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VITAS Healthcare jobs in Milpitas, CA

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  • Team Manager Home Care

    Vitas Healthcare 4.1company rating

    Vitas Healthcare job in Lathrop, CA

    The Team Manager is the leader of the Patient Care Team and that member of the team whose function is to: supervise, evaluate and coordinate the various component members of the interdisciplinary team; assure continuity of care from admission to discharge or transfer to bereavement; serve as patient advocate and coordinator for other social service and health care providers in the community who are involved in the care of the team's patients; assume responsibility for the maintenance of patient records from intake through discharge or transfer to bereavement. Patient Care Services Directs all patient care services for the team, including volunteer and bereavement, and ensures that services are rendered as integrated components of the interdisciplinary plan of care. Reviews information on all pending patient admissions, all new admissions (assessments and history) and “alive” discharges to assure that eligibility and appropriateness criteria are met. Collaborates with both the team physician and the attending physician regarding palliative care measures for pain and symptom management. Assures complete and accurate data and documentation are available to make recertification decisions and further assures that those decisions are made on a timely basis. Reviews all imminent “alive” discharges to assure effective discharge planning. Monitors the type and level of team services provided (staffing, medications, HME, supplies, level of care changes to inpatient and continuous care, etc.) to assure that they are appropriate and responsive to patient/family needs and expectations. Manages the team schedule and assures coordination of services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to all patients on the team. Facilitates team meeting, assuring interdisciplinary input into the update and revision of the plan of care in concert with the changing needs and expectations of the patient and family. Participates in on-call rotation. Staff Supervision and Management Interviews, selects, trains, supervises, evaluates and dismisses team staff in conjunction with the Patient Care Administrator Assures staff competence and performance levels through making field visits, evaluating documentation and providing team based in services on Vitas values, hospice principles and practices and specific team growth needs. Acts as a resource and mentor for staff re clinical issues, documentation, inter- and intra- team problem solving and appropriate customer service behavior Oversees staff and volunteer schedules, scheduling and territory assignments to assure that workload is distributed equitably and that all staff are able to meet overall productivity expectations. Reviews and approves payroll, assuring that employees have documented accurate time, mileage and additional expenses. Quality Improvement/Regulatory Compliance Monitors clinical records and all team activities to ensure that they are accurate, complete and meet required standards in accordance with VITAS policy and all regulatory bodies. Develops and implements performance improvement activities to respond to service issues and challenges and participates from time to time in program relating to quality and service improvement. Ensures that team completes proactive and other patient/family satisfaction surveys, and implements Quality Improvement measures and standards. Assists with surveys and requests from regulatory bodies and intermediaries as directed by local program. Performs substantive chart reviews to assure there is evidence that quality care is being delivered. Participates in the Outcomes Management and annual program review. Performs utilization review of continuous care and inpatient levels of care for all patients on team. Customer Service/Sales/Marketing Assures that problems/grievances/service failures experienced by individual pa tients/families or physicians/MCOs are addressed with team members, vendors, other VITAS departments, and are resolved promptly and satisfactorily. Analyzes customer service issues on team to identify causes and works with individual team members as well as entire team to improve performance. Personally speaks with patients/families and their attending physicians when patient is considering revocation to seek satisfactory solutions to avoid unnecessary revocation. Regularly visits LTC and Contract Bed facilities to assure care plan integration, customer satisfaction and to discuss criteria for determining appropriateness. Participates in providing inservices to customers along with other team members, Patient Care Administrators and other program staff. Participates in professional, voluntary or community service organizations Cost Containment Verifies/approves admitting IPOC diagnosis, treatments, staffing and supplies. Monitors utilization of resources by every patient to assure cost effective delivery of services. Controls and is accountable for productivity, labor and all related patient care costs with respect to budget. Approves all bills/invoices related to patient care services Professional Development Attends inservices, educational seminars and workshops. Develops and achieves professional growth goals and objectives. Participates as a mentor of newly hired Team Managers. QUALIFICATIONS Reliable transportation with appropriate license and insurance coverage for driver and passengers. Private telephone in home. Knowledge of the principles and practices of primary medical and nursing care, with at least a working knowledge of oncologic nursing and palliative care. Basic understanding of the interpersonal dynamics operative within the working relationships of an interdisciplinary health care team, and knowledge of the process of dying and bereavement. Working knowledge of VITAS information system (Vx) and the ability to utilize management reports. Two years successful supervisory experience or equivalent in a health care organization. EDUCATION Bachelor's degree preferred. Current and valid R.N. License to practice in the state where the VITAS program is located. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE EOE/AA M/F/D/V
    $110k-135k yearly est. Auto-Apply 48d ago
  • Clerk

    Vitas Healthcare 4.1company rating

    Vitas Healthcare job in Milpitas, CA

    QUALIFICATIONS Qualified candidates must have the following: Minimum of two years office experience: Excellent organizational and communication skills required Ability to work with confidential matters Moderate typing skills, and some computer applications EDUCATION High School graduate or equivalent preferred. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES San Francisco Ordinance Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records EOE/AA M/F/D/V
    $31k-38k yearly est. Auto-Apply 14d ago
  • Medical Director - Hospice

    Vitas Healthcare 4.1company rating

    Vitas Healthcare job in Milpitas, CA

    The medical director of VITAS fulfills two primary functions, each of which is expected to consume approximately one half of the time and work effort of the position: The medical director has overall responsibility for medical direction of the care and treatment of patients and their families rendered by the hospice care team, and shall consult and cooperate with the patient's attending physician. The medical director provides physician direction and guidance to the hospice program, its physician employees, and other staff and volunteers to assure the maintenance of quality standards of care for patients and families. The medical director educates practicing physicians and others engaged in health care services regarding the hospice program and its potential benefits to patients. In fulfilling the two primary functions explained above, the medical director performs the following duties: Quality of Clinical Care Assure appropriate evaluation and certification of terminal prognosis of patients. Assure the quality of initial plans of care. Assure the quality of comprehensive plans of care. Assure the accuracy of documentation. Review revocations. Review recertifications of terminal prognosis. Review the quality of pain and symptom management. Provide medical expertise on pain and symptom management to admission and patient care staff. Provide medical expertise on the evaluation of terminal prognosis to admission and patient care staff. Actively participate in formal QI functions and committees. Actively participate in Interdisciplinary Group. Actively participate in Ethics Committee. Interact with attending physicians as necessary regarding pain and symptom manage ment issues and issues involving patient prognosis Periodically attend home care team meetings and rounds in inpatient units. Supervision of team physicians (home care and inpatient) Interview and participate in the hiring and contracting of team physicians with the general manager, patient care administrator and/or team manager. Orient team physicians as to clinical responsibilities and the principles of palliative medicine. Periodically review the quality of clinical care provided by the team physician. Periodically review the quality of the quality of the documentation of visits made by the team physician. Assure that documentation of visits supports the CPT coded level of service billed. Ensure proper team physician participation and support in team meetings. Ensure proper team physician support to the VITAS nurse, team manager, and other clinical team members. Participate with the team manager in the yearly formal evaluation of the team physician. Ensure that a physician on-call rotation is established so that there is team physician support available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Management Participate as an active member of the local/regional management team (includes budget process, strategic planning, etc.) Actively participate in responding to audits and denials from third party insurance and intermediaries (i.e. Medicare) Ensure that all contracted physicians (team physicians and consulting physicians) are properly credentialed via the VITAS Credentialing process. Serve on the VITAS Credentialing Committee. In Wisconsin the medical director also supervises the following functions of the consultant pharmacist: Ensure medications are utilized within accepted standards of practice. Ensure a system is developed and maintained that documents the disposal of controlled drugs. Community Relations Educate community physicians on the principles of palliative medicine. Provide resource and consultative support to community physicians in palliative medicine. Attend and present at medical staff and other medical community conferences on palliative medicine. Serve as liaison between the hospice and community physicians. Make regular contacts with practicing physicians to introduce the hospice program, to educate physicians regarding individuals for whom hospice may be appropriate, and to answer clinical and other concerns of physicians with respect to hospice. Assist in introducing the VITAS program to long term care providers, managed care providers, hospitals, and others. Conduct educational seminars, in services, and presentations to physicians, nurses, and other health care audiences whose support for and understanding of the hospice program is integral to assuring that hospice services are made accessible to patients and families. Education and Research Assist in the development of and actively participate in clinical training for all hospice patient care and admissions personnel. Actively participate in medical and nursing education programs on palliative medicine that may be provided by VITAS to medical and nursing colleges in the community. Assist in the development of and actively participate in research protocols on both the local and corporate level. Be a member of and participate in professional organizations related to palliative medicine. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of the principles and practice of primary medical care, with at least a working knowledge of oncology. Knowledge of palliative care with particular emphasis on control of symptoms associated with terminal illness. Ability to work collaboratively with patients' attending physicians to implement the hospice program and effect optimum medical care. Ability to work collaboratively with hospice employees and volunteers as part of an interdisciplinary team. Membership in good standing on the medical staff of an accredited hospital in the state in which the hospice is located. Medical malpractice and liability insurance in amounts and with carriers satisfactory to VITAS. Positive recommendation to the general manager or area vice president from corporate medical officer. EDUCATION License to practice medicine in the state in which the program is operating. Board certification in a medical specialty which deals with care of the terminally ill, such as Internal Medicine, Oncology or Family Practice, with at least a working knowledge of medical oncology and demonstrated expertise in the principles of palliative medicine and symptom management. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES San Francisco Ordinance Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. EOE/AA M/F/DV
    $186k-262k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • HME Delivery Driver

    Vitas Healthcare 4.1company rating

    Vitas Healthcare job in Hayward, CA

    The Home Medical Equipment (HME) Delivery Driver is an entry level position whose primary responsibilities include: driving a box truck, delivery-pick up of home medical equipment, education to patients and/or caregivers. Work in a fast-paced team environment, excellent customer service and communication skills. Paid on-call work hours are required. The HME Delivery Driver requires the individual to work independently. Must adhere to Company, Federal, State and local regulations and compliance. Salary Range: $16 - $23/Hour RESPONSIBILITIES: Equipment Operation • The HME Delivery Driver delivers, sets-up, services and picks-up medical equipment and related supplies to/from patient's residence and skilled facilities. • The HME Delivery Driver provides instruction and education material to the patient/or caregiver(s) on the operation, cleaning, and maintenance of medical equipment. • The HME Delivery Driver obtains a return demonstration to ensure understanding. • The HME Delivery Driver transports, handles and routes medical equipment according to VITAS Healthcare policies and procedures to comply with infection control, equipment maintenance, and safety. • The HME Delivery Driver represents VITAS Healthcare professionally at all times through care delivered and services provided to all clients. • The HME Delivery Driver functions within federal, state, local, VITAS Healthcare and professional guidelines and regulations. • The HME Delivery Driver maintains the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within VITAS Healthcare. • The HME Delivery Driver performs scheduled preventative maintenance and non-scheduled maintenance of equipment. • The HME Delivery Driver has a strong knowledge in all home medical equipment and ability to train MST staff effectively in High Flow Therapy, Bi-PAP Therapy and Enteral Pumps. • The HME Delivery Driver completes performance safety checks on equipment at the time of delivery. • The HME Delivery Driver performs structural/environmental, safety, and patient assessments as related to equipment and participate with the IDT care plan. • The HME Delivery Driver is computer literate for accurate tracking of equipment and daily performance. • The HME Delivery Driver can provide initial general training to newly hired MST. • The HME Delivery Driver may clean and disinfect medical equipment as needed. Warehouse Operation • The HME Delivery Driver cleans/disinfects, tests, and repairs medical equipment and maintains accurate records and documentation in accordance with VITAS Healthcare policies and procedures. • The HME Delivery Driver receives, identifies and labels medical equipment. • The HME Delivery Driver maintains proper storage of equipment. • The HME Delivery Driver maintains equipment and supply inventory. • The HME Delivery Driver coordinates equipment, supplies inventory levels, and communicates with Home Medical Equipment (HME) staff. • The HME Delivery Driver maintains oxygen refill files. • The HME Delivery Driver performs warehouse cleaning and overall maintenance. Safety • The HME Delivery Driver practices safe and proper body mechanics relative to transporting, lifting and set-up of medical equipment. • The HME Delivery Driver adheres to all safety and security policy and procedures. • The HME Delivery Driver wears Safety-toed shoes as provided by VITAS Healthcare. Vehicle Operation • The HME Delivery Driver operates vehicles according to VITAS Healthcare policies and procedures to assure compliance with OSHA, NFPA, FDA and DOT regulations. • The HME Delivery Driver operates vehicles in a safe, responsible and defensive manner. • The HME Delivery Driver is responsible for the cleaning and service notice of vehicles. • The HME Delivery Driver loads and unloads equipment safely to assure no damage or injury. Communication • The HME Delivery Driver presents equipment education to a level of understanding by patients/families. • The HME Delivery Driver reports equipment/patient issues to immediate Supervisor. • The HME Delivery Driver maintains accurate records in accordance with VITAS Healthcare policies and procedures, i.e., patient equipment delivery/pick-up/service forms, vehicle reports, manifests, and patient needs. • The HME Delivery Driver may assists less experienced HME delivery drivers by providing guidance and counseling on job duties and responsibilities. Professional Development • The HME Delivery Driver attends and participates in related Company meetings and/or committees. • The HME Delivery Driver completes of all required training during first year of employment as outlined in Career Pathway. Other • The HME Delivery Driver performs on-call work as required. • The HME Delivery Driver maintains positive work relations with staff members • The HME Delivery Driver provides internal HME Staff with training on home medical equipment. • The HME Delivery Driver demonstrates courteous behavior and is responsive to patients/families and other members of VITAS Healthcare and the public. • The HME Delivery Driver performs other job duties as requested. • The HME Delivery Driver maintains a neat and professional appearance. • The HME Delivery Driver adheres to all VITAS Healthcare policies and procedures. QUALIFICATIONS: • High school diploma or equivalent. • Experience with the operation and repair of durable medical equipment preferred. • Current driver's license in applicable state. • Ability to lift 100 pounds when required. • Highly Organized • Strong Administrative Skills • PC Competent • Able to work with hand-held scanning device. • Work unsupervised in field exercising discretion and independent judgment. COMPETENCIES: • Satisfactorily complete job-related competencies. DIRECTIONS RECEIVED The HME Delivery Driver reports to the HME/Operations Manager.
    $16-23 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Home Health Aide

    Amedisys Inc. 4.7company rating

    Burlingame, CA job

    Home Health Aide * Part-time status * Must have C.N.A. / Home Health Aide License for the state of California * Mileage reimbursement Are you looking for a rewarding career in homecare? If so, we invite you to join our team at Amedisys, one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S. Attractive pay * $26.00 to $30.00 per hour, depends on home health experience. What's in it for you * A full benefits package with choice of affordable PPO or HSA medical plans. * Paid time off. * Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services paid by Amedisys yearly, when enrolled in an Amedisys HSA medical plan. * Up to $500 in wellness rewards for completing activities during the year. Use these rewards to support your wellbeing with spa services, gym memberships, sports, hobbies, pets and more.* * Mental health support, including up to five free counseling sessions per year through the Amedisys Employee Assistance program. * 401(k) with a company match. * Family support with infertility treatment coverage*, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave. * Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) and mileage reimbursement. * And more. Please note: Benefit eligibility can vary by position depending on shift status. * To participate, you must be enrolled in an Amedisys medical plan. Why Amedisys? * Community-based care centers with a supportive and inclusive work environment. * Better work/life balance and increased flexibility compared to other settings. * Job stability and the opportunity to advance with a growing company. * The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families providing much needed care where they want to be - in their homes. Responsibilities * Obtains temperature, pulse, blood pressure and respiration. * Maintains a clean, safe, and healthy environment. * Assists patient with getting in and out of bed, bathing, hygiene, and toileting. * Prepares and provides and/or assists with meals. * Performs light homemaking and other environmental services. * Observes, reports, and documents any changes in patient status. * Understands basic elements of body functioning and reports changes in patient's body functions as indicated. * Recognizes emergency situations and implements appropriate emergency procedures per care center policy. * Follows care center procedures regarding infection prevention and control, handling of hazardous waste and safety measures. * Follows specific written instructions for personal care in accordance with the plan of care. * Assists patient with prescribed exercises as instructed per nurse or therapist. * Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications * High school diploma or equivalent. * Current state certification (or registration) as a nurse assistant as per state certification/registration requirements. * CNA experience within the last two years. If it has been more than two years, you must complete another training and competency program before providing services. * Must be able to successfully pass the competency program of the care center. * Current CPR certification. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic. * High school diploma or equivalent. * Current state certification (or registration) as a nurse assistant as per state certification/registration requirements. * CNA experience within the last two years. If it has been more than two years, you must complete another training and competency program before providing services. * Must be able to successfully pass the competency program of the care center. * Current CPR certification. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic. * Obtains temperature, pulse, blood pressure and respiration. * Maintains a clean, safe, and healthy environment. * Assists patient with getting in and out of bed, bathing, hygiene, and toileting. * Prepares and provides and/or assists with meals. * Performs light homemaking and other environmental services. * Observes, reports, and documents any changes in patient status. * Understands basic elements of body functioning and reports changes in patient's body functions as indicated. * Recognizes emergency situations and implements appropriate emergency procedures per care center policy. * Follows care center procedures regarding infection prevention and control, handling of hazardous waste and safety measures. * Follows specific written instructions for personal care in accordance with the plan of care. * Assists patient with prescribed exercises as instructed per nurse or therapist. * Performs other duties as assigned.
    $26-30 hourly 48d ago
  • Vitas Sales Representative

    Vitas Healthcare 4.1company rating

    Vitas Healthcare job in Lathrop, CA

    WHO WE ARE At VITAS Healthcare, we've been the nation's leading end-of-life care provider for more than 45 years. We're not just a hospice company-we're a mission-driven movement built on compassion, support, and growth When you join VITAS, you're stepping into a culture that invests in you: your development, your goals, and your impact. With programs in 15+ states and a nationally recognized employee experience, we promote from within, reward performance, and support ambitious professionals ready to make a difference. WHAT YOU'LL DO As a VITAS Representative, you'll be at the front line of change-educating physicians, healthcare leaders & professionals about the value of hospice care. You'll: * Build trusted relationships with physician, healthcare leaders & professionals * Confidently guide referral sources through understanding the prognostication, the value proposition of hospice & how to have effective conversations for families facing serious illness * Champion the benefits of the Medicare hospice benefit * Work alongside clinical partners to ensure patients receive the right care at the right time * This is a role for someone who's ready to grow, eager to learn, and driven to serve. WHERE YOU'LL WORK You'll be based out of a local VITAS office and actively engaging across your territory. Whether it's a physician's office, hospital, or care facility-you'll go where the need is, always focused on making meaningful connections. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR You're a strong communicator. You thrive on challenges. You're passionate about helping others and hungry to learn a meaningful, evolving business. If you're a motivated professional who wants to grow into a mission-aligned career, you'll find the tools, mentorship, and momentum here. At VITAS, we value: * Adaptability in dynamic, people-driven environments * A solution-oriented mindset that thrives on overcoming obstacles * The heart and drive to connect, educate, and truly make a difference WHY THIS MATTERS Every day, you'll help ensure that patients and families receive comfort, dignity, and peace at life's most important moments. And in doing so, you'll grow your career, your confidence, and your sense of purpose. This is more than a sales role-it's a calling. Ready to answer? QUALIFICATIONS * Minimum 2 years sales experience or in healthcare services preferred * Participated in competitive team environment that involved individual accountably and teamwork * Able to demonstrate examples on critical thinking and created solutions * Past military service a plus * Experience with volunteer organization a plus * Hospice experience preferred but, not required * Evidence of achieving sales goals within the market and/or demonstrates track record of consistently exceeding corporate goals * Strong customer service, sense of urgency and problem solving skills * Time Management and Organizational Skills * Demonstrated knowledge and successful application of a need satisfaction selling process * Ability to manage a territory, to conduct sales calls and to generate sales by building long term business partnerships * Strong interpersonal skills within all levels of an organization EDUCATION * Bachelor's degree preferred
    $46k-71k yearly est. 35d ago
  • Physical Therapist

    Amedisys Inc. 4.7company rating

    Hayward, CA job

    Physical Therapist Home Healthcare PRN status, days Mileage reimbursement Are you looking for a rewarding career in homecare? If so, we invite you to join our team at Amedisys, one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S. Attractive pay * $70.00 to $90.00 hourly range depends on home health experience. What's in it for you * A full benefits package with choice of affordable PPO or HSA medical plans. * Paid time off. * Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services paid by Amedisys yearly, when enrolled in an Amedisys HSA medical plan. * Up to $500 in wellness rewards for completing activities during the year. Use these rewards to support your wellbeing with spa services, gym memberships, sports, hobbies, pets and more.* * Mental health support, including up to five free counseling sessions per year through the Amedisys Employee Assistance program. * 401(k) with a company match. * Family support with infertility treatment coverage*, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave. * Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) and mileage reimbursement. * And more. Please note: Benefit eligibility can vary by position depending on shift status. * To participate, you must be enrolled in an Amedisys medical plan. Why Amedisys? * Community-based care centers with a supportive and inclusive work environment. * Better work/life balance and increased flexibility compared to other settings. * Job stability and the opportunity to advance with a growing company. * The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families providing much needed care where they want to be - in their homes. Responsibilities * Responsible for helping patients maintain, restore and improve movement, activity and function. * Provides interventions, conducts reexaminations (every 30 days, at minimum), modifies interventions as necessary, and performs discharge planning. * Other duties as assigned. Qualifications * Current license to practice physical therapy specific to the state you're assigned to work in. * Graduate from an accredited physical therapy educational program as set by the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). * One year related physical therapy experience for PTs entering home health care to ensure that knowledge and skills are sufficient to safely provide physical therapy services to patients. * If less than one year of experience, approval from regional clinical leaders is required as well as appropriate mentoring and/or participating in a residency program. * Current CPR certification. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic. * Current license to practice physical therapy specific to the state you're assigned to work in. * Graduate from an accredited physical therapy educational program as set by the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). * One year related physical therapy experience for PTs entering home health care to ensure that knowledge and skills are sufficient to safely provide physical therapy services to patients. * If less than one year of experience, approval from regional clinical leaders is required as well as appropriate mentoring and/or participating in a residency program. * Current CPR certification. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic. * Responsible for helping patients maintain, restore and improve movement, activity and function. * Provides interventions, conducts reexaminations (every 30 days, at minimum), modifies interventions as necessary, and performs discharge planning. * Other duties as assigned.
    $70-90 hourly 60d+ ago
  • Social Worker (SW)

    Vitas Healthcare 4.1company rating

    Vitas Healthcare job in San Bruno, CA

    Salary Range: $37 - $45 / Hour WHO WE ARE We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation's leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our hospice organization kickstarts careers in caring, promotes from within, and provides a nationally recognized best-in-class employee experience. Supported by industry-leading experts and a growing network of programs in 15+ states, VITAS empowers team members to grow toward their goals while transforming patients' lives. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future. WHAT YOU'LL DO As a hospice social worker, you will provide emotional and logistical support to patients and their loved ones during an important and vulnerable time. You will ensure VITAS patients reach the end of life with their affairs in order, honoring their wishes for finances, funeral arrangements, and more. Their loved ones will trust you to help them navigate the grieving process. Whether you're granting an end-of-life wish or simply listening to a patient's stories at their bedside, your actions-large and small-will make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families. WHERE YOU'LL WORK Each day is different for our social workers. You will spend most of your time caring for hospice patients wherever they call home, which may be a private residence or an assisted living/skilled nursing facility. About once a week, you'll come to the office to meet with the rest of your interdisciplinary team: the RNs, physicians, chaplains, and fellow nurses who work together to provide 360-degree support to the patients and families we serve. WHAT'S EXPECTED FROM YOU VITAS social workers honor the trust of our patients and center others in their work. In addition to having your social work license, reliable transportation, and at least one year of social work experience in a health care setting, you'll approach your work with the traits that make the VITAS Difference: Commitment, Compassion, and a Can-do Attitude. You will keep patient welfare at the center of everything you do, giving your best each day in service of our core commitment: Extending comfort and dignity to all people at the end of their life's journey. JOB REQUIREMENTS * Ability to travel per job requirements. * Thorough knowledge of community resources or the desire/ability to obtain this knowledge. * Knowledge of key psychosocial issues prevalent with terminally ill patients and their family/caregivers, including the knowledge of effective psychosocial interventions to address those issues. * Capacity to relate and work well with others as a member of an interdisciplinary team. * Excellent listening and communication skills. * Ability to be an effective patient and family advocate- both within the patient/family unit, within the core IDG, and within community agencies and the like. * Provide emotional and psychological support to patients and families. * Offer counseling and crisis intervention services. * Provide bereavement support and grief counseling. * Educate patients and families on the emotional and psychological response to the illness progression QUALIFICATIONS * Masters of Social Work required from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, unless grandfathered in per the 2008 Medicare Hospice Condition of Participation * At least one year social work experience in a health care setting. * Experience as a social worker with the terminally ill and their families, preferred * Experience in providing counseling and support to patients and families. * Empathy and compassion in dealing with seriously ill patients and their families. * Equivalent experience of licensure may be considered where allowable by State Regulations. (i.e. a BSW in FL or WI) License and/or Certification if required by State Minimum State Requirements for the following states: AL: Licensed Bachelors of Social Work (LBSW) CA: BSW cannot be used as the core SW. CT: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) DC: Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) DE: Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW) FL: BSW GA: Licensed Master Social Worker IL: Licensed Social Worker (LSW) MO: Baccalaureate Social Worker (BSW) NJ: Licensed Social Worker (LSW) OH: Licensed Social Worker (LSW) PA: Licensed Social Worker (LSW) TX: Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW) VA: Licensed Social Worker (LSW) WI: Social Worker Certificate SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES * EOE/AA M/F/D/V #LI-MS1
    $37-45 hourly 60d+ ago
  • Physician Home Care

    Vitas Healthcare 4.1company rating

    Vitas Healthcare job in Lathrop, CA

    WHO WE ARE We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation's leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our hospice organization kickstarts careers in caring, promotes from within, and provides a nationally recognized best-in-class employee experience. Supported by industry-leading experts and an expanding network of programs in 15+ states, VITAS empowers team members to grow toward their goals while transforming patients' lives. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future. WHAT YOU'LL DO As a home care hospice physician, you will use your compassion, communication skills and deep expertise to build meaningful relationships with patients and families, providing the highest-quality care at the most challenging point in life. You will see the person behind each prognosis and create care plans centered around the patient's wishes, needs, and beliefs, often working in concert with the patient's primary care physician. Manage approximately 45-60 patients in their home settings via an interdisciplinary team approach. Make visits in-person and via telehealth. Participate in Weekly team IDG meetings. With your strong sense of commitment, you will advocate for your patients, discussing goals for their care while addressing their hopes and fears. You will live the hospice mission, seeking teachable moments everywhere, and educate patients, caregivers, and the communities you serve on the benefits of compassionate, dignified end-of-life care. WHERE YOU'LL WORK Each day is different. You will spend most of your time caring for hospice patients and families wherever they call home, whether that means a private residence or an assisted living/skilled nursing facility. Once a week, you'll visit your local program office to discuss cases with members of your interdisciplinary team, including social workers, chaplains, and nurses. All of these roles collaborate to provide holistic support for the patients and families we serve. WHAT'S EXPECTED FROM YOU VITAS physicians must be licensed to practice medicine or osteopathy in the state in which their program operates. In addition to being board-certified or board-eligible in hospice and palliative medicine, internal medicine, family practice, or a related specialty, you should be familiar with the principles of hospice and registered with the DEA. You'll also have the traits that make the VITAS Difference: Commitment, Compassion, and a Can-do Attitude. You will keep patient welfare at the center of everything you do, giving your best each day in service of our core commitment: Extending comfort and dignity to all people at the end of their life's journey. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE EOE/AA M/F/D/V
    $153k-219k yearly est. Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Clinical Manager

    Amedisys Inc. 4.7company rating

    Hayward, CA job

    REGISTERED NURSE - CLINICAL MANAGER * Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing. * Current RN license, specific to the state(s) you are assigned to work. * Must have RN clinical experience in home health. * One year of RN management experience. * Current CPR certification. Are you looking for a rewarding career in homecare? If so, we invite you to join our team at Amedisys, one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S. Attractive pay * $130,000 to $140,000 annually, depends on home health experience. What's in it for you * A full benefits package with choice of affordable PPO or HSA medical plans. * Paid time off. * Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services paid by Amedisys yearly, when enrolled in an Amedisys HSA medical plan. * Up to $500 in wellness rewards for completing activities during the year. Use these rewards to support your wellbeing with spa services, gym memberships, sports, hobbies, pets and more.* * Mental health support, including up to five free counseling sessions per year through the Amedisys Employee Assistance program. * 401(k) with a company match. * Family support with infertility treatment coverage*, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave. * Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) and mileage reimbursement. * And more. Please note: Benefit eligibility can vary by position depending on shift status. * To participate, you must be enrolled in an Amedisys medical plan. Why Amedisys? * Community-based care centers with a supportive and inclusive work environment. * Better work/life balance and increased flexibility compared to other settings. * Job stability and the opportunity to advance with a growing company. * The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families providing much needed care where they want to be - in their homes. Responsibilities * Recommends employment decisions for staff to the director of operations, including decisions to hire, fire, advance, promote or change status. * Responsible for overall quality of patient care and clinical performance of nurses and aides. * Organizes clinical operations for the care center. * Reviews requests for services and determines patient eligibility/suitability for home care services. Works with intake in coordinating patient referrals and admissions. * Oversees scheduling. * Oversees payor verification and precertification requirements. * Reviews documentation of other staff members and ensures missing, incomplete and/or untimely documentation issues are resolved. * Assists clinicians in establishing immediate and long-term patient goals, setting priorities and developing Plan of Care (POC). * Regularly evaluates the needs of the patient and makes necessary revisions to the plan of care in collaboration with clinicians. * May provide direct patient care on an infrequent basis in times of emergency. * Participates in the on-call process. * Assists with training of staff to ensure quality care, compliance and fiscal responsibility. * Participates in the investigation and resolution of patient/family/physician concerns. Qualifications * Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing. * Current RN license, specific to the state(s) you are assigned to work. * One year of clinical RN experience in home health or hospice. * One year of RN management experience. * Current CPR certification. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic. * Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing. * Current RN license, specific to the state(s) you are assigned to work. * One year of clinical RN experience in home health or hospice. * One year of RN management experience. * Current CPR certification. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic. * Recommends employment decisions for staff to the director of operations, including decisions to hire, fire, advance, promote or change status. * Responsible for overall quality of patient care and clinical performance of nurses and aides. * Organizes clinical operations for the care center. * Reviews requests for services and determines patient eligibility/suitability for home care services. Works with intake in coordinating patient referrals and admissions. * Oversees scheduling. * Oversees payor verification and precertification requirements. * Reviews documentation of other staff members and ensures missing, incomplete and/or untimely documentation issues are resolved. * Assists clinicians in establishing immediate and long-term patient goals, setting priorities and developing Plan of Care (POC). * Regularly evaluates the needs of the patient and makes necessary revisions to the plan of care in collaboration with clinicians. * May provide direct patient care on an infrequent basis in times of emergency. * Participates in the on-call process. * Assists with training of staff to ensure quality care, compliance and fiscal responsibility. * Participates in the investigation and resolution of patient/family/physician concerns.
    $130k-140k yearly 13d ago
  • Patient Care Secretary

    Vitas Healthcare 4.1company rating

    Vitas Healthcare job in Lathrop, CA

    The Patient Care Secretary is a skilled secretarial person whose job is to support the work of the Team Manager and who is generally responsible for accomplishing all patient care related clerical procedures. Salary: $20-$25/hr Screens telephone calls for Team Manager. Facilitates communication between pa tients/families and other team members, including volunteers. Takes and keeps daily schedule for all team members. Attends weekly team meetings. Prepares agenda for team meeting. Follows through on assignments given by the Team Manager. Establishes, maintains, and closes patient charts in an orderly fashion. This may include but is not limited to the mailing of and follow-up on all required documentation such as Plans-Of-Care, Attending Physician Authorization forms and Medical Information Request forms. Provides back-up documentation to Billing Department routinely and as requested. Orders D.M.E. and maintains record of dates ordered and picked-up. Enters patient care and volunteer data into Vx and event tracking. Communicates with staff and outside agencies as directed by Team Manager. When the program utilizes part time staff, the PCS will maintain a list of all part-time staff jointly with other patient care secretaries. Contacts and schedules part-time staff at the direction of Team Manager. Jointly with other patient care secretaries, orders supplies and documentation forms used by the team. Does routine correspondence for Team Manager and other members of the team. Sorts and processes all patient care mail jointly with other patient care secretaries. Maintains A.D.T. and checks census daily for accuracy. In programs that have more than one patient care secretary, they will cover for each other for lunch, for team meetings, and for other short intervals of absence. Handles other tasks as assigned by the Team Manager. QUALIFICATIONS Three years prior work experience preferred. Good typing skills. Computer literate. Able to handle multiple tasks. Excellent communication skills Good telephone skills EDUCATION High school graduate or equivalent required. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES EOE/AA M/F/D/V
    $20-25 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • RN Nursing Team Manager

    Vitas Healthcare 4.1company rating

    Vitas Healthcare job in Lathrop, CA

    WHO WE ARE We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation's leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our hospice organization kickstarts careers in caring, promotes from within, and provides a nationally recognized best-in-class employee experience. Supported by industry-leading experts and a growing network of programs in 15+ states, VITAS empowers team members to grow toward their goals while transforming patients' lives. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future. Salary Range: $80275.505625 - $133792.509375 /Annual WHAT YOU'LL DO As a home care team manager, you will be responsible for coordinating all patient care services for your team. You will collaborate with physicians and coordinate team member schedules to ensure patients receive the quality care they deserve, when they need it. It is a role that requires leadership skills and clinical expertise and is the perfect next step for a nurse looking to grow their career. WHERE YOU'LL WORK Our home care team managers work at their program's home office [CT1] every day. WHAT'S EXPECTED FROM YOU Our home care team managers blend leadership skills and clinical expertise to effectively manage their team, ensuring quality and continuity of care for patients. In addition to a valid RN license, reliable transportation and at least two years of supervisory experience in healthcare, you'll have the traits that make the VITAS Difference: Commitment, Compassion, and a Can-do Attitude. You will keep the patient welfare at the center of everything you do, giving your best each day in service of our core commitment: Extending comfort and dignity to all people at the end of their life's journey. QUALIFICATIONS * Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field from an accredited college or university or the international equivalent preferred * Current and valid R.N. License to practice in the state where the VITAS program is located * Two years successful supervisory experience or equivalent in a health care organization. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE * EOE/AA M/F/D/V
    $80.3k-133.8k yearly 54d ago
  • Home Health Aide HHA/CNA

    Vitas Healthcare 4.1company rating

    Vitas Healthcare job in Milpitas, CA

    The VITAS Home Health Aide (HHA) is a non-exempt employee, who is trained to provide personal care and services to hospice patients to augment care given by family members or other caregivers. Salary Range: $22 - $27 / Hour ASSIGNED JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Performs only those personal care activities contained in a written assignment. Home Health Aide (HHA) assignments may include: Home Health Aide (HHA) helps the patient to maintain good personal hygiene. Home Health Aide (HHA) plans and prepare meals. Feeds or assist with feeding the patient when needed. Home Health Aide (HHA) assists the patient ambulation. Home Health Aide (HHA) assists with certain treatments as ordered by the physician, and taught and supervised by the nurse for a specific patient including: assist with the change of the colostomy bag; assist with the use of a walker or wheelchair; reinforcement of a dressing; assist with prescribed range of motion exercises; assist with prescribed ice cap or collar; measure intake and output of fluids; and assist with medications that are ordinarily self-administered. Home Health Aide (HHA) reads and records temperature, pulse and respiration. OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE HOME HEALTH AIDE (HHA) NOT INCLUDED IN A WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT MAY INCLUDE: Home Health Aide (HHA) assists in maintaining a safe and healthy environment. Home Health Aide (HHA) promotes the patient's mental alertness through involvement in activities of interest. Home Health Aide (HHA) provides simple emotional and psychological support to the patient, family, and other caregivers. Home Health Aide (HHA) reports any changes in the patient's mental or physical condition or home situation to the VITAS Nurse and members of the interdisciplinary team. Home Health Aide (HHA) teaches basic personal care to the primary caregiver. Home Health Aide (HHA) practices basic infection control measures. Home Health Aide (HHA) observes, reports, and documents patient status and the care and activities provided. Home Health Aide (HHA) completes at least 12 hours of in-service training per calendar year. Home Health Aide (HHA) handles other tasks as assigned. THE HOME HEALTH AIDE (HHA) MAY NOT: Be assigned by VITAS to any institutional setting. Change sterile dressings. Irrigate body cavities (such as an enema). Irrigate a colostomy or wound. Perform a gastric lavage or gavage. Catheterize a patient. Administer medications. Apply heat by any method. Care for a tracheotomy tube. Suction a patient. Provide any personal care that has not been assigned by the VITAS nurse or included in the plan of care. QUALIFICATIONS High School graduate or equivalent preferred. Meets personnel qualifications of a Home Health Aide as specified in 42 C.F.R. Section 484.4 and Section 484.36. Documented evidence of 75 hours of training as specified in 42 C.F.R. Sections 484.36 (a)(1). Documented evidence that Home Health Aide has successfully completed a Competency Evaluation program as described in 42 C.F.R. Section 484.36(b). State Allowable Training/Certification AL, CO, DC, DE, FL, GA, IN, MI, PA, TX, VA, WI CNA, HHA, HA CA CHHA CT Homemaker-Home Health Aide IL HHA, NA KS Home Health Aide certificate MO Home Health Aide NJ Homemaker-Home Health Aide OH Home Health Aide SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Home Health Aide (HHA) has the ability to read, write, and carry out directions. Home Health Aide (HHA) has the ability to travel per job requirements. Home Health Aide (HHA) has a telephone available in home. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described for the Home Health Aide (HHA) are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of the Home Health Aide (HHA), the employee is regularly required to: Assist in lifting and transferring patients, as required. Lift objects in excess of 20 pounds Stand or walk in excess of one hour per day Talk and hear Specific vision abilities required by the Home Health Aide (HHA) include: Close vision Distance vision Ability to adjust focus The Home Health Aide (HHA) will be required to sit and stoop, kneel, and crouch. DIRECTION RECEIVED Home Health Aide (HHA) reports directly to the VITAS Nurse. Home Health Aide (HHA) receives clinical direction from the VITAS Nurse.
    $22-27 hourly Auto-Apply 38d ago
  • Medical Supplies Clerk

    Vitas Healthcare 4.1company rating

    Vitas Healthcare job in Milpitas, CA

    QUALIFICATIONS * Qualified candidates must have the following: * Minimum of two years office experience: * Excellent organizational and communication skills required * Ability to work with confidential matters * Moderate typing skills, and some computer applications EDUCATION * High School graduate or equivalent preferred. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES San Francisco Ordinance * Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records * EOE/AA M/F/D/V
    $39k-53k yearly est. 14d ago
  • Patient Care Administrator

    Vitas Healthcare 4.1company rating

    Vitas Healthcare job in Milpitas, CA

    WHO WE ARE We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation's leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our hospice organization kickstarts careers in caring, promotes from within, and provides a nationally recognized best-in-class employee experience. Supported by industry-leading experts and a growing network of programs in 15+ states, VITAS empowers team members to grow toward their goals while transforming patients' lives. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future. WHAT YOU'LL DO As a patient care administrator (PCA), you will join the senior leadership team for a VITAS service area, ensuring the clinical, financial, and operational aspects of hospice are running smoothly within your purview. You will support all the members of the interdisciplinary team, including nurses, social workers, chaplains, and more. You will coach team members, consult on clinical matters, and lead performance improvement initiatives to elevate the patient experience. WHERE YOU'LL WORK Our PCAs work at a local VITAS office every day, supporting team members as needed. WHAT'S EXPECTED FROM YOU Our PCAs blend leadership skills and clinical expertise to effectively manage their team, ensuring quality and continuity of care for patients. In addition to your RN license and at least four years of healthcare management experience, you'll have the traits that make the VITAS Difference: Commitment, Compassion, and a Can-do Attitude. You will keep patient welfare at the center of everything you do, giving your best each day in service of our core commitment: Extending comfort and dignity to all people at the end of their life's journey. QUALIFICATIONS Current Registered Nurse License to practice in the state where the VITAS Program is located. Two years of home health and hospice experience. Four years of healthcare management experience. Hands-on fiscal and budgetary experience. Experience managing a team of leaders. PCA Requirements and Qualifications by State: CA Regulation California Standard of Quality Patient Care: Section 5.3 Director of Patient Care Services PCA Requirements and Qualifications Director of Patient Care Services Required RN with BSN or another health related field and 3 years experience within last 5 in hospice, home health, primary care clinic, or health facility and One year in a supervisory or administrative position OR RN with 4 years experience in last 5 in a hospice, home health agency, primary care clinic or health facility and One year in a supervisory or administrative capacity. EDUCATION Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field from an accredited college or university or the international equivalent preferred. See table above for specific requirements per state.
    $61k-86k yearly est. Auto-Apply 28d ago
  • Admissions RN

    Vitas Healthcare 4.1company rating

    Vitas Healthcare job in San Bruno, CA

    Schedule: Sunday - Thursday, 10:00am - 6:30pm Salary Range: $57 -$65/ Hour Why Hospice? Why VITAS? Have you ever considered hospice as a clinical specialty-one that blends clinical expertise with deep human connection? Just like cardiology or pediatrics, hospice is a specialty rooted in skill, compassion, and purpose. At VITAS, we're redefining what's possible in end-of-life care-one patient, one family at a time. Rediscover the Heart of Nursing You became a nurse to make a meaningful difference-to care, to educate, and to advocate during life's most vulnerable moments. If the hospital's fast-paced environment has left you feeling burned out or disconnected from your purpose, VITAS offers a path back to what matters most. As a VITAS Hospice Admissions Nurse, you'll be the compassionate bridge between hospital or community care and the comfort of hospice. You'll guide patients and families through one of life's most important transitions with clarity, empathy, and confidence. This isn't just a job-it's a calling. What You'll Do Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments to determine hospice eligibility Educate patients and families about hospice services and Medicare benefits Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and interdisciplinary teams Provide emotional support and clinical guidance during the decision-making process Initiate and complete the admission process, including documentation and coordination What We're Looking For Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid state license Minimum 2 years of nursing experience (hospice, palliative, ER, ICU, home health or case management preferred) Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills Compassionate communicator with excellent interpersonal skills Active listener who builds trust and rapport Confident in guiding others through uncertainty, addressing concerns with empathy Reliable professional with strong follow-through and autonomy Patient-centered advocate committed to dignity and comfort Why You'll Stay Mission-Driven Work Feel deeply connected to the heart of nursing by helping patients and families understand why hospice is the right care at the right time. A Balanced Pace, A Powerful Impact Make a meaningful difference without the burnout of traditional bedside care. Your time and talent are respected here. Supportive Leadership & Collaborative Culture Work in an environment where your clinical voice is heard, your expertise is valued, and your impact is recognized. Opportunities for Growth VITAS supports your professional development with ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE EOE/AA M/F/D/V #LI-MS1#LI-Onsite
    $57-65 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Vitas Sales Representative

    Vitas Healthcare 4.1company rating

    Vitas Healthcare job in Lathrop, CA

    WHO WE ARE At VITAS Healthcare, we've been the nation's leading end-of-life care provider for more than 45 years. We're not just a hospice company-we're a mission-driven movement built on compassion, support, and growth When you join VITAS, you're stepping into a culture that invests in you: your development, your goals, and your impact. With programs in 15+ states and a nationally recognized employee experience, we promote from within, reward performance, and support ambitious professionals ready to make a difference. WHAT YOU'LL DO As a VITAS Representative, you'll be at the front line of change-educating physicians, healthcare leaders & professionals about the value of hospice care. You'll: Build trusted relationships with physician, healthcare leaders & professionals Confidently guide referral sources through understanding the prognostication, the value proposition of hospice & how to have effective conversations for families facing serious illness Champion the benefits of the Medicare hospice benefit Work alongside clinical partners to ensure patients receive the right care at the right time This is a role for someone who's ready to grow, eager to learn, and driven to serve. WHERE YOU'LL WORK You'll be based out of a local VITAS office and actively engaging across your territory. Whether it's a physician's office, hospital, or care facility-you'll go where the need is, always focused on making meaningful connections. WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR You're a strong communicator. You thrive on challenges. You're passionate about helping others and hungry to learn a meaningful, evolving business. If you're a motivated professional who wants to grow into a mission-aligned career, you'll find the tools, mentorship, and momentum here. At VITAS, we value: Adaptability in dynamic, people-driven environments A solution-oriented mindset that thrives on overcoming obstacles The heart and drive to connect, educate, and truly make a difference WHY THIS MATTERS Every day, you'll help ensure that patients and families receive comfort, dignity, and peace at life's most important moments. And in doing so, you'll grow your career, your confidence, and your sense of purpose. This is more than a sales role-it's a calling. Ready to answer? QUALIFICATIONS Minimum 2 years sales experience or in healthcare services preferred Participated in competitive team environment that involved individual accountably and teamwork Able to demonstrate examples on critical thinking and created solutions Past military service a plus Experience with volunteer organization a plus Hospice experience preferred but, not required Evidence of achieving sales goals within the market and/or demonstrates track record of consistently exceeding corporate goals Strong customer service, sense of urgency and problem solving skills Time Management and Organizational Skills Demonstrated knowledge and successful application of a need satisfaction selling process Ability to manage a territory, to conduct sales calls and to generate sales by building long term business partnerships Strong interpersonal skills within all levels of an organization EDUCATION Bachelor's degree preferred
    $46k-71k yearly est. Auto-Apply 35d ago
  • Social Worker (SW)

    Vitas Healthcare 4.1company rating

    Vitas Healthcare job in Walnut Creek, CA

    Salary Range: $36 - $39/ Hour WHO WE ARE We are VITAS Healthcare, the nation's leading end-of-life care provider since 1978. Our hospice organization kickstarts careers in caring, promotes from within, and provides a nationally recognized best-in-class employee experience. Supported by industry-leading experts and a growing network of programs in 15+ states, VITAS empowers team members to grow toward their goals while transforming patients' lives. Our priority is to care: For our patients, for each other, and for the future. WHAT YOU'LL DO As a hospice social worker, you will provide emotional and logistical support to patients and their loved ones during an important and vulnerable time. You will ensure VITAS patients reach the end of life with their affairs in order, honoring their wishes for finances, funeral arrangements, and more. Their loved ones will trust you to help them navigate the grieving process. Whether you're granting an end-of-life wish or simply listening to a patient's stories at their bedside, your actions-large and small-will make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families. WHERE YOU'LL WORK Each day is different for our social workers. You will spend most of your time caring for hospice patients wherever they call home, which may be a private residence or an assisted living/skilled nursing facility. About once a week, you'll come to the office to meet with the rest of your interdisciplinary team: the RNs, physicians, chaplains, and fellow nurses who work together to provide 360-degree support to the patients and families we serve. WHAT'S EXPECTED FROM YOU VITAS social workers honor the trust of our patients and center others in their work. In addition to having your social work license, reliable transportation, and at least one year of social work experience in a health care setting, you'll approach your work with the traits that make the VITAS Difference: Commitment, Compassion, and a Can-do Attitude. You will keep patient welfare at the center of everything you do, giving your best each day in service of our core commitment: Extending comfort and dignity to all people at the end of their life's journey. JOB REQUIREMENTS Ability to travel per job requirements. Thorough knowledge of community resources or the desire/ability to obtain this knowledge. Knowledge of key psychosocial issues prevalent with terminally ill patients and their family/caregivers, including the knowledge of effective psychosocial interventions to address those issues. Capacity to relate and work well with others as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Excellent listening and communication skills. Ability to be an effective patient and family advocate- both within the patient/family unit, within the core IDG, and within community agencies and the like. · Provide emotional and psychological support to patients and families. · Offer counseling and crisis intervention services. · Provide bereavement support and grief counseling. · Educate patients and families on the emotional and psychological response to the illness progression QUALIFICATIONS Masters of Social Work required from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, unless grandfathered in per the 2008 Medicare Hospice Condition of Participation At least one year social work experience in a health care setting. Experience as a social worker with the terminally ill and their families, preferred · Experience in providing counseling and support to patients and families. · Empathy and compassion in dealing with seriously ill patients and their families. Equivalent experience of licensure may be considered where allowable by State Regulations. (i.e. a BSW in FL or WI) License and/or Certification if required by State Minimum State Requirements for the following states: AL:Licensed Bachelors of Social Work (LBSW) CA: BSW cannot be used as the core SW. CT: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) DC: Licensed Graduate Social Worker (LGSW) DE: Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW) FL: BSW GA: Licensed Master Social Worker IL: Licensed Social Worker (LSW) MO: Baccalaureate Social Worker (BSW) NJ: Licensed Social Worker (LSW) OH: Licensed Social Worker (LSW) PA: Licensed Social Worker (LSW) TX: Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW) VA: Licensed Social Worker (LSW) WI: Social Worker Certificate SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES EOE/AA M/F/D/V #LI-MS1
    $36-39 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Home Health Aide (HHA)

    Vitas Healthcare 4.1company rating

    Vitas Healthcare job in Lathrop, CA

    The VITAS Home Health Aide (HHA) is a non-exempt employee, who is trained to provide personal care and services to hospice patients to augment care given by family members or other caregivers. Salary Range: $24 - $27/Hour ASSIGNED JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Performs only those personal care activities contained in a written assignment. Home Health Aide (HHA) assignments may include: Home Health Aide (HHA) helps the patient to maintain good personal hygiene. Home Health Aide (HHA) plans and prepare meals. Feeds or assist with feeding the patient when needed. Home Health Aide (HHA) assists the patient ambulation. Home Health Aide (HHA) assists with certain treatments as ordered by the physician, and taught and supervised by the nurse for a specific patient including: assist with the change of the colostomy bag; assist with the use of a walker or wheelchair; reinforcement of a dressing; assist with prescribed range of motion exercises; assist with prescribed ice cap or collar; measure intake and output of fluids; and assist with medications that are ordinarily self-administered. Home Health Aide (HHA) reads and records temperature, pulse and respiration. OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE HOME HEALTH AIDE (HHA) NOT INCLUDED IN A WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT MAY INCLUDE: Home Health Aide (HHA) assists in maintaining a safe and healthy environment. Home Health Aide (HHA) promotes the patient's mental alertness through involvement in activities of interest. Home Health Aide (HHA) provides simple emotional and psychological support to the patient, family, and other caregivers. Home Health Aide (HHA) reports any changes in the patient's mental or physical condition or home situation to the VITAS Nurse and members of the interdisciplinary team. Home Health Aide (HHA) teaches basic personal care to the primary caregiver. Home Health Aide (HHA) practices basic infection control measures. Home Health Aide (HHA) observes, reports, and documents patient status and the care and activities provided. Home Health Aide (HHA) completes at least 12 hours of in-service training per calendar year. Home Health Aide (HHA) handles other tasks as assigned. THE HOME HEALTH AIDE (HHA) MAY NOT: Be assigned by VITAS to any institutional setting. Change sterile dressings. Irrigate body cavities (such as an enema). Irrigate a colostomy or wound. Perform a gastric lavage or gavage. Catheterize a patient. Administer medications. Apply heat by any method. Care for a tracheotomy tube. Suction a patient. Provide any personal care that has not been assigned by the VITAS nurse or included in the plan of care. QUALIFICATIONS High School graduate or equivalent preferred. Meets personnel qualifications of a Home Health Aide as specified in 42 C.F.R. Section 484.4 and Section 484.36. Documented evidence of 75 hours of training as specified in 42 C.F.R. Sections 484.36 (a)(1). Documented evidence that Home Health Aide has successfully completed a Competency Evaluation program as described in 42 C.F.R. Section 484.36(b). State Allowable Training/Certification AL, CO, DC, DE, FL, GA, IN, MI, PA, TX, VA, WI CNA, HHA, HA CA CHHA CT Homemaker-Home Health Aide IL HHA, NA KS Home Health Aide certificate MO Home Health Aide NJ Homemaker-Home Health Aide OH Home Health Aide SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Home Health Aide (HHA) has the ability to read, write, and carry out directions. Home Health Aide (HHA) has the ability to travel per job requirements. Home Health Aide (HHA) has a telephone available in home. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described for the Home Health Aide (HHA) are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of the Home Health Aide (HHA), the employee is regularly required to: Assist in lifting and transferring patients, as required. Lift objects in excess of 20 pounds Stand or walk in excess of one hour per day Talk and hear Specific vision abilities required by the Home Health Aide (HHA) include: Close vision Distance vision Ability to adjust focus The Home Health Aide (HHA) will be required to sit and stoop, kneel, and crouch. DIRECTION RECEIVED Home Health Aide (HHA) reports directly to the VITAS Nurse. Home Health Aide (HHA) receives clinical direction from the VITAS Nurse.
    $24-27 hourly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
  • Physical Therapist - $15,000 Sign on Bonus!

    Amedisys Inc. 4.7company rating

    Hayward, CA job

    Float Physical Therapist for Hayward/Campbell $15K Sign on Bonus Physical Therapist, Home Healthcare Full-time, days Mileage reimbursement program Are you looking for a rewarding career in homecare? If so, we invite you to join our team at Amedisys, one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S. Attractive pay * $144,000 to $170,000 depends on home healthcare experience. What's in it for you * A full benefits package with choice of affordable PPO or HSA medical plans. * Paid time off. * Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services paid by Amedisys yearly, when enrolled in an Amedisys HSA medical plan. * Up to $500 in wellness rewards for completing activities during the year. Use these rewards to support your wellbeing with spa services, gym memberships, sports, hobbies, pets and more.* * Mental health support, including up to five free counseling sessions per year through the Amedisys Employee Assistance program. * 401(k) with a company match. * Family support with infertility treatment coverage*, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave. * Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) and mileage reimbursement. * And more. Please note: Benefit eligibility can vary by position depending on shift status. * To participate, you must be enrolled in an Amedisys medical plan. Why Amedisys? * Community-based care centers with a supportive and inclusive work environment. * Better work/life balance and increased flexibility compared to other settings. * Job stability and the opportunity to advance with a growing company. * The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families providing much needed care where they want to be - in their homes. Responsibilities * Responsible for helping patients maintain, restore and improve movement, activity and function. * Provides interventions, conducts reexaminations (every 30 days, at minimum), modifies interventions as necessary, and performs discharge planning. * Other duties as assigned. Qualifications * Current license to practice physical therapy specific to the state you're assigned to work in. * Graduate from an accredited physical therapy educational program as set by the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). * One year related physical therapy experience for PTs entering home health care to ensure that knowledge and skills are sufficient to safely provide physical therapy services to patients. * If less than one year of experience, approval from regional clinical leaders is required as well as appropriate mentoring and/or participating in a residency program. * Current CPR certification. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic. * Current license to practice physical therapy specific to the state you're assigned to work in. * Graduate from an accredited physical therapy educational program as set by the Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). * One year related physical therapy experience for PTs entering home health care to ensure that knowledge and skills are sufficient to safely provide physical therapy services to patients. * If less than one year of experience, approval from regional clinical leaders is required as well as appropriate mentoring and/or participating in a residency program. * Current CPR certification. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic. * Responsible for helping patients maintain, restore and improve movement, activity and function. * Provides interventions, conducts reexaminations (every 30 days, at minimum), modifies interventions as necessary, and performs discharge planning. * Other duties as assigned.
    $144k-170k yearly 60d+ ago

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