Discharge & Care Transitions Coordinator

Pasadena Hospital Association, LTD dba Huntington Health; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntington Health in Pasadena, CA is seeking a Discharge Planner to support patient movement and transitions out of the hospital. You will work under the direction of Case Managers and Social Workers, coordinating with external partners and payors to ensure smooth discharge processes.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Social Work or LVN with related experience, and candidates should have strong communication, coordination, and computer skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field, or LVN with relevant experience.
• For BSW: one year healthcare experience or field placement preferred.
• For LVN: three+ years in case management and/or utilization management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Discharge planning interventions for patients and families under supervision of Case Managers/Social Workers.
• Serve as liaison to external case managers, review organizations, and insurance payors around discharge planning.
• Coordinate movements and transitions of patients out of inpatient hospital settings.
• Act as internal resource to PFS and collaborate with hospital staff and community resources.

Education

BSW or related field

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Job description

Huntington Health in Pasadena, CA is seeking a Discharge Planner to support patient movement and transitions out of the hospital. You will work under the direction of Case Managers and Social Workers, coordinating with external partners and payors to ensure smooth discharge processes.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Social Work or LVN with related experience, and candidates should have strong communication, coordination, and computer skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a