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Hospice Community Liaison

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New Age Hospice is in search for a Hospice Community Liaison in the McAllen, TX and surrounding areas.

Benefits

Major Medical, Dental, and Vision
Supplemental Insurance
IRA Plan
401K
6 Major Holidays Paid Off
Mileage Reimbursement
24/7 Help from seasoned staff
Paid Training
Family-like atmosphere
Hiring Immediately

Job Summary

Facilitate the flow of communication between caregivers, patients, and doctors. Provide legendary customer service to ensure positive relationship with referral sources.

Essential Functions:

Demonstrate current and up-to-date knowledge of all state and federal governmental regulations and intermediary guidelines.
Demonstrates proficient understanding and adherence to continuous quality improvement objectives and safety, environmental or infection control standards.
Establish relationship with physicians and staff to encourage patient referrals.
Obtain referral information on hospitalized patients when contacted by case managers and establish initial contact with patient and family.
Follow active patients when hospitalized or in a long-term facility on temporary basis.
Follow developed focus list.
Log Therapy visits and submit referrals when received.
Answer patient related phone calls as needed and handle accordingly.
Assist office in obtaining physician orders as needed.
Serve as liaison between staff and referral sources.
Travel to referral sources to perform job tasks.
Coordinate agency involvement in local health fairs and other programs in order to keep the community aware of agency’s presence and purpose.
Maintains compliance with all New Age's policies, procedures, and regulations, including all federal and state laws.
Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
Accurately prepares and proofreads letters, memos and other correspondence.
Review and accurate processing of mail and other correspondence daily.
Performs all other duties as requested by supervisor.

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Requires minimum of one year prior successful experience as a Community Coordinator or comparable position. Home nursing care experience preferred.
Requires ability to speak, read and write English
Requires ability to communicate clearly and make self understood effectively in face to face interactions; articulate with accuracy to communicate using phone.
Requires ability to effectively interact with and coordinate service delivery both internally with staff and externally with the community at large including physicians, patients, family members, vendors, insurers, other providers, etc.
Must have and maintain current valid Texas Driver’s license and proof of current auto liability insurance as this position requires travel to various geographic locations

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Zip codes: 78503, 78520, 78550

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$52500 / YEARLY (est.)

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What You Should Know About Hospice Community Liaison, New Age Hospice

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? New Age Hospice is excited to announce an opening for a Hospice Community Liaison! Based in the vibrant area of McAllen, TX, this role is perfect for someone who thrives on building relationships and fostering communication between caregivers, patients, and healthcare providers. In this position, you'll be the key point of contact for referrals, ensuring that families receive the compassionate care they need. We highly value our team members, offering robust benefits like major medical, dental, vision, and 401K plans, along with mileage reimbursement and paid training. You won't just be an employee; you'll be part of a family-like atmosphere that truly cares about your well-being and growth. Your responsibilities will involve establishing strong connections with physicians, logging therapy visits, and ensuring compliance with all regulations. If you're ready to contribute to community health initiatives, participate in local health fairs, and help us maintain our positive relationships with referral sources, we want to hear from you! Join us at New Age Hospice, where your skills can shine and create a lasting impact. Apply now and step into a role that truly matters, both to you and to the community you’ll serve.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Hospice Community Liaison Role at New Age Hospice

What are the primary responsibilities of a Hospice Community Liaison at New Age Hospice?

As a Hospice Community Liaison at New Age Hospice, your main responsibilities would include facilitating communication among caregivers, patients, and healthcare providers, establishing relationships with physicians to generate patient referrals, and managing referral information. You would also follow up with patients in hospitals or long-term facilities, log therapy visits, and assist in obtaining necessary physician orders.