Palliative Care Coordinator

The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Assists to maintain liaison relationships with hospitals, facilities, insurance personnel, providing information and education on organization services, coverage issues and related areas.

JOB SUMMARY

The Palliative Care Coordinator is an integral part of the team assisting providers to provide excellent care, setting the standard in our community.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receive, process and coordinate referrals and following up with patient in a timely manner to coordinate admission
  
• Scanning and upload patient documents
  
• Assure orders are sent to physicians in a timely manner
  
• Handling incoming calls and other communications
  
• Maintain organization of the office common area
  
• Obtains and documents prior authorization for services from insurance providers
  
• Schedule providers to see patients on a recurring basis
  
• Assists to maintain liaison relationships with hospitals, facilities, insurance personnel, providing information and education on organization services, coverage issues and related areas.
  
• Resolve appointment conflicts for staff
  
• Produce and process schedules and reports as they are requested by administrative staff
  
• Assure admit packets are stocked and ready for both admissions
  
• Assist with claim denials
  

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

• At least 18 years of age
  
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given
  
• Satisfactory references from previous employers
  
• Is self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision
  
• Good oral and written communications
  
• Good organizational skills
  

The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.