Traveling Hospice Referral Growth Specialist

Optum; Homewood (KS); On-site; USD 62,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase and 401k

Job summary

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Hospice Liaison to generate referrals and grow census by building relationships with physicians, hospitals, SNFs, and community providers. Travel 50%+ within the assigned territory and educate partners on hospice services.

You will educate healthcare professionals and families, coordinate admissions, and meet admissions and payor-mix goals in a patient-first environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in a healthcare-related business development/outreach role.
• Reliable transportation, current driver's license, and liability insurance.
• Bachelor's degree or higher preferred.

Responsibilities

• Educates health care professionals, patients, and families about home care services.
• Develops and maintains relationships with key referral sources to generate leads.
• Coordinates patient admissions with the team and completes referral-to-admission documentation.
• Conducts on-site visits to assess patient needs and identify barriers to care.
• Keeps accurate records of patient interactions and referrals in CRM.
• Achieves admissions, product, and payor-mix goals.
• Attends community events to promote Amedisys.
• Travel up to 50% or more within the territory.

Skills

Healthcare biz dev

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Amedisys, part of the Optum family, is seeking a Hospice Liaison to generate referrals and grow census by building relationships with physicians, hospitals, SNFs, and community providers. Travel 50%+ within the assigned territory and educate partners on hospice services.

You will educate healthcare professionals and families, coordinate admissions, and meet admissions and payor-mix goals in a patient-first environment.