Job Description
A Home Health Agency is looking to add a Patient Care Manager (PCM) to their Georgia team. The Patient Care Manager (PCM) is responsible for the episode of care for the assigned team patient census with a
focus on direct management and leadership of associated team (Clinical Support Specialist & Field Clinicians). See daily tasks/responsibilities below.
* Responsible for communication & coordination of care needs reported by case managers (driveway calls).
* Ensure schedules are updated, continuity of care for patient episode is present, and that quality care is delivered
* by the clinical care team.
* Facilitate Case Conference and be responsible for follow-up action related to case conference, stand up, and
* stand down meetings.
* Coach and mentorship of clinicians and CSS role -- including monthly 1:1 session to address development needs
* and hold accountable to role specific Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Support development of new hires and
* tenured employees.
* Responsible for voluntary attrition of assigned team, acting as the main point of contact for support and working
* Responsible for workday tasks related to employee supervision -- PTO, Evaluations, Coaching Notes, etc.
* Responsible for daily completion of the following tasks: daily management of KPIs, field staff support, order
* approval, follow-up on pending admissions, prep/perform utilization management review, workflow, edit/lock
* TIF/Discharge OASIS, escalation/complaint calls, supervision to ensure implementation of agency policies &
procedures, and field visits as required.
Required Skills & Experience
* 2-3 years experience in a Home Health Leadership Role
Paired with previous experience as a home health clinician
* Registered nurse with current licensure to practice nursing in the practicing state
* Possess and maintain CPR certification
* Proven ability to work within an interdisciplinary setting
* Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured and in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order
* Prior use of Electronic Medical Records (EMR) preferred
* Knowledge of accepted professional standards and practice, Medicare Conditions of Participation, and federal, state, and local regulatory requirements
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.