Discharge Planner

UVA Health; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 23,980 - 34,154; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid Time Off

Long-term and Short-term Disability

Retirement Savings

Certification and education support

Job summary

A leading academic medical center is seeking individuals to assist healthcare professionals in delivering patient care. Responsibilities include ensuring the smooth running of clinical operations and managing resources effectively. This entry-level role requires a Bachelor's degree, with no prior experience necessary. Employees will actively learn from experienced colleagues in a supportive environment. The position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Entry-level position; no experience needed.
• Active learning from experienced healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Support healthcare professionals in patient care.
• Ensure efficient clinical operations and management of resources.
• Work under supervision to learn and apply specialized knowledge.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

These roles provide essential assistance to healthcare professionals in delivering patient care. Ensure the smooth functioning of clinical operations by handling tasks that support the diagnostic, therapeutic, and procedural aspects of patient care. Allied Health - Health Services professionals work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of medical services.

These roles focus on the organizational, financial, and operational aspects of healthcare facilities and services. Responsibilities include ensuring clinical operations run smoothly, efficiently, and within regulatory and financial guidelines. Jobs in this field work "behind the scenes" to manage resources, coordinate services, and support the overall functioning of one or more clinical office operations.

Individual contributors with responsibility in a professional discipline or specialty. Spends majority of time leading the design, implementation or delivery of processes, programs and policies using specialized knowledge and skills normally acquired through advanced education (typically University).

Foundation-level for learned profession; active learner from more experienced colleagues. Contributor on a project or work team. Work is closely supervised. Problems faced are not typically difficult or complex. Explains facts, policies, and practices related to Job Area.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience: None.
• Licensure: None.

Physical Demands

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

The starting base rate for this role is $21.10 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.