DISCHARGE PLANNER
About The Position
Valley Hospital is seeking a dynamic and talented Discharge Planner to join their team. This is a PRN position. The Discharge Planner works with the Utilization Review department on certification and recertification of insurance benefits throughout the patient’s stay, and assists the treatment team in understanding the barriers to discharge planning. The Discharge Planner is responsible for having a thorough understanding of the patient’s treatment through communication with the treatment team. The Discharge Planner advocates for the patient’s access to services during treatment team meetings and through individual physician contact. The Discharge Planner will carry a caseload, will meet with patients daily, be responsible for completing referrals, family sessions, staffing’s, and coordinating with outpatient providers. Valley Hospital is a private 122-bed psychiatric hospital specializing in mental health care and chemical dependency counseling services, centrally located with easy access to many areas of greater Phoenix.
Requirements
- Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in social work, mental health, nursing, or related degree.
- Two (2) years of behavioral health experience required.
- A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a healthcare setting or managed care company.
- Experience in patient assessment, treatment planning, utilization management, and/or case management.
- L.M.S.W., LAC, LCSW, LPC, LISAC or other healthcare related licensure required.
Responsibilities
- Works with the Utilization Review department on certification and recertification of insurance benefits throughout the patient’s stay.
- Assists the treatment team in understanding the barriers to discharge planning.
- Has a thorough understanding of the patient’s treatment through communication with the treatment team.
- Advocates for the patient’s access to services during treatment team meetings and through individual physician contact.
- Carries a caseload.
- Meets with patients daily.
- Completes referrals.
- Conducts family sessions.
- Participates in staffing’s.
- Coordinates with outpatient providers.
Benefits
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
- Competitive Compensation
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
- 401k plan with company match
- Generous Paid Time Off
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Career Level
Mid Level
