Discharge Planning & Care Coordination Manager

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 74,390,000 - 117,096,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Mercy is seeking a Casual Discharge Plan Manager to support the Clinical Care Coordination and Discharge Planning Department in Pittsburgh. The role involves coordinating post-discharge needs and serving as a liaison among patients, families, and the care team.

The position, working varied days with 8am-4:30pm shifts and weekend responsibilities, emphasizes collaboration with RNs and social workers in discharge planning and care coordination within the UPMC system.

Qualifications

• RN or social worker with interest in care management or discharge planning.

Responsibilities

• Identify patient needs (medical, psychosocial, financial) to plan discharge.
• Assess barriers to discharge and coordinate post-hospital services.
• Coordinate with care teams to ensure safe and efficient discharges.
• Communicate discharge plan with patient, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team.
• Act as liaison between hospital and post-acute care providers.

Job description

UPMC Mercy is seeking a Casual Discharge Plan Manager to support the Clinical Care Coordination and Discharge Planning Department in Pittsburgh. The role involves coordinating post-discharge needs and serving as a liaison among patients, families, and the care team.

The position, working varied days with 8am-4:30pm shifts and weekend responsibilities, emphasizes collaboration with RNs and social workers in discharge planning and care coordination within the UPMC system.