Discharge Planning Specialist (Casual) - 8033

Marshall Health Network, Inc.; Huntington (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary's Medical Center in Huntington, VA is seeking a full-time Discharge Planning Specialist to support discharge planning activities and coordinate patient transitions.

Under supervision, you will work with the Care Facilitator and Social Worker to arrange home health, DME, rehab placement, and connect patients with community resources. The role requires a High School Diploma, BLS, and strong communication skills; hospital experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; junior college/technical school preferred.
• Experience or training in hospital healthcare transitional care and discharge planning is preferred.
• BLS certification required; strong verbal and written communication with patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist Care Facilitator or Social Worker with discharge planning and coordination.
• Coordinate home health, DME, rehab placement, and community resources.
• Ensure timely, safe discharge planning and interdepartmental communication.

Skills

BLS

Medical terminology

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Description

St. Mary's Medical Center is seeking a full timeDischarge Planning Specialist. The Discharge Planning Specialist (DPS) will assist the Care Facilitator and or Social Worker with the discharge planning responsibilities, to promote timely and safe discharge services. Under the supervision of the Care Facilitator and or Social Worker, the Discharge Planning Specialist facilitates and coordinates discharge services such as home health, DME, Rehab placement, and other community resources or agencies.

Requirements

Education Requirements:

High School Diploma is required. Junior College/Technical School preferred.

Experience:

Education and training in hospital healthcare transitional care, and discharge planning beyond the hospital setting, preferred.

Certifications/Skills:

BLS required. Working knowledge of medical terminology. Excellent communication skills-verbal and written ability to work with patients, families, physicians, and other hospital departments.

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