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VITAS Healthcare

Hospice and palliative care provider

Patient Care Coordinator

Clinical Support & Patient AdministrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeMiramar, FL, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Two or more years of related experience in medical terminology and/or a call center environment.
  • Ability to attain goals in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Ability to exercise considerable judgment and discretion in establishing and maintaining strong partnering relationships with internal and external callers.
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing at all levels of customer interaction to provide concierge-level service.
  • Working knowledge of computers, internet access, automated systems, and a variety of software packages; preferred typing speed is 50 words per minute.
  • Prior experience working collaboratively with other functional leaders to drive action plans.
  • Ability to stay organized, manage multiple responsibilities, and work on various assignments simultaneously.
  • Ability to communicate tactfully with department heads, managers, coworkers, and vendors to resolve problems and negotiate resolutions.
  • Ability to work weekends and holidays as necessary to support Care Connection Center operations.
  • Completion of high school or basic education equivalency is required.

Responsibilities

  • Process calls systematically and in an organized manner, following Care Connection Center scripts, policies, and procedures.
  • Promptly answer and screen incoming calls, escalating as appropriate.
  • Complete timely and accurate VX documentation on tasks in accordance with Telecare documentation standards to ensure data integrity.
  • Facilitate communication between Telecare team members, field staff, HME, referral sources, vendors, physicians, facility staff, patients, and families.
  • Handle concerns independently within scope of practice and seek guidance from the Telecare Nurse or Team Leader as needed.
  • Take ownership of customer service issues and resolve them on the first call whenever possible; escalate immediately as needed.
  • Comply with departmental standards, policies and procedures, training and education, workforce management, disaster planning, work prioritization, attendance, adherence, and quality requirements.
  • Participate in educating new hires as needed.

Desired Qualifications

  • Medical or business office education or training.
  • Bilingual ability in English and Spanish.

About the Company

VITAS Healthcare

Hospice and palliative care provider

VITAS Healthcare provides end-of-life care through hospice and palliative services in 15 states. Its offerings focus on relieving symptoms and stress for patients with terminal illnesses, delivered by a multidisciplinary team of doctors, nurses, social workers, chaplains, and other specialists. The product works through comprehensive, patient-centered services including pain management, emotional and spiritual support, and coordination of care with families, Medicare/Medicaid and private insurance reimbursements funding the services. The company differentiates itself by specializing in compassionate, tailored end-of-life care across multiple states with a strong emphasis on teamwork, integrity, and excellence, rather than broad, generic medical services. Its goal is to provide high-quality, dignified comfort to patients and support for families, while maintaining financial stability and adapting to changes in the healthcare environment.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Miami, FL
Founded
1978

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