Hospice Account Liaison
Company: Guardian Hospice Care
Location: Willow Grove
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description A Hospice Clinical Liaison is
responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with
healthcare providers, hospitals, and other referral sources to
promote the services and benefits of hospice care. They act as a
liaison between the hospice organization and the healthcare
community, ensuring a smooth transition of patients from acute care
settings to hospice care. Qualifications: Demonstrates the Ability
in or application of organization/communication skills. Ability to
Multi task Ability to enlist the cooperation of many people in
furthering the program. The primary duties and responsibilities of
a Hospice Clinical Liaison may include : 1. Building and
maintaining relationships: Developing and nurturing relationships
with healthcare providers, hospitals, nursing homes, assisted
living facilities, and other referral sources to generate referrals
for hospice services. 2. Educating healthcare professionals:
Providing education and training to healthcare professionals about
the benefits and services of hospice care, including pain and
symptom management, emotional support, and end-of-life care. 3.
Assessing patient eligibility: Evaluating patients referred for
hospice care to determine their eligibility based on hospice
admission criteria, such as a terminal illness with a life
expectancy of six months or less. 4. Conducting patient
assessments: Collaborating with the hospice interdisciplinary team
to assess patients' physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs to
develop an individualized care plan. 5. Coordinating care:
Facilitating the coordination of care between the hospice
organization, healthcare providers, and other healthcare
professionals involved in the patient's care, ensuring a seamless
transition from acute care to hospice care. 6. Providing support
and guidance: Offering emotional support and guidance to patients
and their families, addressing their concerns and answering
questions about hospice care. 7. Documentation and reporting:
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date documentation of patient
interactions, referrals, and outcomes, and providing regular
reports to the hospice organization on referral trends and
outcomes. 8. Participating in marketing activities: Collaborating
with the marketing team to develop and implement marketing
strategies to promote hospice services, including attending
healthcare conferences, seminars, and community events. 9. Staying
updated on industry trends: Keeping abreast of the latest
developments and trends in hospice care, healthcare regulations,
and reimbursement policies to ensure compliance and provide
accurate information to healthcare professionals. 10. Collaborating
with the interdisciplinary team: Working closely with the hospice
interdisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, social
workers, chaplains, and volunteers, to ensure the delivery of
high-quality, patient-centered care. A Hospice Clinical Liaison
should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to
effectively build relationships with healthcare professionals and
provide support to patients and their families. They should also
have a strong understanding of hospice care, medical terminology,
and healthcare regulations.
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