Discharge Planner, Full time Days, Case Management

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

** Internal Workers – Please log into your Workday account to apply **Huntington Hospital Employee LoginExpectations:This position involves discharge planning interventions with patients/families under the direction of Case Managers and Social Workers. Under the direction of the clinical staff, the Discharge Planner performs multiple activities that support the movement and transitions of patients out of the inpatient hospital setting, using current knowledge of hospital processes and community services. It involves frequent contact with patients and families, as well as multiple hospital staff and community resource, agency, facility and/or payor representatives. Acts as an internal resource to PFS around discharge planning, serves as a liaison to external case managers, review organizations, insurance companies, around discharge planning. This position requires flexibility of days and hours.EDUCATION:Bachelor's Degree in Social Work required or related social field with experience listed below, or Licensed Vocational Nurse with experience listed below.EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:For BSW: One year experience in a healthcare setting or if a new graduate, field placement in a healthcare setting preferred.For Bachelor's in a social-related related field: Recent experience of more than three years in case management and/or utilization management preferred.For LVN: Recent experience of more than three years in case management and/or utilization management preferred.SKILLS:Exemplary communication, coordination and problem-solving skills, with emphasis on customer service toward patients, families, community providers and payors.Type minimum of 40wpm preferred. Strong computer skills.Ability to manage activities and multiple priorities within complex systems.Tolerance for ambiguity, uncertainty and change.Ability to function in unstructured environment.Job Title: Discharge PlannerDepartment: Case ManagementShift Duration: 8Primary Shift: DaysTime Type: Full timeLocation: 100 W California Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105Pay Range: The estimated base rate for this position is $33.33 - $50.00.Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions.