Kindred Healthcare Green Cove Springs , FL 32043
Posted 2 months ago
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.
Essential Functions
Conduct patient assessment in accordance with company standards.
Facilitates the timely admission of patients from the referral sources: Identifies medical record information needed from referring facility; Completes clinical assessment forms 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.
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.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
Computer skills that include Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook
Approximate percent of time required to travel: Varies by Region
Must read, write and speak fluent English.
Must have good and regular attendance.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Education
Associate or Bachelor's degree
Degree in healthcare related field preferred
Licenses/Certification
Healthcare professional licensure preferred; Registered Nurse Licensed Practical Nurse, Respiratory Therapist, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Social Worker license.
Experience
Two (2) years clinical patient care/treatment experience in healthcare field preferred
Kindred Healthcare