Discharge Planner

Tenet Healthcare Corporation • Tucson, AZ

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About The Position

The individual in this position works under the direction of the RN Case Manager
and/or Social Worker (SW) to complete referrals for post acute services for
patients and assist with tasks that do not require a clinical license or degree.

Carondelet St. Marys Hospital 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.

At Carondelet St. Marys Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our
dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we
provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance.

St. Marys Hospital, established in 1880, is Southern Arizonas longest
continually operating hospital and one of the top medical centers in Tucson and
the region. Home to the Carondelet Heart & Vascular Institute, St. Marys is
recognized as a destination hospital for minimally invasive heart and vascular
surgery, as well as advanced stroke care, emergency care, wound care and
bariatric surgery. St. Marys strives to offer personalized, compassionate care
to every patient. Join our team!

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: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees