What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intake Coordinator (Hospice) position at Hospice Of The West?
Care Hospice is currently seeking a Hospice Intake Coordinator to join our team in our Phoenix location. If you are looking for a career with a purpose and a supportive team culture, then this is the position for you!
The Hospice Intake Coordinator is responsible for all aspects of the patient intake and admission processes including directing and coordinating and initiation of hospice services, and any other equipment, supplies, external services for hospice clients as prescribed by the physician, and/or requested by the client/family. Hospice Intake Coordinators respond to all incoming and outgoing physician and payer communication (insurance verification and authorization), and are in frequent communication with hospice clinical staff. Additionally, the Hospice Intake Coordinator assists the Admissions Nurse by following the patient throughout the referral-intake-admission process to facilitate a smooth transition to the hospice program.
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5pm
Territory: Arizona, California, New Mexico
Who We Are
At Care Hospice, we take immense pride in being a mission-driven, patient-centered leader in end-of-life care. Guided by our vision to be the most trusted partner in hospice care, we surround our patients and their loved ones with unwavering support, comfort, and compassion. At Care Hospice , we look for dedicated professionals who share our belief that true hospice care extends beyond medical needs—it’s about bringing dignity, peace, and human connection to every life we touch.
We offer a supportive, growth-oriented environment along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
The Hospice Intake Coordinator is responsible for all aspects of the patient intake and admission processes including directing and coordinating and initiation of hospice services, and any other equipment, supplies, external services for hospice clients as prescribed by the physician, and/or requested by the client/family. Hospice Intake Coordinators respond to all incoming and outgoing physician and payer communication (insurance verification and authorization), and are in frequent communication with hospice clinical staff. Additionally, the Hospice Intake Coordinator assists the Admissions Nurse by following the patient throughout the referral-intake-admission process to facilitate a smooth transition to the hospice program.
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5pm
Territory: Arizona, California, New Mexico
Who We Are
At Care Hospice, we take immense pride in being a mission-driven, patient-centered leader in end-of-life care. Guided by our vision to be the most trusted partner in hospice care, we surround our patients and their loved ones with unwavering support, comfort, and compassion. At Care Hospice , we look for dedicated professionals who share our belief that true hospice care extends beyond medical needs—it’s about bringing dignity, peace, and human connection to every life we touch.
We offer a supportive, growth-oriented environment along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Career Path Program that supports internal growth, advancement, and increased pay
- A generous time-off package with 15 days of PTO & 10 Holidays to rest and recharge
- Tuition Reimbursement & Certification Assistance to support your professional growth
- Wellness & Discount Programs to help you lead a healthy and balanced life
- Cell Phone, Mileage, & Gym Membership Reimbursement for your convenience
- Company matching 401(k) to secure your future
- Processes the referral and correctly collects all data possible from referral sources to ensure efficient and pre-qualifying of patients.
- Ensures maximum third party reimbursement through direct oversight and coordination of care with multiple service providers.
- Accurately documents all referrals/admissions activity into the EMR database and maintains spreadsheets to track referral activity.
- Triages referrals appropriately to ensure timely access to hospice for all potential patients.
- Ensures that all admission paperwork is received, reviewed and information updated in the database
- High School graduate or equivalent required. (RN or LVN preferred but not required)
- Minimum one (1) year of Intake experience in long term care environment, home health or hospice setting required
- Excellent communication skills, including public speaking, both verbal and written.
- Knowledge of corporate business management, governmental regulations, CHAP’s standards, and private payor practices.
- Experience working in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM & EMR systems
Salary : $25 - $26