Optum
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As the Home Health Patient Care Manager, you are responsible for the overall supervision and coordination of clinical services. You will coordinate and supervise an interdisciplinary team of staff to assure the continuity of high‑quality care to home health patients assigned to the team’s area in accordance with physician prescribed plans of care and all applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
Primary Responsibilities
Provide clinical services within the scope of practice, as defined by state law, in accordance with the plan of care and in coordination with other members of the health care team
Receive referrals, ensure appropriate clinician assignments, evaluate patient orders, and plot start‑of‑care visits
Coordinate determination of patient home health benefits, medical necessity, and ongoing insurance approvals
Ensure patient needs are continually assessed and care rendered is individualized to patient needs, appropriate and reasonable, meets home health eligibility criteria, and complies with physician orders
Review assessments and plans of care daily, per assigned workflow, and consult clinicians with recommendations, as appropriate
You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role, as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications
Current unrestricted RN licensure in state of practice
Current CPR certification requirements
Current driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation
Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client
Preferred Qualifications
Home care experience
Able to work independently
Good communication, writing, and organizational skills
Pay is based on several factors including, but not limited to, local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far‑reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $58,800 to $105,000 annually based on full‑time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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As the Home Health Patient Care Manager, you are responsible for the overall supervision and coordination of clinical services. You will coordinate and supervise an interdisciplinary team of staff to assure the continuity of high‑quality care to home health patients assigned to the team’s area in accordance with physician prescribed plans of care and all applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
Primary Responsibilities
Provide clinical services within the scope of practice, as defined by state law, in accordance with the plan of care and in coordination with other members of the health care team
Receive referrals, ensure appropriate clinician assignments, evaluate patient orders, and plot start‑of‑care visits
Coordinate determination of patient home health benefits, medical necessity, and ongoing insurance approvals
Ensure patient needs are continually assessed and care rendered is individualized to patient needs, appropriate and reasonable, meets home health eligibility criteria, and complies with physician orders
Review assessments and plans of care daily, per assigned workflow, and consult clinicians with recommendations, as appropriate
You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role, as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications
Current unrestricted RN licensure in state of practice
Current CPR certification requirements
Current driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation
Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client
Preferred Qualifications
Home care experience
Able to work independently
Good communication, writing, and organizational skills
Pay is based on several factors including, but not limited to, local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401(k) contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far‑reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $58,800 to $105,000 annually based on full‑time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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