Service Coordinator - Franklin, United States - Quality Care Hospice

Description

Job Description

Overview:

Service Coordinator - Bingham Farms

Pay: $20 - $24 per hour

Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:30am - 5pm

JOB SUMMARY:

The Service Coordinator reports to the Hospice Administrator and possesses knowledge, training and experience in the Hospice Intake, Scheduling, and Coordination of Care Process.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school graduate or equivalent (GED).
• Preferably one year's experience in healthcare or Hospice.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY:

• Knowledge of Hospice philosophy and end of life care.
• Ability to provide knowledge and skills on the computer.
• Knowledge of Hospice policies and procedures.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to work with individuals.

JOB DUTIES:

• Verifies that all required patient information is present prior to starting care.
• Utilizes appropriate clinical forms for entering data related to visit scheduling.
• Knowledge of hospice billing procedures.
• Submits timely computer documentation of all patient clinical visits.
• Responsible for answering telephone and forwarding calls to appropriate personnel.
• Promptly follows up with ordering equipment, communicating new Admissions to the Pharmacy, and Coordinating IDG members with regards to patient care concerns.
• Submits required documentation for billing purposes in the established time frame.
• Assists in implementation of policies and procedures.
• Observes confidentiality and safeguards all patient related information.
• Accepts responsibility for regular attendance and punctuality.
• File documentation/paperwork in appropriate chart
• All other duties as assigned.