Location: New York,NY, USA
OverviewAs a Senior Transitional Care Assistant, you act as a navigator, educator and advocate, you will empower your clients with the knowledge and tools they need for seamless transitions of care. You'll serve as a liaison between the client and the healthcare delivery team, while also providing administrative and customer service support.
Compensation Range:$25.46 - $31.86 Hourly
What We Provide
Per Diem team members are eligible for some benefits and can access our extensive Employee Assistance Program that includes financial, legal, and mental health counseling programs as well as participate in a 403b retirement savings program.
What You Will Do
Understands and discusses the client-defined healthcare and functional goals and anticipated post-discharge care needs to ensure a smooth transition home or to other level of care setting.
Works closely with the Care team to monitor and track client progress. Prepares detailed, accurate and timely documentation.
Facilitates periodic case record reviews and case conferences with the Care team for assigned clients.
Establishes and promotes an ongoing collaborative relationship with direct caregivers, hospital administration, physicians, nurses, discharge planners, case managers, social workers, unit clerks, homecare agencies and other facility personnel.
Documents all interaction with the interdisciplinary team in the EMR.
Follows up with clients and maintains expected timeframes as per workflow.
Qualifications
Education
Associate's degree in human services or a related field or the equivalent work experience, required
Bachelor's degree in a human services or related field, preferred
Work Experience
Minimum of two years of customer service experience in the medical field (i.e., hospital, long term care, home care, medical office), required
Ability to adapt to change and work in a team-based environment, required
CAREERS AT VNS Health
The future of care begins with you. Together, we will revolutionize health care in the home and community. When you join VNS Health, you become a part of something bigger. For generations, we've been a recognized leader and innovator in patient-centered and community-focused health care. At VNS Health, you'll have the opportunity to meaningfully impact lives. Including yours. Discover your next role at VNS Health.