Hospice Care Coordinator
Career GuideKey Responsibilities
- Complete patient intake and eligibility documentation
- Coordinate care plans with the clinical team
- Schedule home visits and care services
- Communicate updates to patients and family caregivers
- Arrange medical equipment and supplies delivery
- Support medication coordination and pharmacy communication
- Connect families to grief support and community resources
- Track authorizations, orders, and required signatures
- Maintain accurate patient records in the health record system
- Help resolve service issues and respond to urgent coordination needs
- Support team meetings and care plan updates
- Educate families on available hospice services and what to expect
Top Skills for Success
Empathy
Clear Communication
Active Listening
Organization
Time Management
Conflict De-escalation
Care Coordination
Patient Advocacy
Documentation Accuracy
Health Record System Use
Hospice Regulations Awareness
Privacy Compliance
Career Progression
Can Lead To
Hospice Team Lead
Hospice Clinical Coordinator
Hospice Admissions Coordinator
Hospice Case Manager
Hospice Operations Supervisor
Transition Opportunities
Patient Care Navigator
Care Manager
Home Health Coordinator
Social Services Coordinator
Healthcare Program Coordinator
Common Skill Gaps
Often Missing Skills
Medicare Hospice Benefit KnowledgeSymptom Management BasicsCrisis Response WorkflowCare Plan DocumentationFamily Caregiver Support PracticesCommunity Resource Navigation
Development SuggestionsBuild hospice specific knowledge through employer training, state hospice associations, and shadowing experienced coordinators. Practice structured communication, improve documentation habits, and learn local resources for equipment, respite, and grief support.
Salary & Demand
Median Salary Range
Entry Level$40,000 to $52,000
Mid Level$52,000 to $65,000
Senior Level$65,000 to $80,000
Growth Trend
Steady demand driven by an aging population, increased use of home based care, and ongoing need for care coordination in hospice programs.Companies Hiring
Major Employers
VITAS HealthcareAmedisysCompassusGentiva HospiceAccentCareEnhabit Home Health and HospiceLHC Group
Industry Sectors
Hospice ProvidersHome Health AgenciesHospital Based Hospice ProgramsSenior Living OrganizationsNonprofit Healthcare Organizations
Recommended Next Steps
1
Review job postings to confirm required certifications and documentation tasks in your region2
Strengthen communication skills for difficult conversations through short courses or workshops3
Learn common hospice workflows such as intake, service scheduling, and care plan updates4
Practice health record system skills and accurate documentation using sample scenarios5
Build a local resource list for equipment providers, pharmacies, transportation, and grief support6
Ask to shadow a hospice nurse, social worker, or admissions specialist to understand the full care journey7
Prepare a resume that highlights coordination, scheduling, documentation, and family support experience