DISCHARGE PLANNING ASSISTANT, Full Time Days
UHS•Reno, NV
•Onsite
About The Position
This Discharge Planning Assistant opportunity is full time at 40 hours per week, offers full benefits and a convenient flexible schedule. This position will support the hospital team discharge planning functions for patients who are in an inpatient setting. Facilitates the continuum of care and through-put process of transitioning patients, to the appropriate level of care while ensuring the most cost effective and safe environment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous insurance knowledge or clinic work experience “front or back” office.
Responsibilities
- Assists the case managers and social workers with the communication and collaboration of the discharge care plan – which may include the patient interview, gathering pertinent clinical information, initiating referrals, i.e. home health, DME, arrange transportation.
- Data entry of patient interview and planning documentation, level of care, claims data and other case related information
- Provides clerical support to department as needed
- Arranges with Nursing Staff appropriate times to transfer patients by Ambulance/Medair./MedExpress or through Logisticare for Medicaid patients.
Benefits
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Tuition Reimbursement/Repayment Program
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
