Post Acute Resource Coordinator (Specialist)

St. Tammany Parish Hospital • Covington, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 WORK SHIFT: Day shift, primarily Monday-Friday with about 4 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule JOB SUMMARY: Coordinates the post-acute plan discharge arrangements including post-acute care and Durable Medical Equipment (DME) set up. Provides logistical support to ensure a safe and timely discharge for patients to include but is not limited to patient discharge disposition and arrangements, post-acute discharge planning, and coordination of discharge activities. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Social Work and one year healthcare experience in an acute care setting preferred. Required: LA LPN license, LA Social Work license, or Medical Assistant Certification Ability to read, understand, and follow through on written instructions. Knowledge of multiple software programs, including Microsoft Work, Excel, and Internet. Familiar with office machines and equipment, such as copier and fax machine. Able to read medical terminology and assemble results from medical record. Ability to demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills and possess emotional and professional maturity. Highly organized and efficient in establishing priorities and performing tasks within specific timeframes. Self-motivated requiring minimal supervision. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 10 pounds is required. Physical Effort required: Constant (67%-100%) - talking, hearing, seeing Frequently (34%-66%) - NONE Occasionally (1%-33%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, handling/feeling EMPLOYMENT Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. St. Tammany Health System is a full-service acute care facility that delivers today’s life-improving procedures with the latest technology, highest quality and the utmost care to area residents. From wellness and prevention to diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and recovery, the St. Tammany Health System delivers the very latest technology, the most accomplished specialists and highly personalized, caring staff to ensure patients and their families receive world-class healthcare close to home. St. Tammany Health System is an independent service district in a clinically integrated partnership with Ochsner Health System. Together, the two organizations focus on aligning their healthcare offerings to best serve patients and families in west St. Tammany Parish and surrounding areas.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Social Work and one year healthcare experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• Required: LA LPN license, LA Social Work license, or Medical Assistant Certification
• Ability to read, understand, and follow through on written instructions.
• Knowledge of multiple software programs, including Microsoft Work, Excel, and Internet.
• Familiar with office machines and equipment, such as copier and fax machine.
• Able to read medical terminology and assemble results from medical record.
• Ability to demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills and possess emotional and professional maturity.
• Highly organized and efficient in establishing priorities and performing tasks within specific timeframes.
• Self-motivated requiring minimal supervision.
• Must possess good physical health.
• Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.
• Lifting at least 10 pounds is required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Social Work and one year healthcare experience in an acute care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates the post-acute plan discharge arrangements including post-acute care and Durable Medical Equipment (DME) set up.
• Provides logistical support to ensure a safe and timely discharge for patients to include but is not limited to patient discharge disposition and arrangements, post-acute discharge planning, and coordination of discharge activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees