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Guidance Care HMO

Managed Care Liaison

Lakewood, NJ · On-site

Guidance Care HMO is looking to hire Full Time employees in our Liaison Department. Our Liaison Department assists nursing homes with various billing inquiries and other issues related to Managed ...

Guidance Care HMO

Managed Care Liaison

Lakewood, NJ · On-site

Guidance Care HMO is looking to hire Full Time employees in our Liaison Department. Our Liaison Department assists nursing homes with various billing inquiries and other issues related to Managed ...

MetroPlusHealth

Foster Care Liaison

Manhattan, NY · Hybrid

$85K - $99K/yr

The Foster Care Liaison (FCL) is responsible for high touch coordination between MetroPlusHealth, OCFS, LDSS/VFCA. The FCL is a key position in the Children's Special Services Unit. The FCL ensures ...

MetroPlusHealth

Foster Care Liaison

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$85K - $99K/yr

The Foster Care Liaison (FCL) is responsible for high touch coordination between MetroPlusHealth, OCFS, LDSS/VFCA. The FCL is a key position in the Children's Special Services Unit. The FCL ensures ...

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How much do transitional care liaison jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for transitional care liaison in the United States is $53,574.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,500.00 and $67,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Transitional Care Liaisons?

Transitional Care Liaisons are healthcare professionals who help patients transition smoothly from one level of care to another, such as from a hospital to home or a rehabilitation facility. They coordinate communication among patients, families, and healthcare teams to ensure continuity of care, minimize readmissions, and address any concerns during the transition process. Their responsibilities often include patient education, care planning, and connecting patients with community resources to support recovery and ongoing health needs.

What is the difference between Transitional Care Liaison vs Patient Care Coordinator?

AspectTransitional Care LiaisonPatient Care Coordinator
CredentialsHealthcare experience, certifications like CCTC or RN often preferredHealthcare background, nursing or administrative certifications common
Work EnvironmentHospitals, rehab centers, post-acute care settingsClinics, hospitals, outpatient facilities
Employer & IndustryHealthcare providers, insurance companies, post-acute careHospitals, clinics, healthcare organizations
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles in care transitions, patient advocacyCoordinating patient care plans, communication with providers

Both roles focus on patient care coordination but differ in scope. The Transitional Care Liaison primarily manages care transitions between settings, ensuring smooth patient transfers. The Patient Care Coordinator handles ongoing patient care plans and communication within healthcare teams. While overlapping in healthcare settings, their specific responsibilities and focus areas distinguish them.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Transitional Care Liaison, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Transitional Care Liaison, you need a background in nursing, social work, or case management, with related licensure or certification and experience in care coordination. Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMRs), discharge planning systems, and care management platforms is often required. Strong interpersonal communication, problem-solving abilities, and organizational skills help build relationships across healthcare teams and with patients. These skills are essential to ensure smooth transitions of care, reduce readmissions, and improve patient outcomes.

How does a Transitional Care Liaison typically collaborate with hospital staff and community providers to ensure smooth patient transitions?

Transitional Care Liaisons work closely with hospital discharge planners, nursing staff, and community healthcare providers to coordinate care plans and ensure patients experience seamless transitions from hospital to home or other care settings. They often attend interdisciplinary team meetings, communicate patient needs and preferences, and facilitate the transfer of medical records and care instructions. This collaboration helps minimize readmission risks and supports patients in following their post-discharge care plans effectively.
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Home Health Care Transition Liaison

Home Health Care Transition Liaison

UnitedHealth Group

Meyersdale, PA • On-site

$53K - $79K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 15 days ago

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7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

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Job description

Explore opportunities with Conemaugh Home Health, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
As a Care Transition Liaison, you will act as a resource for patients referred to home health or hospice, facilitating their transition between the referring physician or hospital and the LHC agency. You will educate patients and families on home health and hospice practices, ensuring the agency can meet their needs and support the Care Transition Coordinator or Account Executive within the facility. RN or LPN Required
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Facilitate referral of new/existing patients to home health agency following Right of Choice
  • Following choice, collaborates with Physician and/ or Case Manager in identifying the referred patient's needs and obtains approval for admission from agency
  • Obtains appropriate medical record information needed and sends to appropriate agency
  • Coordinates start of care between hospital/ Physician and agency
  • Under the direction of the branch, collaborates with appropriate CM and/ or Physician for completion of order sets needed to facilitate admission
  • If license allows, reduce to writing any verbal orders received from physician and follow up to have orders signed by physician
  • For physician office referrals, assists with processing requests to the physician for medication refills for patients admitted to Agency, when applicable, based on licensure of employee
  • Communicates to Executive Director any complaints/concerns from the Physician office/ Host Hospital. The Executive Director will follow up to ensure issues are handled appropriately
  • Serves as a resource to the CM, Physician office, and patient as it relates to services that Home Health can provide
  • Documenting activities and productivity within available systems including but not limited to Marketscape CRM

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 Qualification:
  • Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation

Preferred Qualifications:
  • LPN / LVN or licensed medical professional
  • Experience in hospital, physician's office, home health, or hospice

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 401k 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 $53,064 to $79,596 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
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At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
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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