Care Continuity & Discharge Planner

College Medical Center; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

College Medical Center Long Beach is seeking a Discharge Planner to coordinate care across the continuum, facilitating referrals, follow-up appointments, and admissions to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The role requires collaboration with clinicians, patients, families, and community resources.

The position emphasizes accuracy in documentation, active participation in treatment team meetings, and clerical support to Case Managers and Social Workers to maintain seamless care transitions.

Qualifications

• B.S. Sociology / Psychology or related field is required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a behavioral health environment.
• BLS for healthcare providers upon hire; CPI certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate referrals, follow-up appointments, and admissions to other facilities.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure smooth communication with community resources.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and provide clerical support to Case Managers and Social Workers.

Skills

Discharge planning

Care coordination

Documentation

Communication

Education

B.S. Sociology / Psychology or related field

Job description

College Medical Center Long Beach is seeking a Discharge Planner to coordinate care across the continuum, facilitating referrals, follow-up appointments, and admissions to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The role requires collaboration with clinicians, patients, families, and community resources.

The position emphasizes accuracy in documentation, active participation in treatment team meetings, and clerical support to Case Managers and Social Workers to maintain seamless care transitions.