Operations Mgr Job Description - Care Transition Coordinator - Operations (22015925)
Job Description
Requisition Title
Care Transition Coordinator - Operations
Job Number:
22015925
Caregiving is our Calling
At Amedisys whether we’re caring for patients directly or supporting those who do, each of us is a caregiver at heart. Every team member contributes to our mission of providing exceptional, clinically distinct care in the home to thousands of patients and families every day.
In home health, you’ll be a true advocate engaging patients throughout their coordinated health care journey all while maintaining autonomy and independence to support their needs.
If you’re looking for a home with a Nationwide Company where you can put your skills and experience to work, make a difference every day and pursue your goals for the future, join our team.
Line of Business
Homecare
Schedule
Part-time
Primary Location
United States-Georgia-Athens
What You Will Do
The Care Transitions Coordinator (Operations) is a clinical liaison position between health care providers to ensure continuity of care for patients transitioning from a facility to home care or hospice environment. The position has two separate and distinct general responsibilities: (1) following the receipt of a valid referral for home health or hospice services, directly communicating with and assessing the patient to improve the patient's transition from the inpatient to the home setting; and (2) maintaining the referral relationships of the agency within the facility and referral source, in accordance with Amedisys policies and procedures.
Qualifications
Required:
1+ years previous experience assisting patients through the continuum of care and the transition from hospital to home care, required.
Current CPR certification
Maintain facility qualifications for outside vendors, ie: annual TB testing and Hep B vaccination
Competent organizational skills;
Ability to handle stressful situations/deadlines;
Excellent oral/written communication and interpersonal skills;
Must demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively with all members of the health care team;
Demonstrates desire to work in a clinical role, while maintaining a relationship with referral sources to ensure quality transitions of referrals
Ability to forecasts needs and set priorities.
Proficient in computer-based skills. Must have working knowledge and practical application experience with general office computer systems (i.e. Microsoft Excel), internet, email, desktop navigation.
Preferred:
RN strongly preferred. LPN, PT, OT are considered in some cases (with a current, active, unencumbered license in the state of service)
Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.
Benefits and More
Amedisys cares for our team members with the same commitment we have to our patients. This is reflected in the benefits we provide and the opportunities we make available to our team. Benefits for eligible employees include:
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Comprehensive Health Insurance Benefits (medical, dental, vision)
Health Savings Account, Health Reimbursement Account, and Flexible Spending Account options
Life, Disability, and Other Voluntary Benefits
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Matching Contributions
Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Continuing Education
Fleet car for eligible employees
Certs:
CPR