Patient Care Navigator (REMOTE)

Amedisys; Nashville (TN); Remote; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Amedisys, a leading home health company, seeks a compassionate Patient Care Navigator for remote work. This role involves collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure effective patient care coordination, particularly for those transitioning from inpatient settings. The position offers competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

100% coverage for in-network preventative medical and dental visits

$2,760 in annual employer contributions to HSA

Employer-paid disability coverage

Employer-paid life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Mental health support

Commuter benefits

Qualifications

• Two years in a social work role with experience in coordinating services.
• Knowledge of community resources and financial assistance.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with physicians for patient admissions.
• Acts as the main contact for discharged patients.
• Coordinates care plans and discharges.

Skills

Care Coordination

Patient Advocacy

Communication

Education

Bachelor of Social Work (BSW)

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Job description

Patient Care Navigator (REMOTE)

New York LMSW Required

Schedule: M-F 8a-4p CST

Are you a highly skilled and compassionate social worker looking for a rewarding career as a virtual care patient navigator? If so, we invite you to join the team at Visiting Clinicians, in partnership with Contessa, an Amedisys company. Amedisys is one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.

Attractive pay

• $55-$65K annually

Enjoy great perks and benefits

• 100% coverage for all in-network preventative medical and dental visits.
• Up to $2,760 in annual employer contributions to your HSA.
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage, at no cost to you.
• Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• Accidental and critical illness plans available.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Mental health support, including counseling sessions through the Employee Assistance program.
• Commuter benefits.
• And more.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with physicians on the identification and admission of patients that could be treated at home instead of an inpatient facility.
• Serves as the main point of contact and lead care coordinator for patients, especially those discharged from inpatient facilities.
• Assists with coordinating patient needs related to community resources and financial assistance by engaging patients and families/caregivers.
• Coordinates with providers to document and facilitate individualized care plans, especially transitions of care.
• Facilitates the patient discharge planning process.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Social Work (BSW).
• Two years in a current social work role with experience in coordinating services during and after acute inpatient events.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Social Work (MSW).
• Care Coordination and Transition Management certification.
• Knowledge of the geographical area of the assigned market.

Our compensation reflects labor costs across various U.S. markets and may vary based on location, knowledge, skills, and experience.

Visiting Clinicians is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.