Discharge & Care Coordination Specialist

SUN Columbus; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

SUN Behavioral Columbus LLC is seeking a discharge planning coordinator to manage case management from intake through discharge. You will coordinate with physicians, social workers, and nursing staff to ensure quality discharge planning and continuity of care for patients and families.

The role emphasizes collaboration, timely communication of aftercare plans, and adherence to clinical guidelines and HIPAA regulations within a hospital setting in Columbus, OH.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a behavioral health field or related area is required.
• CPR and de-escalation technique certification are required.
• Experience coordinating discharge planning in hospital settings preferred.
• Ability to work with an interdisciplinary health care team and plan patient care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement case management strategies from intake to discharge.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other departments.
• Develop individualized discharge plans and ensure timely completion.
• Fax aftercare plans to referrals within 24 hours of discharge.
• Maintain documentation meeting current standards and HIPAA requirements.

Skills

Case management

Discharge planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication

HIPAA compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in behavioral health

CPR certification

Tools

EHR systems

De-escalation techniques

Job description

SUN Behavioral Columbus LLC is seeking a discharge planning coordinator to manage case management from intake through discharge. You will coordinate with physicians, social workers, and nursing staff to ensure quality discharge planning and continuity of care for patients and families.

The role emphasizes collaboration, timely communication of aftercare plans, and adherence to clinical guidelines and HIPAA regulations within a hospital setting in Columbus, OH.