Clinical Background with ability to conduct Patient Assessments.
• Ability to work under stress and to respond quickly in crisis situations.
• Knowledge of healthcare marketing and plan development.
• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
• Approximate percent of time required to travel: Varies by Region
• Must read, write and speak fluent English
• Must have good and regular attendance
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree
• Degree in healthcare related field preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Healthcare professional licensure preferred.
• Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, Respiratory Therapist, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Social Worker license

Experience

• Two (2) years clinical patient care/treatment experience in healthcare field preferred
• Demonstrated understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, and other payers as related to LTACH benefits