Discharge Planner Per Diem

Huntington Hospital, NY; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 58,000; Part time

Job summary

Huntington Hospital in Pasadena, CA seeks a part-time Discharge Planner Per Diem to support discharge interventions under Case Managers and Social Workers.

The role involves coordinating patient moves, liaising with payors and community resources, and communicating with hospital staff. Strong communication, multitasking, and computer skills are essential for managing complex discharge processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related social field with experience listed below, or Licensed Vocational Nurse with experience listed below.
• For BSW: One year experience in a healthcare setting or field placement in a healthcare setting preferred.
• For Bachelor’s in a social-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.

Responsibilities

• Discharge planning interventions with patients/families under the direction of Case Managers and Social Workers.
• Acts as liaison to internal/external case managers and payors around discharge planning.
• Perform multiple activities to support patient movement and transitions from inpatient hospital setting.

Skills

Communication skills

Coordination

Problem solving

Customer service

Typing 40 wpm

Computer proficiency

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s in Social Work

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Job description

Expectations:

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 skill 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 Planner Per Diem

Department: Case Management

Shift Duration: 8

Primary Shift: Days

Time Type: Part time

Location: 100 W California Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105

Pay Range: The estimated base rate for this position is $35.00 - $42.00.

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.