Discharge Planning Referral Specialist

Rome Health • Rome, NY

23h

About The Position

Rome Health is seeking a Discharge Planning Referral Specialist. This position will support the entire Continuum of Care team, including the directors, Case Managers, Social Workers, and other members of the health care team in meeting discharge planning and continuity of care needs for patients and their caregivers. This position will support completing the concurrent insurance reviews on the Rome Behavioral Health (RBHU) unit and the management of referrals to the skilled nursing facilities and home care agencies via the Care Portal. Duties will also include: Playing a pivotal role in managing patient referrals. Ensuring effective communication with referral sources and supporting care managers throughout the intake process.

Requirements

• Associate degree or higher in a health-related field
• Basic knowledge of Case Management and Social Worker principles and practices.
• Knowledge of office terminology, procedures and equipment.
• Entry level of knowledge of medical terminology, business arithmetic, and English.
• Excellent written/oral communication, interpersonal, motivational and strong organizational skills, including time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize and follow oral and written instructions.
• PC and appropriate software knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Support the entire Continuum of Care team in meeting discharge planning and continuity of care needs for patients and their caregivers.
• Complete concurrent insurance reviews on the Rome Behavioral Health (RBHU) unit.
• Manage referrals to skilled nursing facilities and home care agencies via the Care Portal.
• Play a pivotal role in managing patient referrals.
• Ensure effective communication with referral sources.
• Support care managers throughout the intake process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree