Compassus

Compassus

Hospice Team Coordinator

Austin, TX

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 1 day ago
ComplianceEHR/EMRLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationMentoring

About the role

  • The Hospice Team Coordinator is responsible for modeling the Compassus values of Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Teamwork, and Innovation and for promoting the Compassus philosophy, using the 6 Pillars of Success as the foundation.
  • S/he is responsible for upholding the Code of Ethical Conduct and for promoting positive working relationships within the company, among all departments, and all external stakeholders.
  • The Hospice Team Coordinator plays a crucial role in coordinating and overseeing the delivery of hospice care services to patients.

Responsibilities

  • S/he maintains accurate records and facilitates communication and collaboration among team members, ensuring that patients receive the highest level of care, comfort, and support.
  • Uses HCHB to maintain and update patient records and generates reports to demonstrate regulatory compliance and add coordination notes as needed.
  • Monitors the timely return of physician orders and facilitates their processing to maintain efficient patient care.
  • Recognition and Support: Be celebrated for your contributions through recognition programs that honor your dedication.
  • The demands of this role necessitate a team member to effectively perform essential functions.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Regular standing, walking, and manual dexterity are fundamental, along with the ability to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds.

Skills

  • Build a Rewarding Career with Compassus
  • Your Career Journey Matters
  • The Compassus Advantage
  • Career Development: Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized professional development.

Benefits

  • Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs designed for your well-being.
  • Visual acuity requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • At Compassus, including all Compassus affiliates, diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our Pillars of Success.

Company info

  • Accurately enters and manages various types of patient data, including referral intake information (if applicable), newly admitted patient details, and updates to patient demographic information.
  • Ensures all admission documentation is complete, signed, dated, and includes the attending physician/medical director's CTI (Certification of Terminal Illness) and order to admit. Uploads these documents into the HCHB system for seamless record-keeping.
  • Monitors the status of durable medical equipment (DME) and medical supplies orders, and promptly informs the management team of any notable trends or issues.
  • Verifies and uploads any paper-based visit records into the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system and subsequently into HCHB for complete and accurate patient histories.
  • Ensures accurate and systematic organization of uploaded documents in the corresponding patient charts for easy retrieval and reference.
  • Confirms that the ordered level of care matches the billable level of care for each patient, ensuring accurate billing and reimbursement.
  • Collects decertification paperwork and uploads it into patient records. Notifies relevant healthcare providers of patient discharge through coordination notes.
  • Initiates requests for medical records and hospital inpatient charts as needed, and process provider notifications when they are relevant to the patient's care.
  • Facilitates coordination among members of the interdisciplinary team (IDT) to ensure a holistic approach to patient care.
  • Acts as a central point of contact for the hospice team, patients, and their families, facilitating clear and efficient communication.
  • Handles incoming telephone calls, take accurate messages, and transfer calls to the appropriate personnel, maintaining a responsive and welcoming atmosphere.
  • Manages the phone system and switches to the secondary system when necessary to ensure seamless communication.

Equal opportunity

  • A Culture of Belonging: Thrive in a culture where you can be your authentic self, valued for your unique contributions and supported in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion.

This listing is sourced directly from Compassus's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.