Patient Assessment Coordinator Part Time

Kindred Healthcare•Westminster, CA

6d•$31 - $45

About The Position

At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates. Job Summary Conducts patient assessments in accordance with company standards for appropriate patients for potential admission into the system. Maintains positive relationships with referral sources, sales teams, admission, managed care, clinical and operational teams. Coordinates transmission of clinical and benefits information of patients for possible admission into our ScionHealth Specialty Hospitals. Collects, organizes, evaluates, and communicates pertinent clinical information with effective verbal and written skills. Strong customer service skills and commitment to service excellence. Possesses strong attention to detail and commitment to following all processes set forth. Operates with a sense of urgency to produce quick results. Maintains all patient information in a manner that ensures confidentiality and meets all regulatory requirements.

Requirements

Ability to collect, organize, evaluate and communicate pertinent clinical information with effective verbal and written skills
Strong customer service skills and commitment to service excellence
Computer skills that include Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and Outlook and PowerPoint
Excellent presentation and communication skills
Clinical Background with ability to conduct Patient Assessments
Ability to work under stress and to respond quickly in crisis situations
Knowledge of healthcare marketing and plan development
Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team
Approximate percent of time required to travel: Varies by Region
Must read, write and speak fluent English
Must have good and regular attendance
Associate or Bachelor’s degree
Healthcare professional licensure preferred
Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, Respiratory Therapist, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Social Worker license
Two (2) years clinical patient care/treatment experience in healthcare field preferred
Demonstrated understanding of Medicare, Medicaid, and other payers as related to LTACH benefits

Responsibilities

Conduct patient assessment in accordance with company standards
Work closely with patients and their family members to educate them on the benefits of Kindred Hospital
Assist in conducting tours of the hospital with families and referral sources as needed
Facilitates the timely admission of patients from the referral sources: Identifies medical record information needed from referring facility; Completes the Pre-Admission Clinical Evaluation (PACE) form to assist in evaluating appropriateness of admission; Facilitates and coordinates physician-to-physician communication as necessary; Identifies specific patient needs for equipment, supplies and consult services
Meets with management staff, participates in marketing meetings and serves on various Internal committees as assigned
Maintains a state-of-the-art knowledge of areas of responsibility and develops and follows a program of continuing education
Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the Company’s Code of Business Conduct, its policies and procedures, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable professional standards
Maintains all information in a manner that ensures confidentiality and meets all regulatory requirements
Performs other related duties as assigned