Case Management Assistant

Loma Linda University Health; Loma Linda (CA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Loma Linda University Health in California is hiring a Case Management Assistant (CMA) who collaborates with Case Managers and Social Workers to support the continuum of care and discharge planning. The CMA communicates clinical information, referrals, and coordinates insurance reviews.

The role supports the PBO for payer sources, completes TARs for medical authorization, assists on-site reviewers, and helps with reimbursement, contracts, and denials and appeals.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree preferred; minimum three years in medical group, managed care, or hospital admission.
• Knowledge of Medi-Cal, CCS, CMS and managed care; read, write, and communicate professionally.
• Medical Assistant Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Case Managers and Social Workers with discharge planning and coordination of care.
• Communicate clinical information, referrals, and insurance coordination.
• Support payer sources identification, TAR submissions, and denials/appeals processes.

Skills

Case management support

Professional communication

English proficiency

Multitasking under pressure

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

Schedule: Monday-Friday (8am-5pm)

This role is hybrid and requires 2-days in office per week.

May work weekends and holidays based on operational needs.

Job Description
Schedule: Monday-Friday (8am-5pm)
This role is hybrid and requires 2-days in office per week.
May work weekends and holidays based on operational needs.
Job Summary: The Case Management Assistant (CMA) collaborates with Case Managers and Social Workers in assisting with the continuum of care and discharge planning. Communicates clinical information, referrals and coordination of insurance review. Collaborates with the PBO (Patient Business Office) for identification of payer sources, eligibility, or indigent programs; completes TAR's (Treatment Authorization Requests) for submission to the county field offices for medical authorization, supports medical on-site reviewer functions, assists with reimbursement, authorization contracts, and supports the denials and appeals process. Functions under the direction of a Case Manager with minimal supervision, takes responsibility for professional growth, and assists in the coordination of patient placements, ordering of durable medical equipment and coordinating care transitions. Performs other duties as needed.
Education and Experience: Associate's Degree in related field preferred. Minimum three years experience with a medical group, managed care organization, utilization management, hospital admitting, or medical nursing unit required. Hospital and/or insurance experience preferred.
Knowledge and Skills: Acquires and maintains working knowledge of Medi-Cal, CCS, CMS and commercial regulations and managed care; Knowledge of state managed health plans and contracting. Able to read; write legibly; speak in English with professional quality; use computer and software programs necessary to the position; Operate/troubleshoot basic office equipment required for the position. Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; able to demonstrate positive customer service skills; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate; accept direction. Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; work independently with minimal supervision; perform basic math functions; manage multiple assignments effectively; work well under pressure; problem solve; organize and prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail; maintain confidential records and correspondence. Able to distinguish colors as necessary; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the work place; see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to position.
Licensures and Certifications: Medical Assistant Certification preferred.
About Us
Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness.
About The Team
Loma Linda University Health is a Seventh-day Adventist, faith and values based Christian institution. Candidates must understand and embrace the mission, purpose, and identity of Loma Linda and its affiliated entities.
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