Clinical Liaison - VNA Health

Santa Barbara, CA 93103

About the Job

About Us:
At VNA Health, our mission is to revolutionize healthcare through compassion and innovation, ensuring every individual's well-being is prioritized. We're dedicated to empowering our employees to make a real difference in the lives of our patients and communities, driving positive change in healthcare. Join us in our mission to provide exceptional care and improve the health and dignity of those we serve.

Why Join Us:

Fully-paid insurance premiums including dental, vision, basic life, disability, and AD&D insurance.
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual from the first day of employment.
Wellness Benefit providing $1,000 annual reimbursement for fitness and wellness expenses.
Financial wellness program with matching 403(b) Retirement Plan and Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
Supportive company culture promoting employee well-being through programs like the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and public transportation reimbursement.
Competitive Compensation: $55-58 hourly

Job Description:
Under the direction and supervision of the COO, provide patient consultation, assistance, and education about VNA Health and its home health, hospice and palliative care among hospitals and physicians, as assigned and directed. Evaluate, plan and coordinate patient referrals to VNA Health services. Develop and maintain relationships that promote and enhance ongoing business development. Promotes and supports the mission, values and vision of VNA Health. This position is located at Cottage Hospital.

Essential Job Duties:

Function cooperatively with referral sources and Community Liaison team to:
- Facilitate referrals to Home Health and Hospice
- Meet or exceed annual budgeted admission goals
Evaluate potential patients and referrals from all sources for their appropriateness and eligibility for home health, hospice, or personal care services
Identify and provide information regarding insurance coverage and when appropriate, requests prior authorization
Consult and collaborate with physicians, discharge planning personnel, insurance Case Managers and other sources to facilitate safe, appropriate discharge and/or establish a coordinated home plan of care
Coordinate referral with appropriate agency contact to ensure timely response, admission and/or follow up with referral source. Establish and maintain lines of communication between VNA Health and referral sources
Meet with patient, family, and/or caregiver and discusses the home situation, current needs, and any psychosocial factors that are relevant to the plan. Complete referral information that includes intake data, essential background information, hospital course, and the plan of care
Identify, coordinate and/or provide ongoing education to assigned referral sources and the community regarding VNA Health services and programs
Attend and participate in ongoing organization meetings

Physical Qualifications:

Current and active clinical (RN, LVN) California license.
Current CPR certification.
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive, productive relationships with current and potential referral sources.
Demonstrated ability to promote services and grow business.
Demonstrated excellent observation and verbal/written communication, public relations and team skills.
Ability to work with other health care clinicians and referral sources in the development of a home plan of care.
Minimum one year experience in health care setting.
Understanding and experience in home care and hospice regulations and insurance benefit and eligibility highly desired.
Self-directed and able to work with minimal supervision.
Licensed driver with insured automobile - in accordance with state and/or organization requirements.
Bi-lingual Spanish, preferred, not required

Physical Requirements:

Meet the physical demands of the position with or without accommodation

Apply today to be considered for our Clinical Manager role or email recruiter@vna.health with your resume.

Source : VNA Health