Amedisys, Inc. Hiring For Intake Coordinator – Clinical – LPN at Hackensack, NJ  Full Time

At Amedisys whether we’re caring for patients directly or supporting those who do, each of us is a caregiver at heart. Every team member contributes to our mission of providing exceptional, clinically distinct care in the home to thousands of patients and families every day.

In home health, you’ll be a true advocate engaging patients throughout their coordinated health care journey all while maintaining autonomy and independence to support their needs.

If you’re looking for a home with a Nationwide Company where you can put your skills and experience to work, make a difference every day and pursue your goals for the future, join our team.

What You Will Do

Responsible for the evaluation/admission and/or transfer process of patients following referral.

• Serves as the first line of customer service for internal and external customers.
• Receives and documents patient referrals to home health services, ensuring compliance with applicable coverage criteria.
• Gathers appropriate information to assist the clinical team in scheduling an evaluation visit.
• Coordinates the evaluation/admission process and may assign field staff to conduct initial assessment.
• Communicates pertinent patient information to the care center team.
• Makes referrals to other community resources as directed by the Director of Operations/BD team.
• If a licensed clinician, may obtain verbal orders for patients and documents as applicable.
• Coordinates with other departments for insurance verification and payer authorization as needed.
• Communicates and follows up with Business Development regarding pending admissions as needed or as directed by Director of Operations.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications
Required

• Two (2+) years of administrative experience in a healthcare environment.
• Current, unencumbered license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse or Physical Therapy Assistant specific to that state the employee is assigned to work by the company.

Preferred

• Home health or Hospice experience.

Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.
Benefits and More

Amedisys cares for our team members with the same commitment we have to our patients. This is reflected in the benefits we provide and the opportunities we make available to our team. Benefits for eligible employees include:

• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive Health Insurance Benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Health Savings Account, Health Reimbursement Account, and Flexible Spending Account options
• Life, Disability, and Other Voluntary Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Continuing Education
• Fleet car for eligible employees

Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.