Discharge Planner - Utilization Management
Paradise Valley Hospital•National City, CA
•$23 - $27•Onsite
About The Position
The Discharge Planner coordinates activities of the Case Management Department under the direction of an assigned Case Manager or Social Worker. The role assists with developing and implementing discharge plans, case management referrals, and authorizations. It also maintains and coordinates Medicaid state submission forms for presentation to an on-site reviewer and files them according to facility procedures. As assigned, the Discharge Planner interviews patients and families and gathers information to develop safe, patient-focused discharge plans.
Requirements
- Knowledge of Discharge Planning, Utilization Management, and Case Management terminology and functions in managed care and non-managed care environments.
- Basic to intermediate computer skills and knowledge.
- High school diploma.
Nice To Haves
- Current BCLS certificate required upon hire and preferred to be maintained.
- Associate degree or LVN license.
- Experience in a hospital setting.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate activities of the Case Management Department under the direction of an assigned Case Manager or Social Worker.
- Assist with developing and implementing discharge plans.
- Assist with case management referrals and authorizations.
- Maintain and coordinate Medicaid state submission forms for presentation to an on-site reviewer and file them according to facility procedures.
- Interview patients and families and gather information to develop safe, patient-focused discharge plans, as assigned.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- 401K retirement plan
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Tuition reimbursement
- Voluntary benefit options
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
