Discharge Planner - Care Management - Days

VCU Health System Authority; South Hill (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health System Authority is seeking a Discharge Planner to ensure appropriate post-hospitalization placement and resources. The role requires knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid rules, excellent oral and written communication, and strong ability to work independently under pressure.

The position operates Monday–Friday during the day shift with emphasis on coordinating care and resources, including community supports for post-hospital care. A Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related Human Services field from an accredited program.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or directly related experience may be considered in lieu of the stated educational requirements.
• Education/training PREFERRED: Bachelor's Degree in Social Work from an accredited program

Skills

Medicare/Medicaid rules

Critical thinking

Independent work

Communication skills

Computer skills

Typing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related Human Services field

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work

Job description

The Discharge Planner is proficient with Medicare, Medicaid, and Commercial Insurance rules/regulations for nursing facility level and skilled level of care for placement/post hospitalization. This job requires knowledge of appropriate resources (community) for post hospitalization care. This job requires a critical thinker able to work independently while interacting with multiple Healthcenter individuals. This job requires superior people skills in stressful situations. This job also requires excellent oral/written language competency and computer proficient with typing.

Monday - Friday Day shift

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/A

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A

Experience REQUIRED: None

Experience PREFERRED Two (2+) or more years of experience in acute care or other healthcare setting with emphasis on care management/discharge planning

Education/training REQUIRED:
Bachelor's Degree in related Human Services field from an accredited program. An equivalent combination of education, training, and/or directly related experience may be considered in lieu of the stated educational requirements.

Education/training PREFERRED: Bachelor's Degree in Social Work from an accredited program

Independent action(s) required: N/A

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A

Additional position requirements: None

Age Specific groups served: All

Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical: Lifting less than 20 lbs.
Activities: Frequent bending, Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change

Compensation Range

$23.18 - $35.92 Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

Days

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran