Discharge Planning Specialist — Part-Time

St. Francis Medical Center; Lynwood (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Francis Medical Center in Los Angeles, CA, is hiring for a Part Time Case Manager/Discharge Planning Coordinator. You will coordinate Case Management activities under a Case Manager, assist in discharge planning, and support Medicaid submissions as part of a patient-centered care team.

The role requires knowledge of discharge planning/UM/CM terminology and a HS diploma (associates degree/LVN preferred) with hospital experience a plus. Evening shifts and competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Discharge Planning/ Utilization Management / Case Management terminology and functions, in both managed care and non-managed care environments.
• Experience in basic to intermediate computer skills/knowledge.
• High School Diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate activities of the Case Management Department under the direction of the assigned Case Manager/Social Worker.
• Assist with development and implementations of discharge plans and with case management referrals and authorizations.
• Maintain Medicaid state submission forms and assist with Discharge Planning as assigned by interviewing patients/families and gathering data.

Skills

Discharge Planning

Utilization Management

Case Management

Education

High School Diploma

Associates degree or LVN license preferred

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

St. Francis Medical Center in Los Angeles, CA, is hiring for a Part Time Case Manager/Discharge Planning Coordinator. You will coordinate Case Management activities under a Case Manager, assist in discharge planning, and support Medicaid submissions as part of a patient-centered care team.

The role requires knowledge of discharge planning/UM/CM terminology and a HS diploma (associates degree/LVN preferred) with hospital experience a plus. Evening shifts and competitive benefits are offered.