Discharge Planner Per Diem

Huntington Health; Pasadena (CA); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Huntington Health is seeking a Discharge Planner Per Diem in Pasadena, CA to support patient transitions from inpatient care. You will collaborate with Case Management and Social Work, coordinating care, resources and communications with families, payors, and external providers.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Social Work or LVN with related experience, healthcare exposure, strong communication, and computer skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field, or LVN with related experience.
• For BSW: 1 year experience in healthcare; field placement acceptable for new grads.
• Strong communication, coordination and problem-solving with emphasis on customer service; 40 wpm typing; proficient in computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate discharge planning activities and support patient transitions out of inpatient care.
• Serve as liaison to internal staff, external case managers, payors and community resources.
• Adapt to flexible day/hour scheduling and manage multiple priorities within complex hospital processes.

Skills

Communication

Coordination

Problem solving

Customer service

Typing 40 wpm

Computer skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field

Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Tools

Electronic health records

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 DiemDepartment: Case ManagementShift Duration: 8Primary Shift: DaysTime Type: Part timeLocation: 100 W California Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105Pay 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.