Care Coordinator - Onsite - Lexington MA - Hybrid RNPTOTST at UnitedHealth Group
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Care Coordinator - Onsite - Lexington MA - Hybrid RNPTOTST
Lexington Massachusetts
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Care Coordinator - Onsite - Lexington MA - Hybrid RNPTOTST
Requisition number 2351127
Job category Medical & Clinical Operations
Primary location Lexington MA
Additional locations Wilmington Massachusetts | Cambridge Massachusetts
Date posted 03182026
Overtime status Non-exempt
Travel No
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As a member of Care Transitions we combine the talents of our dedicated staff and leading-edge technology to deliver compassionate care to seniors nationwide. With millions of lives touched we are innovating the way health care is provided from hospital to home so seniors can lead more fulfilling lives. A career with us means making an impactinthe lives of those we serve including vulnerable populations whobenefitfrom care that is more efficient moreeffectiveand more human. Our environment empowers our team members to elevate our interactions with each other and the experiences we deliver to our patients giving them more days at home. Join our teamitsyour chance to improve the lives of millions as you discover the meaning behindCaring. Connecting. Growing together.
The Onsite Care Coordinator plays an integral role in optimizing patients recovery journeys. The Care Coordinatorcompletes weekly functional assessments and engages the post-acute care PAC inter-disciplinary care team to coordinate discharge planning to support the members PAC journey. The position engages patients and families to share information and facilitate informed decisions. By serving as the link between patients and the appropriate health care personnel the Care Coordinator is responsible for ensuring efficient smooth and prompt transitions of care.
Primary Responsibilities
By serving as the link between patients and the appropriate health care personnel the Care Coordinator is responsible for ensuring efficient smooth and prompt transitions of care
Engage with patients families or caregivers either telephonically or on-site weekly and as needed. Collaborate effectively on discharge goals and assist in resolving barriers
Collaborate effectively with members health care teams with individualized communication and participation in interdisciplinary team meetings
Review target outcomes and discharge plans with providers and families
Perform Skilled Nursing Facility SNF assessments on patients using clinical skills and utilizing CMS criteria upon admission to SNF and periodically through the patient stays
Assess and monitor patients continued appropriateness for SNF setting as indicated according to CMS criteria
Complete all SNF continued stay reviews updating authorizations on a timely basis
When Care Transitions is delegated for utilization management review referral requests that cannot be approved for continued stay and are forwarded to licensed physicians for review and issuance of the NOMNC when appropriate
Perform other duties and responsibilities as required assigned or requested
Youll 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
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