Description

Hinds Hospice, one of the most well-known and well-respected nonprofit agencies in California’s Central Valley and a pioneer in the practice of hospice and palliative care, is seeking a Full Time Hospice Interdisciplinary Group Coordinator, Outpatient  to join our team.

Under the direction of the RN Clinical Manager/Director of Hospice Home Care Operations, the Hospice IDG Coordinator is responsible for scheduling patient visits for IDG team members and supporting the processes and functions of the Interdisciplinary Team. The Hospice IDG Coordinator is also responsible for communicating with patients and clients about their needs, scanning patient files, office filing, and other office support functions. The IDG Coordinator will be familiar with and follow all rules for the Joint Commission, State and Federal regulations.

• Maintains comprehensive working knowledge of Agency contractual relationships with Skilled Nursing, ICF, and ALF/RCFEs
• Collaborates with the Interdisciplinary Team including, but not limited to physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, spiritual care counselors, and hospice aides.
• Gathers and prepares documentation for the IDG processes and functions, including but not limited to documentation for the Hospice Physician and Attending Physicians signatures, IDG reports, supporting the tracking/monitoring of completion for Certifications of Terminal Illness, re-certifications, Face to Face encounters, and other duties as assigned.

Why Hinds Hospice:

A mission-driven organization and a pioneer in hospice care, Hinds Hospice seeks to uphold the dignity and ease the suffering of the terminally ill while supporting their loved ones and those who are grieving. Our vision is to be recognized for excellence in compassionate end-of-life care and specialized grief support services, accessible to all. We provide a compassionate presence, pursue excellence, act ethically, professionally, and with hope.

As a member of the Hinds Hospice team, you’ll be part of an organization with a long history of recognition for excellence and compassion. Hospice work in any position – from medical to clerical -- can be demanding. But hospice work is rewarding, especially for a person with the dedication required to rise to the challenges of end-of-life care, regardless of the position they work.

Hinds Hospice is Joint Commission accredited and was recently recognized by Fresno’s Marjaree Mason Center as its Leading Business for 2023.

Qualifications

• Compensation $24 hourly
• Generous benefits package, including:
  • Comprehensive health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
    • (FREE employee Medical/Vision Coverage through Kaiser/Guardian and affordable family rates)
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Life/AD&D insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Credit Union membership
  • Paid Time Off (24.5 days per year for FT employees, based on 40-hour work week).

Qualifications include but are not limited to:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Minimum 2 years experience in scheduling or managing patient services within a hospital, healthcare, or hospice office setting.
• Ability to work and problem solve independently, while being a supporting team member.
• Ability to think critically, problem solve, and remain flexible in an ever-changing healthcare environment.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and healthcare or hospice regulations.
• Must have a valid drivers license and a willingness to use personal vehicle in the course of employment.
• Must show proof of automobile insurance, proof of current auto registration and acceptable driving record. 
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (i.e., Push, Pull, Lift/Carry 10 lbs.).

If you are a person with the dedication, the compassion, the qualifications, and the skills required…
If you want to be part of a team that strives to provide the best in hospice and palliative care to the suffering and their loved ones…

Hinds Hospice wants to hear from you.