Patient Care Manager Assistant

Optum; Bourne (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Patient Care Manager Assistant in Massachusetts to support the Patient Care Manager in coordinating a team that delivers high-quality care in the assigned area. You will work with the healthcare team to follow physician orders and state guidelines.

The role requires an active LPN license and a valid driver’s license; CPR certification is preferred. Benefits and a competitive hourly wage are offered, with pay ranging based on hours and experience.

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted LPN licensure in state of practice.
• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire.
• Valid driver's license and access to dependable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Patient Care Manager in coordinating a team to ensure high-quality care.
• Prepares patient lists and documents for weekly case conferences.
• Provides direct patient care as needed, within scope of practice and physician orders.
• Reviews clinician documentation to ensure complete and accurate submissions.

Skills

Driver's license

Vehicle insurance

Access to reliable transportation

CPR certification

Education

LPN licensure

Job description

Improve the lives of others while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Job Description - Patient Care Manager Assistant (2388755)

Patient Care Manager Assistant - 2388755

Explore opportunities with Caretenders, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As the Patient Care Manager Assistant, you are responsible for assisting the Patient Care Manager in coordinating a team of staff to assure the continuity of high-quality care to patients assigned to the team's area.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Ensures that the team is committed to providing quality care in an efficient manner in accordance with physician's orders and State/Medicare guidelines


• Prepares patient list and necessary documents for weekly case conferences


• Provides direct patient care, as necessary, in accordance to scope of practice, plan or care and physician orders, and in coordination with other members of the health care team. May not alter the plan of care


• Assist Patient Care Manager in clinician documentation review/audits to ensure complete, appropriate, and accurate submission of all documentation by field staff

Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Current unrestricted LPN licensure in state of practice


• Current driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as:

• a comprehensive benefits package


• incentive and recognition programs


• equity stock purchase


• 401k contribution

(all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $33.00 to $49.50 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

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UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.