Offer summary

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED required, with an associate's degree preferred., Two years of office or related experience, ideally in a healthcare setting., Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, especially with the geriatric population., Proficient in computer and software applications, with knowledge of record keeping and office administration..

Key responsabilities:

Notify supervisors of any delinquent documentation from physicians or clinicians.

Maintain and file medical records and clinical notes for active and discharged patients in EMR.

Monitor and process physician orders and troubleshoot outgoing failed faxes.

Conduct clerical audits on admission, recertification, and discharge charts according to company policy.

Job description

Overview

Are you looking for a rewarding career? If so, we invite you to join our team at Amedisys, one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.

Attractive pay

$18.00 - $22.00 p/h

What's In It For You

A full benefits package with choice of affordable PPO or HSA medical plans.
Paid time off.
Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services paid by Amedisys yearly, when enrolled in an Amedisys HSA medical plan.
Up to $500 in wellness rewards for completing activities during the year. Use these rewards to support your wellbeing with spa services, gym memberships, sports, hobbies, pets and more.*
Mental health support, including up to five free counseling sessions per year through the Amedisys Employee Assistance program.
401(k) with a company match.
Family support with infertility treatment coverage*, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave.
And more.

Please note: Benefit eligibility can vary by position depending on shift status.

To participate, you must be enrolled in an Amedisys medical plan.

Responsibilities

Notifies supervisor or designee as needed when documentation is delinquent from physicians, clinicians or other sources.
Maintains filing of medical records, physicians' orders, lab reports, progress notes and clinical notes for active and discharged patients in EMR.
Monitors and processes physician orders through HCHB or Forcura.
Monitors outgoing failed faxes and troubleshoots to rectify.
Performs timely communications and provision of required patient records and details to admitting facilities and physicians for hospice patients.
Handles outreach and coordinates with designated care center staff when hand delivery of orders is required due to lack of timely follow up from physician office or facility.
Performs and supports IDG (Inter Disciplinary Group) console preparation for assigned branches.
Conducts clerical audits on admission, recertification, and discharge charts and processes according to company policy.
Maintains current knowledge of, and ensures compliance with all federal, state
Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of office or related experience, preferably in a healthcare environment.
Demonstrated knowledge of the appropriate skills for communicating with individuals of all ages, especially the geriatric population.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
Strong computer and software skills.
Working knowledge of personnel management, record keeping and office administration.
Reliable internet service and ability to office from home with minimal disruption to the workday.

Preferred

Associate's degree in business or related field.

Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.

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