Patient Assessment Coordinator Per Diem

About the role

Kindred Hospital Westminster is a 109-bed long-term acute care hospital offering specialized care for extended recovery periods. The role involves conducting patient assessments, maintaining relationships with referral sources, and coordinating patient admissions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments in accordance with company standards.
• Work closely with patients and their family members to educate them about the benefits of Kindred Hospital.
• Assist in conducting tours of the hospital with families and referral sources as needed.
• Facilitate the timely admission of patients from referral sources:
• Identify medical record information needed from referring facilities.
• Complete the Pre-Admission Clinical Evaluation (PACE) form to assist in evaluating the appropriateness of admission.
• Facilitate and coordinate physician-to-physician communication as necessary.
• Identify specific patient needs for equipment, supplies, and consult services.
• Maintain positive relationships with management staff, participate in marketing meetings, and serve on various internal committees as assigned.
• Maintain a state-of-the-art knowledge of areas of responsibility and develop a program of continuing education.
• Operate with a sense of urgency to produce quick results.
• Maintain 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 including Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Clinical background with ability to conduct patient assessments.
• Ability to work under stress and 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.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in healthcare-related field preferred.
• Healthcare professional licensure preferred (e.g., 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.

Skills

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Knowledge of healthcare marketing and plan development.
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a team.

Benefits

• Medical coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)/Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Wellness programs.

Pay

$31.25-$45.02/hr.

Schedule

Varies by Region.