Case Management Assistant - AS Utilization Management - Full Time - 8 Hour - Days

jmh; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

JMH in Walnut Creek, CA is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support Case Management and Social Services in coordinating timely hospital discharges and transfers. You will perform clerical tasks under the supervision of the Case Management Manager and engage with EHR systems to document care processes.

The role requires 2 years in healthcare, knowledge of medical terminology, and BLS certification within 90 days. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and EHR navigation is expected.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of healthcare experience (acute inpatient or ambulatory).
• BLS Basic Life Support certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Experience with electronic health records and related software.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical support to Case Management and Social Services to assist with discharge/transfer.
• Work under supervision of the Manager of Case Management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and able to document in EHR systems.

Skills

Medical terminology

Microsoft Office

EHR navigation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse Program preferred

Tools

EPIC

Allscripts

Job description

Job Description:

This position will work directly with the Case Management and Social Services team to provide support services to assist with the timely discharge/transfer of patients from the hospital by providing clerical support. This position will be under the supervision of the Manager of Case Management.

Education:

• High School Graduate or Equivalent Preferred
• Bachelor's Degree Preferred
• Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse Program Preferred

Experience:

• 2 years Experience in Healthcare - Acute Inpatient or Healthcare - Ambulatory Required

Certifications / Licensures:

• BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association Required within 90 days of hire and maintained while employed as a CMA

Skills:

• Knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point).
• Ability to learn and navigate Electronic Health Record/EPIC and Allscripts systems.

Work Shift:

08.0 - 08:00 - 16:30 No Waive (United States of America)

Pay Range:

• $34.50 - $46.58
• Hourly
• Offer amounts are based on demonstrated/relevant experience and/or licensure.
• Pay will be adjusted to the local market if hired outside of the Bay Area .
• Note: Positions at JMH which are exempt (not eligible for overtime) under the level of Manager are listed as hourly for compensation purposes on this posting. The work shift will contain the word 'exempt' on it.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40