Care Transition Specialist

North Alabama Medical Center; Florence (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Loan assistance

401(k) retirement with company match

Free gym membership

Job summary

North Alabama Medical Center in Florence, AL is seeking a Discharge Planner to coordinate patient transitions from hospital to home or another care setting. You will partner with case management, physicians, and care teams to develop individualized discharge plans and ensure timely follow-up.

The role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to work under pressure. Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience, with comprehensive benefits and growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or 3 years of experience in discharge planning or case management.
• Experience in healthcare setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Communicates effectively with patients and families to arrange follow-up care.
• Keeps track of Medicare forms and consent forms.
• Assists with discharge planning and identifies resources for the discharge plan.
• Participates in case reviews to evaluate progress and compliance with treatment plans.
• Interviews and assesses patients or family, caregivers, or legal representatives.
• Determines and arranges needed internal and external services/interventions.

Skills

Discharge planning

Case management

Communication skills

Patient/family communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

North Alabama Medical Center in Florence, AL is seeking a Discharge Planner to coordinate patient transitions from hospital to home or another care setting. You will partner with case management, physicians, and care teams to develop individualized discharge plans and ensure timely follow-up.

The role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to work under pressure. Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience, with comprehensive benefits and growth