Overview
Hospice by the Bay set the standard for hospice in the U.S. by emphasizing the role of the patient in making important medical decisions. Our spectrum of home-based services now includes Skilled Home Health Care, Palliative Care, Adult Hospice Care and Pediatric Care. Our team approach strives to address practical, social, emotional and spiritual aspects of care, with the goal to maximize quality of life for our patients, caregivers and families.
We are currently seeking a Administrative Assistant for our Intake/Information Department in our Larkspur office. The successful candidate must be reliable, well organized and a team player and will provide administrative support to the Intake and Admission team while assists in process of referral, inquiry and planning initial visits for admission to Hospice by the Bay programs of service in compliance with organization policies and procedures and applicable laws and regulations. This position is full time and may require occasional weekend work.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):
Follow up on information required for referral and admission to Hospice by the Bay.
Collect data from referral sources, family and facilities as needed to complete pre-admission information.
Enter and maintain referral and intake information in computerized clinical documentation system.
Demonstrate an understanding of all Hospice by the Bay services, informed consent, payer sources, Medicare/Medi-Cal, and admission criteria in all settings and communities served.
Assist with preparing materials needed to complete an admission visit.
Initiate and complete insurance authorization for Hospice services as needed.
Demonstrate awareness of and sensitivity to hospice programs and services.
Maintain confidentiality according to agency policies and procedures.
Education/Experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 2 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum two years experience providing administrative support preferably in a healthcare setting.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Current California Driver’s License and automobile insurance that meets State of California requirements, if driving a car.
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