Discharge Planner — Elevate Hospital Care & Coordination

Prime Healthcare; La Palma (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Total Rewards package

Job summary

La Palma Intercommunity Hospital, a member of Prime Healthcare, is seeking a Case Management coordinator to help plan and manage patient discharge plans. You will work under the supervision of the Case Manager/Social Worker, coordinating activities across the department and assisting with referrals and authorizations.

The role requires knowledge of discharge planning terminology, basic computer skills, and a high school diploma.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Discharge Planning/Utilization Management terminology and functions.
• Experience in basic to intermediate computer skills/knowledge.
• High School Diploma required.
• BCLS certification preferred.
• Associates degree or LVN license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities of the Case Management Department under the Case Manager/ Social Worker.
• Assist with development and implementation of discharge plans.
• Assist with case management referrals and authorizations and Medicaid state submissions.
• Assist with Discharge Planning by gathering data to develop a safe patient-focused plan.

Skills

Discharge Planning

Utilization Management

Case Management terminology

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

Associates degree or LVN license

BCLS certification

Job description

La Palma Intercommunity Hospital, a member of Prime Healthcare, is seeking a Case Management coordinator to help plan and manage patient discharge plans. You will work under the supervision of the Case Manager/Social Worker, coordinating activities across the department and assisting with referrals and authorizations.

The role requires knowledge of discharge planning terminology, basic computer skills, and a high school diploma.