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Hospice Office Coordinator

Carthage, MO
Position Type: Full-Time
Category: Branch Admin and Clerical
Company: Gentiva Hospice
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Overview

Expand Access. Build Partnerships. Transform Care.

The Office Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting daily branch operations and ensuring compliance with non-clinical policies and practices. This position is key to maintaining accurate medical records, coordinating patient care, and providing essential administrative support to the hospice team.

Essential Functions of the Position

  • Maintain and close medical records per policy.

  • Review records to ensure compliance with documentation standards.

  • Identify and obtain missing chart information, including physician signatures and other required documentation.

  • Manage appropriate release of information, including obtaining authorizations and distributing copies.

  • Collaborate with clinical staff to support timely admissions.

  • Conduct medical record audits as requested.

  • Purge closed cases, prepare records for archival, and maintain the master patient index.

  • Participate in hospice quality assessment and performance improvement programs.

  • Oversee tactical HR processes, contracts, and personnel files for staff and contractors.

  • Support branch leader with new hire orientation and onboarding.

  • Serve as a resource connecting staff to IT, HR, and Compliance as needed.

  • Prepare weekly schedules, review for productivity and geographic efficiency, and coordinate with the Executive Director for approval.

  • Coordinate interdisciplinary team meetings and manage care coordination communication.

  • Provide administrative support including answering phones, ordering supplies, and data entry.

  • Process accounts payable and route invoices as needed.

  • Complete annual compliance training and attend in-services as required.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

About You

Education

  • High school diploma required.

Experience

  • Minimum of three years of experience in the healthcare industry.

  • Strong preference for medical records experience.

Skills & Qualifications

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Electronic Medical Records systems (HomeCare HomeBase preferred).

  • Strong organizational, record keeping, filing, typing, and time management skills.

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

  • Ability to adapt to changing tasks with flexibility and professionalism.

  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively across diverse backgrounds.

  • Demonstrated maturity, cooperation, and tact in the workplace.

We Offer

Benefits for All Associates (Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem):

  • Competitive Pay

  • 401(k) with Company Match

  • Career Advancement Opportunities

  • National & Local Recognition Programs

  • Teammate Assistance Fund

Additional Full-Time Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

  • Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program

  • Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays

  • Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)

  • Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)

  • Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

  • Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance

  • Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

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Legalese

  • This is a safety-sensitive position

  • Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits

  • Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements

  • We are proud to be an EEO employer

  • We maintain a drug-free workplace

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ReqID: 2025-127814
Category: Branch Admin and Clerical
Position Type: Full-Time
Company: Gentiva Hospice

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