Palliative Care Specialist

Job Summary

Managing patient transitions through the palliative continuum, the full-time remote Palliative Care Transitions Specialist will handle referral and eligibility screening, coordinate care transitions to hospice, and ensure effective communication among providers and families.

Key responsibilities

• Review and classify incoming referrals for palliative appropriateness and confirm patient eligibility
• Coordinate transitions from palliative care to hospice, including goals-of-care discussions and handoffs between providers
• Complete individualized care plans and manage care using the organization's EMR systems

Required qualifications

• No specific professional license required; candidates may have an LPN, RN, or Social Worker (BSW or greater) background
• Direct clinical experience or hands-on patient care in hospice or palliative care is required
• Working knowledge of healthcare terminology and palliative and hospice eligibility criteria
• Proficient with computers, Microsoft Office, and able to learn EMR and CRM systems
• Highly organized and able to multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment