Home Health After Hours, Weekend Coordinator

Amedisys, Inc. • Baton Rouge, LA

9d • $20 - $26

About The Position

Provides centralized after hours and weekend support for multiple care centers. Responsible for the evaluation/admission and/or transfer process of patients following referral after hours and on the weekend.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two (2+) years of administrative experience in a healthcare environment.

Nice To Haves

• Current, unencumbered license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse or Physical Therapy Assistant specific to that state the employee is assigned to work by the company.
• Home health or Hospice experience.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the first line of customer service for internal and external customers.
• Receives and documents patient referrals to home health services, ensuring compliance with applicable coverage criteria.
• Gathers appropriate information to assist the clinical team in scheduling an evaluation visit.
• Coordinates the evaluation/admission process and may assign field staff to conduct initial assessment.
• Communicates pertinent patient information to the care center team.
• Makes referrals to other community resources as directed by the SS After hours Coordinator/SS RN On Call Coordinator Lead.
• If a licensed clinician, may obtain verbal orders for patients and documents as applicable.
• Coordinates with other departments for insurance verification and payer authorization as needed.
• Communicates and follows up with Business Development regarding pending admissions as needed or as directed by SS After hours Coordinator/SS RN On Call Coordinator Lead.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Benefits

• A full benefits package with choice of affordable PPO or HSA medical plans.
• Paid time off.
• Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services paid by Amedisys yearly, when enrolled in an Amedisys HSA medical plan.
• Up to $500 in wellness rewards for completing activities during the year. Use these rewards to support your wellbeing with spa services, gym memberships, sports, hobbies, pets and more.
• Mental health support, including up to five free counseling sessions per year through the Amedisys Employee Assistance program.
• 401(k) with a company match.
• Family support with infertility treatment coverage, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave.
• Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) and mileage reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees