Discharge & Post-Acute Care Coordinator

Jefferson Health; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (including prescription)

Dental

Vision

Life and AD&D insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Jefferson Health is seeking a health care coordination assistant to work under the supervision of the RN Case Manager or Social Worker. You will help coordinate post-hospital services, arrange home care, DME, transportation, and infusion services to smooth the discharge process.

In CORE responsibilities, you will collaborate with patient care areas and other departments to reduce length of stay, resolve barriers, and place the right patient in the right setting at the right time, ensuring access

Qualifications

• HS Diploma Required
• Two years of experience in a health care setting preferred.
• Computer literate, strong knowledge of medical terminology required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate post-acute and home care services, including DME, transportation, and infusion services.
• Obtain payer authorizations and communicate determinations to Case Managers and physicians.
• Facilitate patient discharge by removing barriers and ensuring timely transitions through the care continuum.

Skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Jefferson Health is seeking a health care coordination assistant to work under the supervision of the RN Case Manager or Social Worker. You will help coordinate post-hospital services, arrange home care, DME, transportation, and infusion services to smooth the discharge process.

In CORE responsibilities, you will collaborate with patient care areas and other departments to reduce length of stay, resolve barriers, and place the right patient in the right setting at the right time, ensuring access