What are the responsibilities and job description for the INTAKE COORDINATOR RN | UM HEALTH-SPARROW HOME CARE position at University of Michigan Health Sparrow?
Job ID: 47518
Positions Location: Lansing, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job: Centralizes AgencyDescription:
Positions Location: Lansing, MI
Job Description
General Purpose of Job:
Centralizes Agency referrals to assure that appropriate services are based on defined needs to patient/referral source. Assures that reimbursement guidelines are met. Provides document review after completion of entry of patient into agency.
Essential Duties:
This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.
- Receives and assesses intake information from physicians, hospitals, and other community resources as prescribed by the physician and in compliance with state and regulatory requirements including agency policy and procedures.
- Obtain all payor information and assist in payor verification
- Functions as a clinical resource for the agency as it relates to the appropriateness of referrals
- Promotes/educates referral sources regarding Sparrow Home Care services that available and maintain a positive relationship with all referral sources, both external and internal.
- Serves as a resource to hospital personnel, patients, families, physicians, home care clinicians, maintains and enhances professional expertise through appropriate educational/organization activities.
- Communicate referral information timely to scheduling to ensure timely initiation of care.
- Assists in the development of tools and collects data for monitoring agency compliance with Conditions of Participation, JCAHO standards, OASIS, and monitoring utilization of services for improving patient outcomes and agency profitability.
Job Requirements
University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
HOME CARE
UM Health-Sparrow Home Care is a non-profit, certified home care agency serving the Mid-Michigan region including residents of Ingham, Eaton, Clinton, Ionia, and surrounding counties since 1984. As the leading home care organization in Mid-Michigan, we work with you to find your best healthcare options and provide an uninterrupted continuum of care as you transition back to your daily life.
Job Family
Registered Nurses/Nursing LeadershipRequirements:
