Discharge & Care Coordination Specialist

Banner Health; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Health in Gilbert, AZ seeks a Transition Care Assistant to support discharge planning and transition of care for patients. You will guide patients and families through discharge processes, participate in multidisciplinary rounds, and communicate coordinated care plans to post-acute providers.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, nurses, nutritionists, pharmacists and social work teammates, with weekend rotations and day shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social work or related field required.
• Experience in hospital/healthcare settings or social work background preferred.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate timely discharge/transfer from hospital to post-acute settings.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to implement discharge plans.
• Document interventions in medical records and communicate plans to relevant parties.
• Support patients and families with post-acute arrangements and follow-up.

Skills

Discharge planning

Care coordination

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work or related field

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Licensed Respiratory Therapist

Job description

Banner Health in Gilbert, AZ seeks a Transition Care Assistant to support discharge planning and transition of care for patients. You will guide patients and families through discharge processes, participate in multidisciplinary rounds, and communicate coordinated care plans to post-acute providers.

The role emphasizes collaboration with physicians, nurses, nutritionists, pharmacists and social work teammates, with weekend rotations and day shifts.