Discharge Planning Specialist (Casual) - 8033

Marshall Health Network • Huntington, WV

7d • Onsite

About The Position

St. Mary's Medical Center is seeking a casual Discharge Planning Specialist. The Discharge Planning Specialist (DPS) will assist the Care Facilitator and or Social Worker with the discharge planning responsibilities, to promote timely and safe discharge services. Under the supervision of the Care Facilitator and or Social Worker, the Discharge Planning Specialist facilitates and coordinates discharge services such as home health, DME, Rehab placement, and other community resources or agencies.

Requirements

• High School Diploma is required.
• BLS required.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology.
• Excellent communication skills-verbal and written.
• Ability to work with patients, families, physicians, and other hospital departments.

Nice To Haves

• Junior College/Technical School preferred.
• Education and training in hospital healthcare transitional care, and discharge planning beyond the hospital setting, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Care Facilitator and or Social Worker with discharge planning responsibilities to promote timely and safe discharge services.
• Facilitate and coordinate discharge services such as home health, DME, Rehab placement, and other community resources or agencies under the supervision of the Care Facilitator and or Social Worker.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED