Discharge Planner-UR/Case Mgmt, Full Time, Day Shift
About The Position
The Discharge Planner serves as a clinical liaison between healthcare providers to support continuity of care for patients transitioning from an acute care facility to home care, hospice, long-term care, a skilled nursing facility, or an LTACH. The planner implements the post-acute plan of care determined by the physician, under the direction of the case management RN. The role requires attention to detail, the ability to organize varied work and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, and strong written and verbal communication, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills. The Discharge Planner builds effective working relationships with physicians, nursing staff, coding staff, and hospital management; works independently in a time-oriented environment; uses computers and basic office equipment; and exercises discretion and professional judgment. Other duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- BLS certification is required.
- Strong written and verbal communication, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently in a time-oriented environment.
- Computer literacy and familiarity with basic office equipment.
- Ability to exercise discretion and professional judgment.
Nice To Haves
- A minimum of one year of utilization review (UR) experience in an acute care setting is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate with healthcare providers to support continuity of care for patients transitioning from an acute care facility to post-acute settings.
- Implement the physician-determined post-acute plan of care under the direction of the case management RN.
- Organize varied work and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
- Build effective working relationships with physicians, nursing staff, coding staff, and hospital management.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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