Discharge Planner - Case Management

Tenet Healthcare Corporation • San Antonio, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The individual in this position works under the direction of the RN and/or Social Worker to complete referrals for post-acute services for patients, and assists with tasks that do not require a clinical license or degree. The individual’s responsibilities include the following activities: a) arrange post-discharge services; b) create and follow up on electronic referrals using the Tenet Case Management system; c) review patient choice letters with patients/families for required signatures; d) provide follow up Important Message to Medicare patients prior to discharge; e) communicate with patients, families and other members of the care team; f) complete tasks assigned by Case Manager and Social Work staff; g) make copies, send faxes and complete phone calls; h) complete process reviews or audits as requested; and i) other duties as assigned. Doctors Medical Center of Modesto Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

Requirements

• Works under the direction of the RN and/or Social Worker
• Completes referrals for post-acute services for patients
• Assists with tasks that do not require a clinical license or degree

Responsibilities

• Arrange post-discharge services
• Create and follow up on electronic referrals using the Tenet Case Management system
• Review patient choice letters with patients/families for required signatures
• Provide follow up Important Message to Medicare patients prior to discharge
• Communicate with patients, families and other members of the care team
• Complete tasks assigned by Case Manager and Social Work staff
• Make copies, send faxes and complete phone calls
• Complete process reviews or audits as requested
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed