Clinical Liaison – Hospice
Location: La Jolla, CA and surrounding North SD County areas
Position Summary
Salus Hospice is seeking a dynamic and clinically knowledgeable Clinical Liaison to serve as the primary connection between hospitals, physicians, and our hospice care services.
This role is critical in ensuring seamless patient transitions from acute care settings to home-based services, while maintaining strong relationships with referral sources and delivering exceptional patient-centered care.
About Salus Hospice
Salus Hospice is a Joint Commission-accredited provider offering comprehensive home health, palliative, and hospice services. The organization is recognized for:
- A patient-first, holistic care model
- Low caseloads that allow for meaningful patient interaction
- A collaborative interdisciplinary care team approach
- A strong commitment to quality outcomes and reduced hospital readmissions
Key ResponsibilitiesPatient Transition Management
- Coordinate and facilitate smooth transitions from hospital or facility to home care
- Reduce re-hospitalizations through proactive discharge planning
- Ensure continuity and accuracy of patient care plans
Clinical Coordination
- Assess patient eligibility for home health, palliative, or hospice services
- Collaborate with physicians and care teams to determine appropriate levels of care
- Support development and execution of individualized care plans
Strategic Outreach & Relationship Building
- Develop and maintain strong referral relationships with hospitals, physicians, and healthcare providers throughout San Diego
- Serve as a trusted clinical resource for partners and families
- Represent Salus in the community to promote service awareness
Regulatory & Compliance Expertise
- Maintain knowledge of Medicare, insurance guidelines, and hospice eligibility criteria
- Ensure all admissions and referrals meet regulatory standards
Qualifications
Required:
- Active LVN or RN license in the state of California
- Minimum 1–2 years of experience in hospice, palliative care, home health, or healthcare marketing/liaison role
- Strong understanding of Medicare and insurance guidelines
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, field-based environment
Preferred:
- Prior experience as a Clinical Liaison or in business development within healthcare
- Knowledge of San Diego healthcare systems and referral networks
- Experience in interdisciplinary care coordination
Work Environment & Schedule
- Field-based role covering San Diego County
- Full-time with flexible scheduling based on referral and facility needs
Why Join Salus Hospice?
- Be part of a mission-driven organization focused on compassionate, end-of-life care
- Work within a collaborative interdisciplinary team
- Make a direct impact by improving patient transitions and outcomes
- Build meaningful relationships across the healthcare continuum
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply today!
Pay: $100,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
