Hospice Patient Advocate (Marketing/Community Relations)

Patient Advocate –Ovation Hospice

We are seeking an outstanding Patient Advocate, Sales member to join our team at Ovation Hospice of Salt Lake Come join a team of dedicated, smart, and caring professionals as they work together to care for our seniors and provide them with the stellar lifestyle they deserve.

What we offer

• $70,000 - $95,000 base salary DOE
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) retirement plan.
• A growing company with opportunities for advancement
• Company sponsored training, tuition reimbursement, and other learning opportunities

Job Description

As a Patient Advocate at Ovation, you will serve as the voice of hospice patients, ensuring their rights and dignity are respected as they navigate the end-of-life journey. You will offer invaluable assistance in understanding complex medical information, making informed decisions, and accessing the necessary support services.

Responsibilities

• Analyze the potential of the company's service area to determine target markets. 
• Visit Doctor' offices, hospital, Assisted Living facilities, Skilled Nursing Facilities and other possible sources of referrals to present organization credentials and obtain patient referrals. 
• Analyze the company's organization to determine its strengths and weaknesses. 
• Analyze past and current marketing date
• Develop sales/marketing objectives and sales projections. 
• Develop a marketing plan, identifying priorities and sets a reasonable timetable. 
• Implement marketing plan 
• Assist office staff as needed with going to Physician's office to obtain signatures, drop off IDG updates etc. 
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with all regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary hospice team to deliver holistic, patient-centered care

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in healthcare, social work, counseling or related field
• Minimum 2 years of experience in patient advocacy, hospice or palliative care preferred
• Strong understanding of end-of-life care, patient rights and advance directives
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Compassionate nature with outstanding interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving skills and ability to mediate conflicts
• Proficiency with electronic medical records

Who we are

Ovation Hospice is a Regional Hospice provider in the Western United States. Founded in 2021 we have experienced consistent growth adding new regions to our family each year. We continue to grow and are looking for top talent to join our team and continue this journey with us.