CARE MANAGER

Santiam Hospital & Clinics•Stayton, OR

2d•$31 - $66•Onsite

About The Position

Drive meaningful change in patient care as a Care Manager at Santiam Hospital & Clinics! Santiam Hospital & Clinics is a growing and progressive 40-bed acute-care hospital, specializing in a wide range of treatments, serving more than 50,000 patients annually across Oregon’s Willamette Valley. We currently have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Care Manager to join our talented care management team. As a Care Manager, you are responsible for coordinating and managing the delivery of safe, effective, and timely care across the continuum for hospitalized patients. This role integrates clinical expertise, knowledge of insurance and regulatory requirements, and strong communication skills to support optimal discharge planning and transitions of care. If you're passionate about making a difference and thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven setting, apply today with Santiam Hospital & Clinics.

Requirements

At least one year of experience in care management with knowledge of principles that relate to the position
Possession of at least one of the following credentials:
A bachelor’s or master’s degree in mental health, social work, or a concentration relevant to the position (preferred)
Training and experience as a Registered Nurse or a Licensed Practical Nurse
Experience in care management, discharge planning, social services, or utilization management
Possession of applicable certification and Oregon licensure
Aptitude in verbal and written communication, including ability to communicate with persons in all age groups
Possession of United States proof of citizenship or right to work in the United States
Possession of a driver license or analogous identification
Willingness to participate in Hospital orientation and educational in-service

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive assessments of patient needs related to discharge planning, post-acute care services, and resource utilization.
Collaborate with physicians, nursing, therapy, and ancillary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans that support appropriate level of care and timely transition or discharge.
Understand the relationship between patient status, level of care, and discharge needs. Work collaboratively with Utilization Review to promote accurate status assignment and efficient patient flow
Identify barriers to discharge and proactively coordinate services such as home health, rehabilitation, durable medical equipment (DME), transportation, and community resources.
Serve as a liaison between the hospital, patients, families, insurance companies, and external agencies to facilitate smooth transitions of care.
Demonstrate working knowledge of payer requirements, benefits coverage, and federal and state regulations, including CMS Conditions of Participation related to discharge planning and utilization review.
Participate in daily interdisciplinary rounds to identify discharge needs early and promote efficient hospital throughput.
Educate patients and families on post-acute options, levels of care, and financial or insurance-related considerations.
Maintain accurate, timely documentation of case management activities, clinical reviews, and discharge planning interventions in the electronic medical record (EMR).
Support hospital compliance and performance initiatives related to length of stay, readmissions, and quality outcomes.
Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community partners, payers, and post-acute providers to optimize patient transitions.