Care Transition Associate (Weekends) PT

Compassus • Olympia, WA

18d • $20 - $35

About The Position

The Care Transition Associate performs a variety of patient-centered administrative tasks to support care coordination within acute care hospital hubs. This care transition work is focused on post-acute care needs for patients requiring home health and hospice . Support patients and families with their specific discharge plan and plan of care for home health and hospice referrals. The Care Transition Associate ensures a high level of customer service and connection between the hospital's patients and post-acute service providers by assisting patients and the clinicians who provide care to access appropriate post-acute care and effectuate a timely start of care. This role will support care coordination activities furnished within the Providence hospital and develop opportunities for educational outreach that will enhance service awareness and access. Additional duties assigned may include collaboration with local Service Line leadership in essential meetings, reporting on tactical plans, and training/orientation. The Care Transition Associate position is salaried and will not receive any bonus or compensation related to assisting with admissions to the JV home health agency or hospice. The Care Transition Associate may be assessed for success of achieving Value-Based Enterprise measures.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree Or equivalent educ/experience
• High school diploma or equivalent plus three years of work experience is equivalent to the Associate's degree.
• Demonstrated work experience with patients and families.
• Work experience, preferably in health care setting, providing customer service and administrative support to professionals.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from leaders, team members, investors, and external parties. Ability to communicate clearly, sensitively and in a supportive professional manner with patient/family/caregivers, co-workers and public. Strong written and verbal communications in English. Medical terminology knowledge preferred.
• Understands the purpose and function of Value-Based Enterprise agreement between Providence and JV for home health and hospice care coordination. Ability to develop strong, collaborative working relationships and communicate clearly and concisely. Demonstrates the ability to effectively manage multiple competing priorities, adapt to an ambiguous and changing environment, work under stress with multiple demands by others, and get along well with others. Ability to effectively organize time and prioritize multiple demands for work assignments with strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Demonstrates critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities. Clear, concise documentation and patient chart organization. Strong computer skills and use of electronic medical record (as applicable), fax, and copy machines. Works effectively as a member of a health care team.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework/Training Medical terminology.
• Coursework/Training Health care training.
• Coursework/Training Educational courses in healthcare.
• MS Word and Excel software programs.
• Experience with Epic electronic medical records (EMR)

Responsibilities

• Acts as a non-clinical liaison between inpatient and outpatient settings supporting post-acute service arrangements and coordination of care for patient discharge.
• Assists the Clinical Liaisons and the inpatient acute care teams as part of the Value-Based Enterprise goals in arranging care for patients discharging with Home Health and Hospice care needs. Coordinates and arranges for admission of patients to home health and hospice service.
• Obtains information to help Clinical Liaisons to assess patient appropriateness for hospice and home health services consistent with policies and procedures and admission criteria. Ensures services and equipment ordered are appropriate based on clinical criteria and patient diagnosis. Ensures required documentation is present in the patient chart. Obtains accurate charting and MD orders as needed to ensure appropriate insurance coverage.
• Meets with Clinical Liaisons, hospital discharge planners, physician groups and other referral sources maintaining excellent customer relationships, ensuring satisfaction, providing updated materials, and informing of any updates on new or changes in services. Serves as a resource for inpatient care teams for patients discharging from the hospital to home health or hospice service lines.
• Provides in-person education materials and consultation to patients and families regarding Home Health and Hospice. Coordinates delivery of equipment to the patient residence with Home Health Agency’s or Hospice’s HME and DME vendors as appropriate to avoid hospital discharge delays.
• Communicates clearly to physician and provider offices verifying orders, following provider, pertinent medical and other information applicable to Home Health and Hospice clearly and concisely.
• Provides administrative support for Clinical Liaison team.
• Efficiently navigates EMR; enters patient data and appropriate documentation ensuring a high level of accuracy. Schedules starts of care for patients as needed.
• Responsible for providing necessary documentation to internal and external agencies to ensure patients receive Home Health and/or Hospice care ordered at hospital discharge. Communicates with patient and family to verify pertinent data.
• Supports coordination of referral and reimbursement including notification of clinical teams for any follow up needed on orders and reported changes in patient condition.
• Demonstrates and maintains up to date knowledge and understanding of community resources and payer source criteria for Home Health and Hospice services. Maintains strong knowledge base on all DME equipment and supplies.
• Evaluates and collaborates to ensure all services are arranged.
• Effectively manages customer resolution issues independently and seeks management/leadership involvement if necessary.
• Ensures proper handling and disposal of confidential information and adheres to all HIPAA rules and regulations.
• Adheres to all policies and procedures including regulatory requirements regarding infection control, practicing standard precautions and safety and disaster preparedness.
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient demographics, medical and financial information at all times. Maintain confidentiality of all company and client information. Ensures proper handling and disposal of confidential documents and adheres to all HIPAA rules and regulations.
• Effectively manages customer resolution issues independently or seeks management/leadership involvement as needed.
• Attends scheduled meetings and engages in communications with Clinical Excellence Team .
• Acquire current knowledge of multiple managed care contracts and network provider subcontracts.
• Work cooperatively with Hospital discharge planning team to identify patients who would benefit from homebased care and to effectuate efficient and effective discharges in cooperation with patient's physician/mid-level provider.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Meaningful Work: Make an impact every day by honoring the quality of life of our patients, supporting them and their families with compassion, and creating moments that truly matter.
• Career Development: Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized professional development.
• Innovation Meets Compassion: Collaborate with a supportive team using the latest tools and technologies to deliver exceptional care.
• Enhanced Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs designed for your well-being.
• Recognition and Support: Be celebrated for your contributions through recognition programs that honor your dedication.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees