Baycare Health System - Largo, FL
posted 6 months ago
About the position
At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers, and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that's built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility, and clinical excellence. The Utilization Coordinator (Homecare) plays a crucial role in ensuring the appropriateness of utilization and the completeness of admission documentation. This position requires effective communication and education of staff regarding utilization and paperwork issues, ensuring that all processes are followed correctly and efficiently. The Utilization Coordinator will be responsible for managing a minimum of 100 Medicare Admissions per month, which requires a keen attention to detail and a strong understanding of home care protocols. The position is hybrid, with the first month requiring in-office orientation at the BayCare Homecare Branch in Dunedin, Florida. After the orientation period, the schedule will shift to a hybrid model, allowing for a combination of home office work and time spent at the Dunedin Branch. This full-time role consists of 40 hours per week, with a standard schedule from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. While there is no on-call requirement, occasional weekend work may be necessary. The ideal candidate will possess a Florida RN License and have at least one year of experience in both Case Management and Home Care. Preferred qualifications include a Case Management Certification, which would enhance the candidate's ability to perform effectively in this role.
Responsibilities
- Coordinates utilization appropriateness and admission documentation completeness.
- Communicates to and educates staff regarding utilization and paperwork issues.
- Manages a minimum of 100 Medicare Admissions per month.
Requirements
- Required RN License - Florida
- Required associate's degree in nursing
- Required Case Management - one year
- Required Home Care - one year
Nice-to-haves
- Preferred Case Management Certification
Benefits
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401k match and additional yearly contribution
- Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus
- Community discounts and more
