Discharge Planner

Saint Francis Hospital • Evanston, IL

12d • $16 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for the coordination of the various activities of the Case Management Department including utilization management, social services and performance improvement. Assists with development of discharge plans. Assists with case management referrals and authorizations. Mains and coordinates Medi-Cal (TARS) for presentation to on-site reviewer and files them accordingly or as per facility’s procedure. Assists with Discharge Planning as assigned by interviewing patients/families and gathering data to develop a safe Discharge Plan.

Requirements

• Knowledge of Discharge Planning/ Utilization Management / Case Management terminology and functions, in both managed care and non-managed care environments.
• Experience in basic to intermediate computer skills/knowledge
• Current BCLS (AHA) certificate required upon hire and maintain current.
• RN license upon hire preferred
• LVN license upon hire preferred with 5 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordination of the various activities of the Case Management Department including utilization management, social services and performance improvement.
• Assists with development of discharge plans.
• Assists with case management referrals and authorizations.
• Maintains and coordinates Medi-Cal (TARS) for presentation to on-site reviewer and files them accordingly or as per facility’s procedure.
• Assists with Discharge Planning as assigned by interviewing patients/families and gathering data to develop a safe Discharge Plan.

Benefits

• paid time off
• a 401K retirement plan
• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• tuition reimbursement
• voluntary benefit options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees