Discharge & Care Coordination Specialist

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Doylestown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine is a leading academic medical center dedicated to patient care, research, and education. The Case Manager collaborates with patients, families, and a multidisciplinary team to facilitate safe transitions and optimal outcomes.

Compliance with HIPAA and patient advocacy are central to the role. The position emphasizes proactive discharge planning, coordination with payers, and education for patients and families to ensure informed decisions and seamless post-hospital care within a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• RN experience in acute care preferred.
• Credible social work credentials are relevant.

Responsibilities

• Discharge planning starts at admission and is updated within 24–48 hours.
• Review insurance benefits to determine next level of care and costs.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary team and families to facilitate care transitions.
• Advocate for patients to ensure informed decisions while maintaining HIPAA.

Skills

Discharge planning

Insurance benefits

Patient advocacy

HIPAA compliance

Education

Bachelor of Arts or Science

Registered Nurse

Job description

Penn Medicine is a leading academic medical center dedicated to patient care, research, and education. The Case Manager collaborates with patients, families, and a multidisciplinary team to facilitate safe transitions and optimal outcomes.

Compliance with HIPAA and patient advocacy are central to the role. The position emphasizes proactive discharge planning, coordination with payers, and education for patients and families to ensure informed decisions and seamless post-hospital care within a