Hospice Support Specialist

• Longview Hospice
• 103480 Longview, WA | Administrative/Non-Clinical Support | Temporary Posted a week ago Description PeaceHealth is seeking a Hospice Support Specialist
• Longview Hospice for a Temporary, 0.75 FTE, Variable position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $21.07
• $31.

59. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc. In addition to apetitive hourly wage, excellent benefits, PeaceHealth offers a supportive and inclusive work environment with an emphasis on life balance. Responsible for providing dedicated clerical and administrative support to clinical and non-clinical interdisciplinary hospice team as well as front line service to patients and families. Applies knowledge and independent judgment toplete a wide range of assignments and resolve problems. Frequent contacts include internal and external customers to gather information or provide information. Provides excellent customer service to patients, families, staff, and external contacts. Team approach to clinical and non-clinical functions listed below through primary ownership and cross-training.

DETAILS OF THE POSITION

Assists clinicians and providers with scheduling and monitoring of Medicare benefit periods. Facilitates intake/registration through electronic medical record (EMR) creation. Monitors plans of care and certifications of terminal illness forpliance. Audits and ensures accuracy of non-covered addendums, consents, and hospice item sets. Verifies billing per state and federal hospice regulations to support reimbursement, including Medicaid pass through billing, insurance verifications, authorizations, and notifications.

WHAT YOU BRING

High School Diploma Minimum of 1 year

Preferred:

experience in a healthcare setting Essential functions may also include support of admissions, discharges, and volunteer services as well as basic housekeeping and cooking.

WA Hospice Houses:

WA Food Handlers permit required within 2 weeks of hire. PeaceHealth ismitted to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers apetitive andprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program. See how PeaceHealth ismitted to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility. For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.