Case Management Assistant | Utilization & Discharge

QuickCruit; Fresno (CA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Fresno, CA is seeking a Case Management Assistant to support the Care Coordinator with utilization review and discharge planning. The role includes screening for medical necessity and coordinating non-complex discharges within an acute care setting.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 2 years in acute care, CPR certification, and knowledge of medical terminology. Strong communication is essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Two years of experience in an acute care hospital or clinical care setting is required.
• Medical terminology course or demonstrated competency is required.
• Computer data entry experience is required.
• Current AHA Healthcare Provider CPR card is required.
• Experience with case management or discharge planning is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Care Coordinator with utilization review management.
• Support discharge planning tasks and documentation.
• Screen for medical necessity criteria for acute care admission and continued stay.
• Identify discharge planning needs and coordinate implementation of non-complex discharges.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical terminology course

CPR certification (AHA Healthcare Provider CPR)

Tools

Computer data entry

Job description

Trinity Health in Fresno, CA is seeking a Case Management Assistant to support the Care Coordinator with utilization review and discharge planning. The role includes screening for medical necessity and coordinating non-complex discharges within an acute care setting.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 2 years in acute care, CPR certification, and knowledge of medical terminology. Strong communication is essential in a fast-paced environment.