Discharge Planning Specialist (Full Time) - 8033

Marshall Health Network • Huntington, WV

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About The Position

St. Mary's Medical Center is seeking a full time 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED