Passionate Heart Hospice - Artesia, CA
posted about 2 months ago
The Office Admin at Passionate Heart Hospice plays a crucial role in ensuring that patient care records are meticulously maintained in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and the hospice program's policies and procedures. This position is vital for safeguarding the confidentiality of medical record information, protecting it from loss or destruction, and ensuring compliance with all relevant standards. The Office Admin is expected to demonstrate a high level of professionalism and integrity in handling sensitive information, reflecting the organization's commitment to patient care and privacy. In this role, the Office Admin will be responsible for a variety of essential functions that support the hospice team. This includes ordering supplies and equipment, maintaining accurate tracking systems for documentation, and keeping supervisors informed of audit trends that may require follow-up actions. The Office Admin will also implement systems to protect medical records from unauthorized access and ensure proper disposal of records in line with retention policies. Additionally, the role involves preparing reports and documents for interdisciplinary group meetings and ensuring that all necessary forms are readily available for staff use. The Office Admin will also assist in entering patient care data into program systems, maintaining logs and records, and covering receptionist duties during breaks. Participation in in-services, staff meetings, and case conferences is expected, as is compliance with hospice policies and procedures. Overall, this position is integral to the smooth operation of the hospice, ensuring that all administrative tasks are completed efficiently and effectively, thereby supporting the delivery of high-quality patient care.